More Quotes by Kara Goucher
Set small goals along the way and don't be overwhelmed by the process.
Acknowledge all of your small victories. They will eventually add up to something great.
Hill sprints are good for everyone!
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.
Running allows me to set my mind free. Nothing seems impossible, nothing unattainable.
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.
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.
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 ever discourage someone from trying to better their life and health
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.
