Grete Waitz Quotes

A collection of quotes by Grete Waitz.

Grete Waitz was a Norwegian long-distance runner, born on October 1, 1953, in Oslo, Norway. She is recognized as one of the most accomplished female marathon runners in history. Waitz began her athletic career as a middle-distance runner, participating in the 1500-meter run. However, she quickly transitioned to long-distance running and made a significant impact in the sport.

Waitz is best known for her success in the New York City Marathon, which she won an unprecedented nine times between 1978 and 1988. Her dominance in this event made her a legend in the running community. In addition to her New York City Marathon victories, Waitz also won the London Marathon twice and set a world record in 1979 with a time of 2 hours, 32 minutes, and 30 seconds. These achievements cemented her status as one of the greatest marathon runners of all time.

Not only was Waitz a phenomenal athlete, but she also played a crucial role in promoting women's running and elevating the sport's profile globally. She worked towards increasing opportunities for women in marathon racing, leading to the inclusion of women's marathon in the Olympic Games in 1984.

Tragically, Grete Waitz passed away on April 19, 2011, at the age of 57, after battling cancer. Despite her untimely death, her legacy as an exceptional athlete and trailblazer for women's distance running will always be remembered.

I am about to get involved with the biggest cancer hospital

I am about to get involved with the biggest cancer hospital in Norway. They are building a fitness center to work with patients. I will be a consultant.

Grete Waitz


In terms of fitness and battling through cancer, exercise he

In terms of fitness and battling through cancer, exercise helps you stay strong physically and mentally.

Grete Waitz

Fitness

For every finish-line tape a runner breaks -- complete with

For every finish-line tape a runner breaks -- complete with the cheers of the crowd and the clicking of hundreds of cameras -- there are the hours of hard and often lonely work that rarely gets talked about.

Grete Waitz

Practice