This Is Not About Running: A Memoir

by Mary Cain

Mariner Books · 2026

This memoir chronicles a young runner's ascent to elite status and her subsequent struggle against the pressures of a win-at-all-costs culture. It offers a candid look at the physical and psychological toll of extreme training, toxic coaching, and the relentless pursuit of perfection. For anyone interested in the dark side of competitive sports or the complexities of athletic development, this book is a powerful and necessary read.

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