35 by 35: A Runner's Quest
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| Rating | : | 4.12 (577 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1517599539 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 230 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-11-23 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Taryn graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Film Studies from the University of Colorado at Boulder, then went on to pursue a career in Visual Effects in film and television production. About the Author Taryn Spates is a writer and runner who lives for story telling and adventure. She is a daughter, sister, wife, stepmother and California native currently living in the majestic San Fernando Valley. She wrote her first book after being inspired to run thirty-five marathons by the time she turned thirty-five years old.
S. Kay Murphy said I only run to answer the phone, but still loved it!. This book offers just as much wisdom for the journey of life as it does inspiration for those who run. I had to stop running years ago due to health issues, but still enjoyed reading this immensely. Spates' style as a writer is candid, personable and, well, downright charming. While many pro or full time athletes tend to be detached and self-absorbed, Spates r. "Very inspiring" according to Todd I. Ehrlich. I read this a week before attempting my first Ironman. In addition to being inspiring, it taught me that it's okay if your race does not go according to plan. Just buckle down and adjust like Taryn did time and again.
Taryn Spates is a writer and runner who lives for story telling and adventure. Taryn graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Film Studies from the University of Colorado at Boulder, then went on to pursue a career in Visual Effects in film and television production. . She wrote her first book after being inspired to run thirty-five marathons by the time she turned
Running 26.2 miles (or more) can be daunting for many, but it is magical for Taryn Spates. Spates’s story is funny, heartfelt, and inspiring. In 35 by 35: A Runner’s Quest, Spates takes us on her journey from her first inspiration through her greatest triumph, sharing the peaks and valleys she experiences as she grows from a young college graduate to a parent and professional in the entertainment industry while maintaining her true identity as a marathon runner. She captures every nuance and emotion experienced throughout a marathon race and the marathon of life.