Brick by Brick: A Memoir of Endurance, Healing, and Becoming

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by Anna Hertel · 2026

A memoir by Anna Hertel about the physical and emotional costs of endurance training, and the author’s journey through trauma, healing, and rebuilding her life. The book explores how movement, self-understanding, and resilience can support personal transformation.

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1 episode featuring Brick by Brick: A Memoir of Endurance, Healing, and Becoming

Becoming UnDone® with Dr. Toby Brooks
When endurance stops being an identity
Anna Hertel’s story shows how healing can require grieving a high-achieving identity while building a life beyond performance.
Sep 27, 2026 · 53 min

1 episode featuring Brick by Brick: A Memoir of Endurance, Healing, and Becoming

When endurance stops being an identity