I think all of us are looking for that which does not admit of bullshit .. . If you tell me you can bench press 450, hell, we'll load up the bar and put you under it. Either you can do it or you can't do it–you can't bullshit. Ultimately, sports are just about as close to what one would call the truth as it is possible to get in this world. Harry Crews
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In a world that is full of bullshit, some athletes have found a way to be honest while still being more than just a good athlete. The last thing you want to do is bullshit your way into a great performance. In sports, it doesn't matter if you've been at it for ten years or ten minutes. If you can get under the bar and lift it, you can get it done.

Source: Getting Naked With Harry Crews: Interviews

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