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.

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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.

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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.

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Hill sprints are good for everyone!

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Don't ever discourage someone from trying to better their life and health

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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.

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Get out there and do what you love!

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Don't try to rush progress. Remember -- a step forward, no matter how small, is a step in the right direction. Keep believing.

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Running allows me to set my mind free. Nothing seems impossible, nothing unattainable.

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We train together to make each other great.

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