Having been on different Track and Field Throwing teams for the majority of my life I always found that reciting or writng a bible verse somewhere on my arms always helped me compete better. Here is a list I've complied of verses to get all you athletes (and non athletes as well) into an inspired mood.

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9

“‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.” Mark 9:23

“Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Mathew 19:26

"And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Mathew 28:20

“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Isaiah 40:31

“Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your namelead and guide me.” Psalm 31:3

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28

“I am not afraid of ten thousand enemies who surround me on every side” Psalm 3:6

“But he took his stand in the midst of the plot ad defended it and struck down the Philistines, and the LORD worked a great victory.” 2 Samuel 23:12

“Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken.” Psalm 62:6

“The Lordis my lightand my salvation— whom shall I fear? The Lordis the strongholdof my life— of whom shall I be afraid?” Psalms 27:1

“When I felt secure, I said, “I will never be shaken.” Psalm 30:6

“Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” Psalm 23:4

“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” 1 Corinthians 16:13

”What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?’” Romans 8:31

“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. He determines the number of the stars and calls them each by name. Great is our Lord and mighty in power; his understanding has no limit. The Lord sustains the humble but casts the wicked to the ground.” Psalms 147:3-6

“I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13