Comments on: Why Michael Phelps Shouldn’t Retire – And Neither Will I

By: Lisa Hunrichs

Lisa Hunrichs — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 17:24:44 +0000

Fantastic write-up, Arthur. I truly believe (and have certainly learned as I get older) that there can be many chapters in our personal lives, as well as our athletic and professional careers. It’s great to think deeply about what it means to be an elite player and the fortitude and commitment that it takes to a) get there and b) stay there. If we’re lucky, it doesn’t “feel” like a challenge, it just feels like fun! Thanks so much for the inspiration!

By: Arthur Coddington

Arthur Coddington — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 14:43:34 +0000

In reply to Jens Velasquez. Honored to offer inspiration, Jens. It's incredible how our perceptions of age change. I never would have expected my 40's to feel like this, so much that I try to set aside my assumptions of what future decades will feel like.

By: Arthur Coddington

Arthur Coddington — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 14:39:44 +0000

Glad you enjoyed it, Rene.

By: Jens Velasquez

Jens Velasquez — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 13:54:57 +0000

Thanks Arthur for being on the money. “Written by ‘experts’ without experience as elite performers” – so true! I remember on my father’s 43rd birthday thinking “wow, he is so old!”… I know better now. I am very glad that you continue to be an inspriration to so many – including me. Good show and carry on!