If you just go out there and run 100 miles, it breaks down a lot of barriers in terms of self-imposed limitations.

Your body will argue that there is no justifiable reason to continue. Your only recourse is to call on your spirit, which fortunately functions independently of logic.

Sure I'm cut but not for the sake of vanity.

Go out hard and finish harder.

The marathon is an opportunity for redemption. Opportunity, because the outcome is uncertain. Opportunity, because it is up to you, and only you, to make it happen.

I love to run and I have some tips to keep it fresh and novel. I rarely use the same route twice. That keeps things new.

Want a strong, solid relationship that is willing to go the distance? Get to know your running shoes.

How to run an ultramarathon ? Puff out your chest, put one foot in front of the other, and don't stop till you cross the finish line.

I run because it always takes me where I want to go.

You cannot grow and expand your capabilities without running the risk of failure.

I've raced on all seven continents at least twice. I've probably run thousands of races. But the single race that I'm most proud is a 10K. Yes, a 10K. I ran it with my daughter on her 10th birthday.

The only one who can tell you "You can't" is you. And you don't have to listen.-Nike

When all else fails, start running!

A lot of ultramarathoners are soloists. They're single and live lives off the grid.

Somewhere along the line we seem to have confused comfort with happiness.

If it felt good, you didn't push hard enough. It's supposed to hurt like hell.

For me, as for so many runners, there really are no finish lines. Runs end; running doesn't.

Sometimes you've got to go through hell to get to heaven.

Regardless of how distant your dreams may seem, every second counts.