BOOK REVIEW: Strong by Kara Goucher

As I dive deeper into the Mental Toughness piece of my running journey, I am on the lookout for books and other resources to help me with this.

Strong: A Runners Guide to Boosting Confidence and Becoming the Best Version of You by Kara Goucher is a breath of fresh air. Down-to-earth with practical advice in a workbook-style format, check out this link to get your own copy (please note, this is an affiliate link. By purchasing the book through this link you will not be charged extra, but I earn a portion):

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[amybirdsong]

I highly recommend "Let Your Mind Run" by Deena Kastor and Michelle Hamilton! It offers excellent insights and an engaging narrative of one of the most talented female runners of our time--and emphasizes the role of the mind in being strong athlete.

[FallenBettie]

I’ve been eyeing this book for a while. I think I’m going to pick it up. Thanks for the review

[DrLLake]

Heather! I’m so happy to find you here! ❤️ BAMR 😘

[meredithrice]

Yup, I need that. Already added to my list. Off topic, but I love the hoodie :)

[jeffkoll]

Heather, thanks for another great video! I think the mental side of running, or any sport is tremendously important. I think if we’re honest all of us have doubts about our abilities even when things are going well. I don’t know if you remember this, but at the wine and dine meet up I mentioned to you that I had read that runners miss their goal 80% of the time. Knowing that was very helpful for me.

Normally I wouldn’t even consider reading the book, but in this case I had to pause. I know about Kara Gaucher (spelling?). My cousin completed against her when she was at the peak of her running career. If you look up Kara’s times, it will blow your mind how fast she ran.

Thanks again for another great video!

[glowgloria]

Thank you so much for this review it spoke to my soul. I need more positivity in my run life. It’s a hard journey to go at it and feel all alone, but this make me feel better. I will be pick up that book soon thanks again 🙏🏽🙌🏼👍🏼😁

[jlbnerdy]

I've had that book on my to read list & may just need to pick up a copy for my running bff too. Thanks for sharing more about it!

[AQuiltingJewel]

I heard good things about "How Bad Do You Want It" as another book focused on the mental aspect of running. I haven't ready it, but it's on my list. Kelly Robert's is very positive and focuses on finding inner strength, although she can get repetitive (she's also matured a bit of late), so her podcast is a good listen when you need a pick-me-up. I really need to find time to read more, but even when I travel, I seem to be working.

[debbiereed]

This came at a very good time for me. I have been struggling lately and really wondering if I should still run. I am very excited to get this book and read it.

[kmichael]

I hope she's ok after the Houston Marathon.