If I start planning then that's dangerous because then I have a target that I'm blinkered towards and I won't listen to the warning signs quite so much. I'd rather be in shape and then look around and say there's a race next week and jump into that than have it planned. Paula Radcliffe blinkerdangerousjump share on social
When you get close to race day, there's that anticipation and excitement - it's the same whatever level you're running at because the marathon is like a festival. Paula Radcliffe anticipationcloseday Change image and share on social
I have not had the chance to go out there and do myself justice in an Olympic marathon yet. I have not been able to get to an Olympic marathon injury-free yet. Paula Radcliffe chancefreeinjury Change image and share on social
It's important that athletes can compete on a level playing field. And youngsters coming into the sport can know that if they are working hard and training hard, they'll see a true reflection of where they stand and what they can achieve worldwide and not be swayed by people who are cheating. Paula Radcliffe achieveathletecheat share on social
People are lying when they say that their record being broken is good for the development of the event. I would like mine to remain as long as possible, please. Paula Radcliffe breakdevelopmentevent Change image and share on social
I don't feel guilty in having pleasure! Paula Radcliffe feelguiltypleasure Change image and share on social
There's always going to be somebody who takes a dislike to you and you can't waste time worrying about it. Paula Radcliffe disliketaketime Change image and share on social
I have achieved a lot and I'm grateful for that - I'm just a bit greedy because I want to add the Olympics. It's once every four years - everyone wants it and very few people get it. Paula Radcliffe achieveaddbite Change image and share on social