Overview

Olympian Adam Goucher and Tim Catalano team up to share their personal quest and a unique running philosophy that breaks the mould of traditional running books. By tapping into the transformative power found in the distance run, Running the Edge inspires readers not only to push their limits as runners, but as human beings in a relentless pursuit of excellence in everything. Borrowing from philosophical notions ranging from humanistic psychology and Buddhist monks, all the way to adrenaline junkies, Alcoholics Anonymous, and even the World of Warcraft, Goucher and Catalano take readers on a pilgrimage of self discovery and personal improvement. Six mirrors guide the way as Running the Edge methodically leads readers to a heightened awareness of their own personal attributes, and compels them to break free from the curse of normal and the chains of average by running the edge towards their maximum potentials. Interlaced with rich storytelling along with personal insights offered from elite runners: Alan Webb, Amy Yoder Begley, Chris Solinsky, Dathan Ritzenhein, Galen Rupp, Kara Goucher, and Paula Radcliffe, the book reads at a brisk pace worthy of its subject matter. Although there is a sharp focus on running, the principals and tenets outlined in Running the Edge could be equally applied to almost any passionate pursuit in life. Even non- runners will find the stories and philosophies enlightening, uplifting, and motivating. Fans of the book Running with The Buffaloes by Chris Lear will find an older more introspective Adam Goucher. He pulls no punches as he draws on his faults and short comings both as a runner and as a person. He recognises the mistakes he has made in his training and life and uses that awareness to propel him forward in a quest of self improvement.

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Few books can teach you in a brief, inspiring read, the wisdom many search a lifetime to learn. Running the Edge is one of those rare gifts. It will take you on a journey to the center of your soul. -Billy Mills, Olympic 10K Gold Medalist--Billy Mills, Olympic 10K Gold Medalist (05/25/2012)

Author Information

Adam Goucher signed with the University of Colorado as the nation's number-one recruit and quickly made a name for himself by placing second at the NCAA cross-country championships in Arkansas. During his collegiate career, he was an eleven-time All American and captured four individual NCAA titles. After college, Adam signed a contract with a shoe company to run professionally. Adam went on to win eight individual U.S. championships and qualified for the finals in the world championships in track and cross-country seven times. In 2000, Adam represented the United States in the Sydney Olympic Games. Adam continues to run and battle through injury, but he also has an eye toward giving back to a sport that has given him so much. Author Hometown: Portland, OR Tim Catalano ran varsity track and cross-country for the storied University of Colorado athletic program, a transformative experience that sparked a lifelong interest in running. During his twelve-year teaching career, Tim worked at high schools in three countries, and he served as a head track and cross-country coach for ten years. With a lifetime of involvement and interest in human behavior and the transformative influence of running and other activities, Tim has developed a passion to combine the teachings of psychology and the sport of running.

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