There are many reasons to run. It's a great way to lose weight. It puts distance between you and your demons. And for Alexi, it makes you an Olympic athlete. It also indirectly made her an author. The book is called Bravey - no, not Bravery - and it's about chasing dreams and befriending pain. Hey, there's another thing running can do: catch up to your dreams.

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