I just read Kevin's article over at BodySport.com and have to say, Kevin, great job at calling it like it is. Too many people are afraid to say out loud what is often spoken in whispers and far too many people are too afraid to endorse such stances.
Like you said, people chose their own road, you better know where it's taking you in the long haul before you jump on it. Like you said, it may take a little longer to achieve your goal, but the reward will also be that much sweeter.
Whether or not the sport federations choose to or have any obligation to police the activities of its members is a discussion for another time. Right now it is time for athletes to take personal responsibility for themselves and their actions and the potential consequences for their own well being....It is time for the athletes to start thinking and looking out for themselves. Do not do anything that you don’t want to do. Do the things that are in your personal best interest. Don’t expect others to put your interest above their own.
....There are athletes currently competing as professionals who won competitions this year being “clean” athletes. It is not the picture that is always painted by the sensationalist but it is the truth and the more athletes who maintain their patience and follow this path, the more examples that will continue to exist.
...If this means that certain goals may take longer to achieve, so be it.
Truer words never better spoken!
