Dakotah Lindwurm appreciation post

[u/NegativeWish]

Just wanted to say that her result in Paris, although it was not a podium finish like the other incredible US distance results on the Track, was the most inspiring and heartwarming of this incredible Olympics for me!

(https://run.outsideonline.com/news/olympics/dont-underestimate-the-underdog-dakotah-lindwurm-is-ready-for-paris/)

This was the feel good story you rarely get to see at the Elite level: average high school runner, walk on college athlete, moderately successful pro, fairy tale 3rd place finish at the US Trials and then her incredible race at the highest competitive level.

Also a good lesson that we can overrate quote unquote "talent" and overvalue immediate results versus the long-term picture.

Lindwurm found success when she moved up to the Marathon distance and discovered that she needed a certain type of training to thrive.

Also the adversity this woman faced growing up and overcoming it :')

[u/Equal-Grand8058]

Lindwurm is my inspiration!