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More Quotes by Kara Goucher
Erase from your mind that your preparation must be perfect. Hard work + dedication = a shot at your dreams. Keep believing.
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.
The journey isn't always perfect, but always worth taking.
Hill sprints are good for everyone!
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.
Don't be ashamed or embarrassed to dream big. You're living your life with hope, that's a powerful thing.
Never underestimate the power that one good workout can have on your mind. Keeping the dream alive is half the battle.
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.
After we put my son to bed, my husband and I curl up and watch a movie or TV. That's when I finally put up my feet and have my glass of wine and a brownie.
