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Uploaded by Alex Lohr | June 26, 2012

Lauren Fleshman of the Oregon Track Club overcame difficult odds due to injury to advance to the Olympic Trials 5k finals. Running only 11 miles per week, Fleshman gutted out the semi-final as she took a step closer to an improbable Olympic berth.

Speakers: Lauren Fleshman

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28 comments

runstrong 11 months ago

Lauren, you are one of the most inspirational and courageous runners I have ever followed. Your resolve along with the undeniable eloquence you bring to this sport is cherished by people out there. Don't stop sharing it with us!

Kevin Claus 11 months ago

...... a big beautiful lion lol awesome

Mike Mather 11 months ago

This fifteen-time All-American knows how to stay above water. I think she has a good chance. Stamina may be the biggest issue. I hope it's raining. That will help a lot!

johnnydajogger 11 months ago

This is bravery personified! And one of the best interviews I've ever seen in my 54 years of following track.

Pac-12 Man 11 months ago

Wow... great interview!
She had only run 2 miles at a clip, before her 5k race.
Unreal!

800m Coach 234 11 months ago

Lauren is the true champ of these Olympic Trials. She is why I love running and sports. Guts and the right attitude make LaUREN A CHAMP.

Canada Coach 11 months ago

One of the best Flotrack interviews ever.

Anonymous Coward 11 months ago

She should see Leo's massage therapist

anonymous 11 months ago

on that note.... I should get off my ass and go for a run. thanks, lauren

mike 11 months ago

wow, this is a person who is PLUGGED IN. confident and humble and just going for it. her performance and words in this interview are as inspiring as any track story or race Ive seen...ever.

Max Norris 11 months ago

WOW SHE INSPIRES ME SO MUCH!

Mark Frazier 11 months ago

Talk about natural talent....

I feel your pain 11 months ago

ITB syndrome sucks.

Anonymous Coward 11 months ago

A lion with a runner's heart. Unstoppable.

Anonymous Coward 11 months ago

Courageous indeed Lauren, keep up the great work. Picture that Lion and take the finals by storm. Go Lauren and GO PICKY BARS!

ryan hall 11 months ago

damn lauren, i love you

distance fan 11 months ago

Epitome of a true runner!!

James Roach 11 months ago

I will be purchasing some Picky Bars because of this video. Thanks Lauren!

oldoakrunr 11 months ago

every runner no matter age or skill level should watch this interview--been on flotrack a long time--agree Loren best interview ever

Babbling Idiot 11 months ago

I have come to the conclusion that all runners should have their IT bands surgically removed. They cause so many of us (runners) to many problems.

Loren 11 months ago

This is amazing. I saw her race in Portland and thought to myself, this woman is amazing for being out here. This is the best interview I've ever seen on Flotrack. Go Lauren, the piece about failure is too poignant.

Michael C 11 months ago

Lauren, I hope you read this:

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!! Your race and your words in this interview were gifts to anyone lucky enough to take them in.
You are such a beautiful spirit.

just the facts 11 months ago

@I am The Walrus: What are you talking about? Lauren was the USATF 5000m champ in 2010. She finished 7th in the 5000m at WCs last year (matching the highest finish ever by an American woman in that event). Her 5000m PR is 14:58. The only American who ran faster than her at 5000m in 2011 was Shalane Flanagan. If Lauren hadn't battled debilitating ITBS all year, she'd surely be a favorite to make the team and possibly even have an outside shot of getting a medal in London. Do a little research before you spew your nonsense.

Kevin Fuller 11 months ago

makes me feel like such a wimp when I race after watching this interview.

I am The Walrus 11 months ago

I don't know if the Olympics were ever likely for Lauren.

Paul Angeles 11 months ago

Lauren "The Lion" Fleshman. My body feels like poop right now, but after listening to her I'm out the door! Thanks Lauren!

Anonymous Coward 11 months ago

Man I love this girl! I could listen to her for hours! She better go into coaching once she decides not to run competitively anymore.

sleet08 11 months ago

Great interview! I can't even imagine the guts it takes to run that fast on such sparse training.

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