We cannot always control our thoughts, but we can control our words, and repetition impresses the subconscious, and we are then master of the situation.
After all manner of professors have done their best for us, the place we are to get knowledge is in books. The true university of these days is a collection of books.
It's really important for me to look good before a race. I definitely think if I feel I look good, it makes me feel more confident.