More Quotes by Kara Goucher
Acknowledge all of your small victories. They will eventually add up to something great.
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.
I try to think about positive things - how great my form is, how my arms are swinging, my breathing, how loud people are cheering. My sports psychologist taught me there are a million things telling you you can't keep going, but if you find the things that say you can, you're golden.
I don't feel like myself unless I run. It's how I deal with sadness and happiness. I need it. It's like therapy.
Racing is the fun part; it's the reward of all the hard work.
We train together to make each other great.
Don't try to rush progress. Remember -- a step forward, no matter how small, is a step in the right direction. Keep believing.
Never underestimate the power that one good workout can have on your mind. Keeping the dream alive is half the battle.
It doesn't matter how fast or how far you're going. If you're putting on your shoes and going out for a run, you are a runner, you are in that club.
Do the work. Do the analysis. But feel your run. Feel your race. Feel the joy that is running.
