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Des Linden is an American long-distance runner and Olympian best known for winning the 2018 Boston Marathon, becoming the first American woman to do so in 33 years. She has represented the United States in multiple Olympic Games and is recognized for her perseverance and candid insights into the sport of running.
Known for: Choosing To Run: A Memoir
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Choosing To Run: A Memoir
An inspirational memoir by Boston Marathon winner and Olympian Des Linden, co-written with Bonnie D. Ford. The book recounts Linden’s journey through professional running, culminating in her historic 2018 Boston Marathon victory, and explores the mental and physical resilience required to compete at the highest level.
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Early Years
I grew up in California, a kid obsessed with movement. Even before I knew what running competitively meant, I loved the sensation of speed—the feeling that the world got quiet when my feet found their rhythm. I wasn’t a prodigy; I was simply consistent. I showed up. My parents raised me to value eff...
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Collegiate Running
Arizona State University was where running got serious, but it was also where I started to understand the full cost of chasing excellence. Between classes, training, and recovery, each day demanded precision. I wasn’t the most naturally gifted runner on the team, but I was relentless. Over time, I l...
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About Des Linden
Des Linden is an American long-distance runner and Olympian best known for winning the 2018 Boston Marathon, becoming the first American woman to do so in 33 years. She has represented the United States in multiple Olympic Games and is recognized for her perseverance and candid insights into the spo...
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Des Linden is an American long-distance runner and Olympian best known for winning the 2018 Boston Marathon, becoming the first American woman to do so in 33 years. She has represented the United States in multiple Olympic Games and is recognized for her perseverance and candid insights into the spo...
Des Linden is an American long-distance runner and Olympian best known for winning the 2018 Boston Marathon, becoming the first American woman to do so in 33 years. She has represented the United States in multiple Olympic Games and is recognized for her perseverance and candid insights into the sport of running.
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