Adam Goucher, husband of the now more well known Kara Goucher, is one of the greatest runners the USA has ever produced. Immortized in the book 'Running with the Buffaloes' which follows his senior year of XC at Colorado University, it's a must read for all aspiring competitive runners. Since graduating college, due to his immense talent, he has been widely criticized for not living up to his potential. In his latest blog post he addresses the tough and unfairly projected criticism and living out one's dreams. It's an awesome, quick, and inspiring, read. Always liked Goucher's style. http://www.blog.runtheedge.com/2011/09/adam-goucher-olympic-dreams/

Here's a link to the Running with the Buffs -- http://www.amazon.com/Running-Buffaloes-University-Colorado-Cross-Country/dp/1585743283

Here's Adam's bio on USATF -- http://www.usatf.org/athletes/bios/TrackAndFieldArchive/2008/Goucher_Adam.asp