Passive Income - Latest Comments in More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Glenn Stark — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:38:48 -0000

What a great video, I remember the first time I saw this, truly inspirational. reminds me of the saying "Defeat is not the worst of failures. Not to have tried is the true failure." -George Edward Woodberry. Can't argue that he did not fail, he finished a success. I think this video also show how we all must at time lean on others for support to succeed at things that matter most to us. See you all soon at boot camp.

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

sharon — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 18:30:34 -0000

Thanks. Words cannot express how I feel at this moment having watched your clip. Determination and focus is all we need.

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

kathryn manento — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 02:38:42 -0000

I could not help but reflect as a parent seeing this young man give it all he had. I guess it is true when our parents ask us to do our best no matter what. Striving for excellence should be a determining factor in all our lives. Yet, no man is an island. His father challenge all parents to be there for the children no matter what they are as a shoulder to learn on. And the bond so deeply rooted from birth Thank You

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Richard — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 17:15:25 -0000

Ryan,
That's my all-time favorite Olympic moment as well. Thanks for sharing it again; I think of it often and draw inspiration from it. Sixteen years later and I remember it like it was yesterday.

Thanks again.
Richard

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Ron — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 13:40:07 -0000

Great video! Just before the start of the Olympics I looked Derek Redmond up on youtube to find this Olympic moment to show to some of my clients, Very emotional to say the least. Another great moment to watch is Shun Fujimoto from the 72 Olympics.
Just amazing.

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

runner worldwide — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 21:17:09 -0000

good inspirational video but NOONE will EVER be as good as mr USAIN BOLT!!!!!!!! BEST EVER HANDS DOWN

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Matt Ibbs — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 15:00:53 -0000

Ryan amazing video.

I have been to a motivational speech where Derek Redmond was one of the guest speakers and he spoke about this event and the events leading up to it.

In leading up to the training of the 400m he was saying that athlete's run a trial of 300m as a test level. I cant remember his full explanation on this, hopefully someone reading this will know why. Anyway, in the last trial he did before the race he was on course to beat the current world record for the 300m he covered.

The emotion when he spoke was unbelievable but even though he didn't complete his goal to the level he wanted, he still got it done.

Thanks again.

Matt

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Joe S — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 13:34:19 -0000

Teared me up man. And I am not very emotional. The son not giving up. Dad still there supporting his son to the finish. Wow!

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Bob — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:03:52 -0000

The second thing I notice through teared up eyes are the cameras that would normally be following the winner as they danced their victory lap had left them to tape the Redmond's. Funny, I don't think anyone remembers who won the gold, silver and bronze. God's continued blessings on what you do Ryan.

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Khandi — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 11:38:45 -0000

hey Ryan, this is truly inspirational. I feel emotional just looking at it but why did you entitle your email Usain Bolt lost? I am Jamaican and take that personally on no account did he lose anything...He has renewed hope to an entire nation and united a country torn by politics. He over came alot to be there and while his obstacles werent all physical(although such a tall and lean guy to be in sprints is seen as crazy and a disadvantage) they were also mental. Please be careful how you say things (like 'more impressive than Bolt)cause you could be construed to be taking away or detracting from his sucess.The Olympics has alot of truly inspiring stories in fact every athlete there has one but when someone wins - let them have their moment in the limelight.

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Debbie — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 11:16:26 -0000

Ryan

I can't remember the actual race, but seeing this video brought tears to my eyes. It not only shows determination and will power but when his father comes out to support him to the finish is what we all need. When we have the support of our parents just like our heavenly father's love for us and support then the saying .......the race is not for the swiftest but he that endures to the end.
Thanks

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Chris — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 10:58:31 -0000

This is still my favourite of all Olympic memories and never fails to bring tears to my eyes. I was running 400/400hurdles at the time and had followed Derek's career (although I never raced against him). Injury ptrevented him from ever fulfilling his potential although he did win a world championship gold in the 1991 1600m relay. Along with Derek's determination, the other lesson for me is that of social support. As a 45 year old father now, I truly appreciate the love and determination demonstated by his father to hug and support his son!
Thanks Ryan for bringing one of my favourite memories to a much wider audience.

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

N. Gittens — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 10:36:32 -0000

Far more impressive than this was the performance of Gabriela Andersen-Scheiss at the
1984 Games, who took almost 5 minutes to complete
the last 400 meters in the inaugural Olympic Women's Marathon.

Despite being near collapse, and her body contorted like that of a cripple, she refused assistance since that would have disqualified her.

Now that's an athlete with the heart of a lion(ess).

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Glen — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 08:00:50 -0000

Yes Ryan, and there are a hundred similar stories in the anals of 'Olympics', let alone all sports. So why try to distract us from the brilliant feat of Usian Bolt? Give him his due even if he is not from your country.

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Kyle Battis — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 07:25:49 -0000

Awesome Ryan!!!

Kyle Battis
www.FatLossLunchBreak.com

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Ricardo — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 06:00:38 -0000

Tnx Ryan!

It's a good message for all of us! the pain he had in his hamstring is sometime's the same pain we stroggle in life, but with the help of our family / friends we all can reach the finish!

Don't give up!

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Dan Cottrell — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 05:55:43 -0000

Just got off the phone to my dad and then I watched this.

And then watched it again.

It will be tough to watch it a third time and not breakdown.

Determination comes from within. But it is supported by outside love. In this case unconditional love.

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Emma — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 02:48:28 -0000

I don't remember that! When was it? That made me cry, it was amazing, truly inspiring.
Thank you!
Em
x

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Jeremy — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 02:20:46 -0000

The have made a visa commercial for this, its absolutely moving. I was watching the womens 4X100 relay tonight and the young lady from USA who was running the anchor leg dropped the baton. Most people would have just stopped and walked to the finish line, if they finished at all, but she turned around and sprinted to the baton and sprinted to the finish line. When they interviewed her, she said there was no way in hell her and her team mates were walking to the finish line!

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Benson Manento — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:46:15 -0000

Wow. If you've ever had a good pull/torn your hamstring you'd know what type of determination that took. I remember when I did I wasn't even able to walk or lift my leg to get in the car.

Seeing that reminds me of what coaches used say when they say "Finish Strong" he could of easily laid down and waited for the stretcher to get him. But all the dream, all the hard work & effort, he was not going to be denied.

Thanks a lot!

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

cindy — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 22:51:41 -0000

True commitment...lesson to be learnt ...

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Zach Even - Esh — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:53:50 -0000

i remember that dude, awesome!

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Greg Justice — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 21:52:55 -0000

What a lot of people don't remember is that Derek already had eight operations leading up to the olympics. So, even before that horible hamstring injury, he was an example of never giving up.

Greg Justice, MA
www.aycfit.com

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Jose — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 20:42:38 -0000

Very amazing never give up

Re: More Impressive than Usain Bolt

Mike — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 20:14:01 -0000

Awesome!! I remember this also..

Human spirit, will, and determination at it's best!!!