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The Longest Race: Inside The Secret World Of Abuse, Doping, And Deception On Nike'S Elite Running Team
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Instant New York Times Bestsellerin One Of The Most Important Athlete Memoirs Of Its Generation (Kate Fagan, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author), Olympian Kara Goucher Reveals Her Experience Of Living Through And Speaking Out About One Of The Biggest Scandals In Running.Kara Goucher Grew Up With Olympic Dreams. She Excelled At Running From A Young Age And Was Offered A Nike Sponsorship Deal When She Graduated From College. Then In 2004, She Was Invited To Join A Secretive, Lavishly Funded New Team, Dubbed The Nike Oregon Project. Coached By Distance Running Legend Alberto Salazar, It Seemed Like The Opportunity Of A Lifetime.Kara Was Soon Winning A World Championship Medal, Going To The Olympics, And Standing On The Podium At The New York And Boston Marathons, Just Like Her Coach Had Done. But Behind The Scenes, Salazar Was Hiding Dark Secrets. He Pushed The Limits Of Antidoping Rules And Created What Kara Experienced As A Culture Of Abuse, The Extent Of Which She Reveals In Her Book For The First Time. Meanwhile, Nike Stood By Alberto For Years And Proved Itself Capable Of Shockingly Misogynistic Corporate Practices.The Longest Race Is An Unforgettable Story That Is As Interesting As It Is Important (Molly Huddle, Twotime Olympian) And Also A Crucial Call To Action. Kara Became A Crusader For Female Athletes And A Key Witness Helping To Get Salazar Banned From Coaching At The Olympic Level. The Longest Race Will Leave You Motivated, Empowered, And Ready To Take On The World (Allyson Felix, Olympic Gold Medalist) As It Reveals How Kara Broke Through The Fear Of Losing Everything, Bucked Powerful Forces To Take Control Of Her Life And Career, And Reclaimed Her Love Of Running.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'The Longest Race'? A: 'The Longest Race' by Kara Goucher details her experiences within the Nike Oregon Project, focusing on themes of abuse, doping, and deception in elite running.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 288 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Longest Race' published? A: 'The Longest Race' was published on March 14, 2023.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'The Longest Race' is a hardcover.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Longest Race' is Kara Goucher, an Olympian and renowned long-distance runner.
- Q: Is 'The Longest Race' suitable for young readers? A: 'The Longest Race' contains mature themes related to abuse and doping, which may not be suitable for younger audiences.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this memoir? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the challenges faced by elite athletes, the culture of competitive sports, and Kara's personal journey of empowerment and activism.
- Q: Does the book address any specific scandals in sports? A: Yes, the book reveals significant scandals related to doping and abusive practices within the Nike Oregon Project, particularly involving coach Alberto Salazar.
- Q: Is there a call to action in the book? A: Yes, 'The Longest Race' serves as a call to action for female athletes and emphasizes the importance of speaking out against abuse in sports.
- Q: What is the overall tone of 'The Longest Race'? A: The book's tone is both informative and empowering, as Kara shares her story of overcoming adversity in the competitive running world.