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.

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.

Set small goals along the way and don't be overwhelmed by the process.

Never underestimate the power that one good workout can have on your mind. Keeping the dream alive is half the battle.

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

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.

Do the work. Do the analysis. But feel your run. Feel your race. Feel the joy that is running.