“Every single one of us possesses the strength to attempt something he isn't sure he can accomplish. It can be running a mile, or a 10K race, or 100 miles. It can be changing a career, losing 5 pounds, or telling someone you love her”

—  Scott Jurek

or him
Source: Eat and Run (2012), Ch. 11, pp. 100-101

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American ultramarthon runner 1973

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