Ep 95: Deena Kastor on Marathoning, Motherhood, & Writing a Bestselling Book
Deena Kastor on Marathoning, Motherhood, and Writing a Bestselling Book
New York Times Bestselling Author, Deena Kastor, comes back to talk about motherhood and writing her memoir, Let Your Mind Run. Marathon training, being a mom, and writing a book are all challenging tasks. Which does Olympic medalist and American women's marathon record holder, Deena Kastor, consider the one that's been the most difficult? Find out and enjoy Deena's inspiration and positivity by listening to today's episode. For more insights on running and positivity, check out episode 94 with Deena.
About Deena Kastor
Photo Credit: Jeremy Teicher
Deena Kastor is the Author of New York Times Best Seller, Let Your Mind Run, A Memoir of Thinking My Way to Victory
Her running accomplishments include:
Being the current American Record Holder in the Marathon (an honor held for 15 years)
2004 Olympic Marathon Bronze medal (Athens, Greece)
2005 Winner Bank of America Chicago Marathon
2006 Winner Virgin London Marathon
24 US National Titles (Cross Country, Track, Road Racing)
Currently holds 9 American Records from 5K to Marathon (2:19)
World Masters Record ½ Marathon (2013 Rock ‘n’ Roll Philadelphia)
American Masters Record Marathon (2015 Chicago Marathon)
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- Get Deena's book HERE | Our favorite 2nd book, The Happiness Advantage by Shawn Achor |Deena also recommends The Art of Learning
- Deena and I chat running & positivity in Episode 94
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