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Olympic athlete

Meb Keflezighi (born May 5, 1975) is an American long-distance runner of Eritrean origin. He is one of the most successful American marathon runners in history, known for winning the 2014 Boston Marathon, becoming the first American man to win the race since 1983. He competed in four Olympic Games (2000, 2004, 2008, 2012) and held the American marathon record for many years. His victory at Boston Marathon is considered a historic milestone in American distance running.

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“Most of us have enough areas in our lives where we have to meet others' expectations. Let your running be about your own hopes and dreams.”

Enough Dream Running Our Lives Expectations Areas Hopes And Dreams

Book:Meb For Mortals: How to Run, Think, and Eat like a Champion Marathoner

Source: Meb For Mortals: How to Run, Think, and Eat like a Champion Marathoner

“I run in Central Park, I love that place. That's the beauty of running, I had my jacket, my tight and my gloves - my gloves never leave my backpack. Just in case.”

Running Cases Parks Jackets Gloves Central Park

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“Do the small things. If you are running a 10-12 minute mile take a mile off your plan for the day and use the 6 minutes before and after to stretch. A lot of the times we all want to go go go but it's important to stretch the calves and the hamstrings and nutritionally you know?”

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“Every runner has a specific motivation and inspiration for running a marathon. This year, all 36,000 of us will 'run together' to demonstrate the spirit of the marathon. We will still have our individual motivations, but we will be unified under the Boston Strong umbrella.”

Years Stills Inspiration Running Together Spirit Motivation Individual Strong Athlete Runners Boston Marathon Umbrella Unified Running Marathon Inspiration And Motivation

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“But I also realize that winning doesn't always mean getting first place; it means getting the best out of yourself.”

Firsts Mean Running Winning Realizing

Book:Run to Overcome: The Inspiring Story of an American Champion's Long-Distance Quest to Achieve a Big Dream

Source: Run to Overcome: The Inspiring Story of an American Champion's Long-Distance Quest to Achieve a Big Dream

“Once you've committed yourself to something, pace yourself to the finish line.”

Running Lines Committed Pace Finish Line Pace Yourself

Book:Run to Overcome: The Inspiring Story of an American Champion's Long-Distance Quest to Achieve a Big Dream

Source: Run to Overcome: The Inspiring Story of an American Champion's Long-Distance Quest to Achieve a Big Dream

“Like the marathon, life can sometimes be difficult, challenging and present obstacles, however if you believe in your dreams and never ever give up, things will turn out for the best.”

About the Author

Born: May 5, 1975
Known for: Olympic athlete
Quotes: 15

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Run to Overcome: The Inspiring Story of an American Champion's Long-Distance Quest to Achieve a Big DreamRelated source material

26 Marathons: What I Learned About Faith, Identity, Running, and Life from My Marathon CareerRelated source material

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