"I've still got a small fitness and conditioning business where I travel round the world doing stuff for individuals and corporations, mainly fitness training."
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Daley Thompson, born on July 30, 1958, in Notting Hill, London, is a legendary British decathlete whose remarkable athletic prowess redefined the sport in the 1980s. With an impressive collection of accolades, including two Olympic gold medals (1980 and 1984) and multiple World Championship titles, Thompson became a symbol of excellence and resilience. His charismatic personality and groundbreaking achievements not only inspired a generation of athletes but also left an indelible mark on British sports history, making him a true icon of perseverance and dedication.
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"Kids are starting at such a low base rate in terms of fitness that it's taking them years to catch up to where people like me started from. Every little bit is making it more difficult for kids to succeed on a world stage."
Daley Thompson"If you work hard in real life, people tend to get in your way - either from inertia or prejudice - and they stop you achieving things. It's the worst thing about real life compared with sports, where you generally get what you deserve: if you're the fastest guy, you win; there are no other games being played."
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