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

Acknowledge all of your small victories. They will eventually add up to something great.

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.

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

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.

Once you make the decision that you will not fail, the heart and the body will follow.

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