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Jun 7, 2016 · From the Back Cover. The shocking and inspiring story of a star athlete’s struggle to outrun her demons—and finally find peace. Suzy Favor Hamilton was born a fast girl. A natural athlete driven by an insatiable need to win, she became the ultimate track-and-field sweetheart.
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Jun 9, 2015 · The former middle distance Olympic runner and high-end escort speaks out for the first time about her battle with mental illness, and how mania controlled and compelled her in competition, but also in life. This is a heartbreakingly honest yet hopeful memoir reminiscent of Manic, Electroboy, and An Unquiet Mind.
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Coached by Peter Tegen, she became one of the top middle-distance runners in the US in the 1990s. She won a record nine NCAA championships, 32 Big-Ten championships and a silver medal in the 1989 World University Games.
Sep 15, 2015 · Suzy Favor Hamilton’s book, Fast Girl: A Life Spent Running from Madness, has hit bookstores and is available for download.
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NEW YORK TIMESBESTSELLER The former middle distance Olympic runner and high-end escort speaks out for the first time about her battle with mental illness, and how mania controlled and compelled her in competition, but also in life. This is a heartbreakingly honest yet hopeful memoir reminiscent of Manic, Electroboy, and An Unquiet Mind. During the ...
“Favor Hamilton’s story has captured attention because of her work as an escort, but “Fast Girl” is ultimately more interesting for what it says about the psychological demands of high-level sports.” — New Yorker “In [FAST GIRL], [Suzy Favor Hamilton]...dishes in detail.” — New York Post “...rich clients, secret identities and the Olympics: Suzy Fa...
ISBN: 9780062346223ISBN 10:0062346229Imprint: Dey Street BooksOn Sale:09/14/2015Sep 14, 2015 · NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERThe former middle distance Olympic runner and high-end escort speaks out for the first time about her battle with mental illness,...
Nov 17, 2022 · During the 1990s, three-time Olympian Suzy Favor Hamilton was the darling of American track and field. An outstanding runner, a major sports apparel spokesperson, and a happily married wife, she was the model for an active, healthy, and wholesome life.
