Good for a Girl

A Woman Running in a Man's World

De: Lauren Fleshman

Narrado por: Lauren Fleshman

* A New York Times Bestseller

* Winner of the William Hill Sports Book Of The Year Award

* A Financial Times Best Sports Book of 2023

Fueled by her years as an elite runner and advocate for women in sports, Lauren Fleshman offers her inspiring personal story and a rallying cry for reform of a sports landscape that is failing young female athletes

“Women’s sports have needed a manifesto for a very long time, and with Lauren Fleshman’s Good for a Girl we finally have one.”—Malcolm Gladwell, author of Outliers and David and Goliath

One of the most decorated collegiate athletes of all time and a national champion as a pro, Lauren Fleshman has grown up in the world of running. But every step of the way, she has seen how our sports systems—originally designed for men and boys—fail women and girls. Girls drop out of sports at alarming rates once they hit puberty, and female collegiate athletes routinely fall victim to injury, eating disorders, or mental health struggles as they try to force their way past a natural dip in performance for women of their age.

Written with heart and verve, Good for a Girl is Fleshman’s story of falling in love with running, being pushed to her limits and succumbing to injuries, and fighting for a better way for female athletes. Drawing on not only her own story but also emerging research on the physiology and psychology of young athletes of any gender, Fleshman gives voice to the often-silent experience of the female athlete and argues that the time has come to rebuild competitive sports with women at their center.

©2023 Lauren Fleshman (P)2023 Penguin Audio

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“A close-up look at the uncertain and often unhealthy climb toward stardom for women in organized sports . . . The rawness of Good for a Girl serves as a push to demand that the next crop of female athletes has it better.”—The Washington Post

“Good for a Girl is in part a memoir of Fleshman’s failures and successes, but it’s also a call to action for the coaches, parents, and young women of future athletic generations. Fleshman argues convincingly that it’s essential for the sports world to disentangle physical suffering from self-worth. In 288 funny, honest, and sometimes-wrenching pages, she makes clear that empowering girls to better understand the need for balance between pain and elite performance is not only the ethical thing to do—it’s essential to their health and career longevity.”—The Atlantic

“Part memoir, part critique of a sports system built around a man’s body, Fleshman offers a searingly candid look at her own victimhood and complicity, interlaced with compelling data and concrete ideas on how we can change this environment . . . Fleshman is an undeniably masterful storyteller, owning her own complicity in the system while holding others accountable, in a loving and nuanced way.”—Women’s Running

So. Dang. Good!! A true gift from Lauren Fleshman.

I cannot say enough good things about this book. I was blown away as I saw the struggle I faced as an adolescent female athlete in a whole new way. I marveled at Lauren’s story, strength and commitment to shining light on both youth and adult female athletics. If you are a coach, a parent of an athlete or an athlete yourself, go get this one!

Phenomenal

Brilliantly written and narrated. Fantastic book for runners of all types, women of all types, and humans of all types. Incredibly authentic, relatable, and eye-opening. Highly recommend.

Important listen

Steady, deliberate, and engaging narration from the author. Important topics for anyone coaching, parenting, or supporting women and girls in any sport - not just running.

Amazing story

The story gives a unique perspective into the lives of women who pursue athletics. I’d highly recommend this book to anyone.

I thought I knew a lot

Reading Lauren’s brave and honest account of what it looks like for girls and women on the inside. As a mom, to 2 athletes, Im simultaneously grateful and angry. Thank you!

Amazing story that’s empowering for women athletes

Absolutely adored this memoir. As a female athlete, it resonated so deeply with me and my teammates. Thank you for sharing your experiences!

Important for all women and trans athletes

Incredibly well researched and brave. Thank you Lauren for your strength and balls. Will be listening to this book again and again.

Thank you

Every coach should read this. A release of trauma I hadn’t realized I still harbored. Thank you Lauren.

Flew through this. Important and inspiring!

An opening into a world we don’t often see or hear about. So crucial. Very well done.

Must read for anyone who coaches girls/women

I have run since I was 12. Now as an adult and coach of high school females, I am so glad I read Lauren’s book to hear a different perspective. I had a different experience but I’m glad I read/listened to this book to hear some of the ways that I can help my athletes and daughters.

Very captivating story that was easy to get into!