Sometimes a great quote can hit home so perfectly that it sends you off with inspiration and gusto to conquer the day. Sports often reflect life. The ups and downs, the struggles and the triumphs.
Here’s a selection of inspirational sports quotes that may inspire you:
“I’ve failed over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” – Michael Jordan
“There may be people that have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do.” – Derek Jeter
“If you fail to prepare, you’re prepared to fail.” – Mark Spitz
“Stubbornness usually is considered a negative, but I think that trait has been a positive for me.” – Cal Ripken Jr.
“It is not the size of a man but the size of his heart that matters.” – Evander Holyfield
“You miss 100 percent of the shots you don’t take.” – Wayne Gretzky
“It’s not whether you get knocked down; it’s whether you get up.” – Vince Lombardi
“It’s not the will to win that matters – everyone has that. It’s the will to prepare to win that matters.” – Paul “Bear” Bryant
“Today, you have 100% of your life left.” – Tom Landry
“Make each day your masterpiece.” – John Wooden
“It isn’t the mountains ahead to climb that wear you out; it’s the pebble in your shoe.” – Muhammad Ali
“You can’t put a limit on anything. The more you dream, the farther you get.” – Michael Phelps
“Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths.” – Arnold Schwarzenegger
If you are feeling inspired by one of these quotes or any other, put it somewhere that you’ll see it often. Put it on your screensaver, or put it on your wall. A little extra motivation, and focus can go a long way to helping achieve goals.
