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More Quotes by Kara Goucher
I have a power word that I use-when I qualified for the Olympics in 2008, it was fighter. That way when I'm in the race and I get to those dark moments, I can think of the word and it evokes that emotion for me.
There are a million reasons why you can't. Focus on the few reasons why you can.
One skill that separates good from almost-good runners is an ability to concentrate for an entire race, whether it is a mile or a marathon.
Do the work. Do the analysis. But feel your run. Feel your race. Feel the joy that is running.
Racing is the fun part; it's the reward of all the hard work.
Running has always been a relief and a sanctuary—something that makes me feel good, both physically and mentally. For me it's not so much about the health benefits. Those are great, but I believe that the best thing about running is the joy it brings to life.
You can't do in a race what you haven't prepared for.
In the end I have to hold myself accountable...I had to make a change if I really wanted to reach the goals I had set for myself. I had to get out of being comfortable and get into a situation that was going to really push me.
Don't try to rush progress. Remember -- a step forward, no matter how small, is a step in the right direction. Keep believing.
As badly as I want a medal, I know there is a lot of luck involved in that. I want to put myself in position to be in the top three, give it my all and hope luck comes my way.
