Dear Quote by Lauren Fleshman
“I’ll never forget the first time I ran with a group of Kenyan women in 2004... The first mile was way slower than my typical run to the point where I was looking around thinking, “Are they for real? These are the fastest women in the world?” But by mile 5 we were buzzing along, mile six I was hitting the gas, and mile seven I was hanging on for dear life.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Running with Kenyan Women, 2005
Initial doubt turns to empowerment as she matches elite athletes’ pace.
In simple terms: Doubt fades, confidence builds running.
Key Takeaway
Embrace challenges to grow.
Themes
sports
confidence
culture
endurance
Mood
inspired
determined
Type
personal
motivational
When to use this quote
- Marathon training
- team runs
- cultural exchange
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Cross‑cultural experience
performance psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What assumptions limit your performance?
- How does group dynamics affect stamina?
A Different Perspective
May underestimate personal limits initially.
