• Run to Overcome

  • The Inspiring Story of an American Champion's Long-Distance Quest to Achieve a Big Dream
  • By: Meb Keflezighi, Dick Patrick
  • Narrated by: Jon Gauger
  • Length: 6 hrs and 5 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (207 ratings)

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Run to Overcome

By: Meb Keflezighi,Dick Patrick
Narrated by: Jon Gauger
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Meb Keflezighi (Kef-lez-ghee) is all about hope and second chances—starting with his very survival. The child of a small African country ravaged by a brutal war, Meb arrived in America with nothing but the clothes on his back, speaking no English and never having raced a mile. So how did he end up an A student, one of the most celebrated and respected athletes of his generation, and winner of the 2009 New York City Marathon?

His story sounds like the living embodiment of the American dream... but Meb’s path to victory hasn’t been smooth. Not long after he stood on the Olympic platform as a U.S. silver medalist, it all came crashing down. And he was about to find out whether his faith in God, the values his parents had taught him, and his belief that he was born to run were enough to see him through.

Run to Overcome tells the inspirational story of a man who discovered the real meaning of victory, and shares the secrets to overcoming the odds in your own life.

©2010 Meb Keflezighi (P)2010 Oasis

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You gotta love Meb! - but...

What did you love best about Run to Overcome?

This is such a great story. I found it very inspiring on many levels. I do not share Keflezighi's religious faith, but even that aspect was presented so naturally that it did not detract from his story. What did detract, for me, was hearing it come out of a voice so obviously white-middle-America.

How could the performance have been better?

Maybe Meb didn't care to narrate his own book, but could they not find anyone who might sound more like him?

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An Inspiring Story that is not Overly Inspiring

Meb seems to be a pretty down to Earth guy and it is amazing how he ended up getting out of poverty in Etheopia but was his family really poverty stricken there? I wish he had of filled in more details about how bad or not badly off his family was in Etheopia and a few more details of how his father was able to get the to USA. I don't think his story is that much more extrodinary than any other immigrant coming to North Amercia and getting a job and succeeding at something. He just happened to be a runner who made it because he was talented. Sort of boring at times but also interesting sometimes. Not a stellar book but not a bad listen.

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Wonderful book

A wonderful story about how Meb and his family came to be in America and journey to become an elite marathoner. He takes you through his early days in Eritrean, immigrating to Italy and then the United States. From there he goes into how he became interested in running and through his progression from High School all the way through his 2009 NYC Marathon win. The book is filled with inspirational stories which are sure to help motivate any runner or just anyone who might need a little encouragement. I think this book should be required reading for every American.

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Great book for Christian athletes

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, written in 2010, this story is very encouraging and interesting. Full of life and running tips.

What other book might you compare Run to Overcome to and why?

Running with Joy: My Daily Journey to the Marathon by Ryan Hall

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

"Like the marathon, life can sometimes be difficult, challenging and present obstacles, however if you believe in your dreams and never ever give up, things will turn out for the best." - Meb

Any additional comments?

"I Can Do All Things Through Christ Who Strengthens Me!" - Phil 4:13

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Brilliant

One of my down to earth heros. I loved his book and listened to it while running up and down my driveway during hard lockdown during the Covid pandemic.

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Inspirational!

I am so inspired by this story. Being past high school and having moved away from jumping due to the chance of injury, I really needed to hear of someone who persevered and accepted his sport through all its ups and downs. I'm also inspired by Meb's faith and how he identifies fully as an American while still loving Eritrea. This is a lovely and moving story!

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Awesome and inspirational book

I listened to this book while running my daily miles during the Pandemic of 2020 and it is truly an inspirational and uplifting book. It makes you realize that with a strong belief system and a trong will, there is a lot you can overcome. I have met Men several times and I know some of his family and he is truly a humble man who cares about the people around him. i definitely reccomend this book for runners as well as non-runners!

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Meb is awesome

Good book. I like Mebs 26 Marathons book a little better but this one is good to

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Overcoming with God in Life and Training

This book was a refreshing read! I enjoyed the heart and soul Meb poured into this book. I did not think it possible to love Men more but I do. His story of overcoming adversity and conquering life has inspired me to keep striving to be and do my best in whatever the task!

I pray God continues to bless Men and his beautiful family!

Many Blessings!

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