The Longest Race
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The Longest Race
Kara Goucher's memoir, The Longest Race, invites readers into the exhilarating and often tumultuous world of competitive running, offering a compelling narrative that transcends sports. From a young age, Kara dreamt of Olympic glory, a dream that appeared within reach when she secured a prestigious sponsorship with Nike upon her college graduation. Her talent and hard work led her to the Nike Oregon Project in 2004, an elite training programme captained by the enigmatic and revered coach, Alberto Salazar.
Under Salazar's guidance, Kara achieved remarkable success, earning a World Championship medal and representing her country at the Olympics. She also graced the podiums of both the New York and Boston marathons, echoing the storied legacy of her mentor. Yet, beneath the surface of her achievements lay a hidden reality: a culture marred by ethical breaches and wrongdoing that Salazar carefully concealed.
Goucher's powerful narrative unveils the darker side of athletics, where the pursuit of excellence was overshadowed by Salazar's transgressions against anti-doping regulations and his propagation of an abusive environment. Throughout her career, Kara navigated the complexities of these challenges while facing the institutional misogyny entrenched within Nike's corporate fabric.
In The Longest Race, Goucher shares her deeply personal journey of finding her voice amid adversity and becoming a beacon for change. Her courage in speaking out against Salazar played a crucial role in his subsequent ban from coaching at the Olympic level. This book is as invigorating as it is enlightening, reminiscent of a clarion call to advocate for fairness and integrity in sports.
Molly Huddle, a fellow two-time Olympian, praises the memoir as "as interesting as it is important," while Olympic gold medalist Allyson Felix finds it inspiring, stating it leaves readers "motivated, empowered, and ready to take on the world." Through her intimate storytelling, Kara Goucher reclaims her passion for running, transcending fear and taking control of her life and career. Her story is not only a testament to the spirit of resilience but also a lasting tribute to the power of speaking truth to power, challenging the status quo, and paving the way for future generations of athletes.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781982179151
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 March 2024
Country: United States
Imprint: Simon & Schuster
Contributors:
- With Mary Pilon
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 213.0mm
Weight: 231g
Pages: 304
About the Author
Kara Goucher is a three-time NCAA champion, two-time Olympian, winner of the silver medal at the 2007 World Championships in the 10,000 meters, and a podium finisher at the Boston and New York Marathons. She is a running analyst for NBC Sports. She cohosts the hit running commentary podcast Nobody Asked Us with Des & Kara, as well as the Clean Sport Collective podcast, promoting fair play in sports. She lives in Boulder, Colorado, with her Olympic-runner husband, Adam, and their son, Colt. Her website is KaraGoucher.com.
Mary Pilon is the New York Times bestselling author of The Monopolists and The Kevin Show. She cowrote and cohosted the audio series Twisted: The True Story of Larry Nassar and the Women Who Took Him Down. She previously covered sports at The New York Times and business at The Wall Street Journal. She is a story producer on BS High, HBO's documentary about the Bishop Sycamore High School football scandal. Find more of her work at MaryPilon.com.
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