Date of Birth: February 25, 1938
Zodiac Sign: Pisces
Date of Death: (As of the latest information available, Herb Elliott is alive.)
Biography
Herb Elliott, full name Herbert James Elliott, is a retired Australian middle-distance runner who was born on February 25, 1938, in Subiaco, Western Australia. Known for his dominance in the 1500 meters and the mile during the late 1950s and early 1960s, Elliott is widely regarded as one of the greatest middle-distance runners of all time. He burst into the international scene with a series of record-breaking performances that culminated in his gold medal win at the 1960 Rome Olympics in the 1500 meters. Trained by the legendary coach Percy Cerutty, Elliott’s training regimen was unconventional but highly effective, involving hard physical labor and running on sand dunes. Under Cerutty’s guidance, Elliott developed a unique running style characterized by his powerful stride and remarkable endurance. After his competitive running career, Elliott transitioned into the corporate world, where he achieved significant success. He served as Chairman of Puma North America and later held executive roles at several other companies. Elliott was honored with an appointment as a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his contributions to sports and business.
5 Interesting Facts about Herb Elliott
1. Herb Elliott never lost a mile race during his career, maintaining an undefeated streak.
2. He set a world record in the mile with a time of 3:54.5 in 1958, a record that stood for nearly four years.
3. Elliott’s time of 3:35.6 in the 1500 meters at the 1960 Rome Olympics was a world record and stood for seven years.
4. He was inducted into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame in 1985.
5. Elliott’s training methods with Percy Cerutty included running barefoot on sand dunes and lifting weights made from natural materials.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Herb Elliott
1. “The essential thing in life is not so much conquering as fighting well.”
2. “It’s not the distance, it’s the effort you put into it.”
3. “The only victory that counts is the one over yourself.”
4. “There is no such thing as a great talent without a great willpower.”
5. “The will to win means nothing without the will to prepare.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Herb Elliott’s highest net worth is not widely documented, but his significant roles in major companies suggest a comfortable financial standing.
Children
Herb Elliott has four children: three sons and one daughter.
Relevant Links
1. [Herb Elliott – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herb_Elliott
3. [Olympic.org – Herb Elliott](https://www.olympic.org/herb-elliott
