The secret of getting ahead is getting started.
The most effective way to do it, is to do it.
To know oneself, one should assert oneself.
The dog that trots about finds a bone.
It's always too early to quit.
Be gentle to all and stern with yourself.
Wherever you are - be all there.
Quality is not an act, it is a habit.
Expect problems and eat them for breakfast.
I can, therefore I am.
I believe you'll develop speed via strength work which includes hill running, either repeats, or running hilly courses as the Kenyans do on a steady basis.