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Florence Griffith Joyner: The Fastest Woman Alive

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Florence Griffith Joyner, also known as Flo-Jo, was an American track and field athlete who set world records in the 100m and 200m sprints. She is considered one of the greatest female sprinters of all time.

Florence Griffith Joyner RUN: Teach Your Child To Read And Lead (I Am A Leader Reader Series)

by Alan Whitworth

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Griffith Joyner was born in Los Angeles, California, in 1959. She began running track in high school, and quickly set state records in the 100m and 200m. She attended the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA),where she continued to excel as a sprinter. In 1984, she won the NCAA championship in the 100m and 200m.

Griffith Joyner made her Olympic debut at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. She won a silver medal in the 200m, and helped the United States win a gold medal in the 4x100m relay. In 1988, she returned to the Olympics in Seoul, South Korea. She won gold medals in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay. She also set world records in the 100m (10.49 seconds) and 200m (21.34 seconds).

Griffith Joyner's world records still stand today. She is the only woman to have run the 100m in under 10.5 seconds and the 200m in under 21.4 seconds. She is considered one of the greatest female athletes of all time.

Griffith Joyner's career was cut short by her untimely death in 1998 at the age of 38. She died from an epileptic seizure. She is survived by her husband, Al Joyner, and their daughter, Mary Joyner.

Florence Griffith Joyner's Legacy

Florence Griffith Joyner's legacy is one of speed, strength, and determination. She was a pioneer for women in sports, and she showed the world that women could be just as fast as men. Her world records still stand today, and she is an inspiration to athletes around the world.

Here are some of the most famous quotes from Florence Griffith Joyner:

* "I want to be the best. I want to be the fastest woman in the world." * "I believe that anything is possible if you set your mind to it." * "I'm not afraid to fail. I'm only afraid of not trying." * "The only limits are the ones you set for yourself."

Florence Griffith Joyner was a truly remarkable athlete. She was a pioneer for women in sports, and she showed the world that anything is possible if you set your mind to it. She is an inspiration to athletes and non-athletes alike, and her legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.

Florence Griffith Joyner RUN: Teach Your Child To Read And Lead (I Am A Leader Reader Series)

by Alan Whitworth

5 out of 5