Get Me to the Starting Line Quotes

“I relish the freedom to just be. But it’s not solely because there are fewer people to bump into or intimidate—it’s the woman running beside me. The thought pulls me up short. I haven’t felt the need to make myself smaller in a while. When was the last time I felt like I needed more space?”
― Sara Clement, Get Me to the Starting Line

“Thank you for coming,” I say sincerely. “I’m here for you, anytime you need. But I don’t always know when you need me, so you have to figure out how to ask.”
― Sara Clement, Get Me to the Starting Line

“Under no circumstance should I skip a warm-up or cool down Don’t worry about the distance Walking breaks are good—in fact, they’re encouraged Soreness is normal, but listen to your body if you feel pain Strength training is not optional Don’t worry about form too much at the beginning If you feel yourself breathing heavy, slow down Find a training plan that works and try to stick to 80% of it Start slow (no problem there) and don’t rush Ask for help or hire a coach It’s the last one that stings.”
― Sara Clement, Get Me to the Starting Line