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Out and Back

A Runner's Story of Survival Against All Odds

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Out and Back

By: Hillary Allen
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In 2017, world-class ultrarunner Hillary Allen was at the top of her sport - and it felt like she was running on top of the world as she competed in Norway's Tromsø Skyrace. Allen was nearly halfway through the 50-kilometer race when she fell 150 feet off an exposed ridge, fracturing her back and breaking multiple ribs, both feet, and both of her lower arms. Beginning with the dramatic story of her accident and rescue, Out and Back: A Runner's Story of Survival Against All Odds recounts Allen's fight to return to the life she loves.

With vulnerability that reveals remarkable strength and introspection that yields wisdom, Allen shares the story of her recovery both physically and mentally, and hard-earned knowledge that the path forward is not always linear, that healing takes time, and that the process of rediscovery is ongoing as she learns what it takes to survive - and thrive. Out and Back is an inspiration to anyone who knows what it means to reclaim and rebuild your life, one day and one step at a time.

©2021 Hillary Allen (P)2021 Hillary Allen Adventurers, Explorers & Survival Personal Development Personal Success Running & Jogging Inspiring Heartfelt Thought-Provoking
Inspiring Comeback Story • Honest Personal Narrative • Emotional Journey • Relatable Struggles • Motivational Message
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I love that it was narrated by Hillary. she was honest, vulnerable, and so strong! I'm so glad she doesn't conform to "the norm". She is beautiful on the inside and out. I highly recommend this book!

Fantastic! Hillary Allen is a true inspiration!

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Mindset is incredibly important. Loved the story and insight into enduring and reaching your goals.

Great!

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First of all I love it when an author narrates their own book. Hillary shares her story of tragedy and survival with such honesty. She paints a clear picture of what she was going through physically and mentally. As an Ultra Runner I can take a lot of the wisdom she shared here into the future.

Inspiring story for all runners

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I had the privilege of meeting the author at the Chuckanut 50k in March 2022. She was so friendly and down to earth. I had heard her story several times before but not to this extent.
I can’t imagine the amount of courage, grit and pure determination needed to not only survive such an ordeal but to be able to make a comeback into the competitive world of ultra running.
Her honesty in this book shows how even though she is a top competitor in her sport, she is still human and has doubts and struggles like the rest of us.
I would highly recommend this to anyone even if you are not familiar with the running world. This story of courage is an inspiration for all!
Hillary- so glad I got to personally meet you and thanks for the signed book. Good luck with your future races!

Amazing comeback!

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I got this for my 95 year neighbor who loved it. She is Hillary’s grandmother also in Colorado. Now it’s my turn to listen to it.

Grandmother loved it

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I liked this book, buy wish she had delved a little deeper into the tough parts...though I understand that is not easy

Good, motivating story

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It was a very moving story that offered many lessons and insights about life’s struggles, overcoming adversity and believing in yourself.

Awesome

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I loved it. I love a story of struggle and win! Hillary is real and so strong. It was great listening to her break down her healing process.

amazing story

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Could not turn this off. Great hearing how Hillary Allen worked through her identity as a runner —but found she has an ultra-life, not only an ultra-running life. Don't think this is only a sports book, or a biography of someone coming back from a near death injury. This is a compelling read (or listen) for anyone wanting to hear about a person's perseverance and finding why she does what she does.

Ultra life

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This book is everything! Wether you are a new or veteran runner or anyone who is doing some sort of training and you need motivation during a rehab from injury, need motivation to start something back up you have lost the luster for or trying to overcome a setback. This book is for you! So much motivation and courage in Hillary’s story. It will do nothing but inspire you!

A must!

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