Read the entire account of Mike's experience: part one, part two, part three, and part four.
Because of my amazing celebrity connections, I got an opportunity this week to try out the peak performance package at the Canyon Ranch health resort in Tucson, Arizona.
I will be spending four days being tested, poked, prodded, analyzed and examined like an alien abductee while expert exercise physiologists, sports physicians and nutritionists try to figure…
Let's take a whirl on the charity cycle.
First up this week is Peter, who is raising money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma society. Peter says:
I am training for my first marathon ever in Disney. I am doing this because it has a personal meaning to
meal along with trying to do something good in society by helping others, even though I going to be busy with my last year…
Some people live to run. These folks are happy as long as they feel the track, trail or road beneath their feet. And then there are other runners who relish various cross-training activities to mix things up now and then. If your spicy garnish happens to be a game of soccer, you may be in luck. A team at the University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen University Hospital and Bispebjerg Hospital in…
The only thing worse than running... is not running. But sometimes that's the only answer when it comes to injury recovery. About two weeks ago my patellar tendon decided it really wanted a rest (the patellar tendon is attached to the shin and kneecap, which when inflamed causes a tightness and often sharp ache under the patella (kneecap) region).
Now, we all know that when a runner gets injured…
Sooner or later, those who win are those who think they can.
-- Richard Bach
Join me this week in welcoming 15 new additions to the R.B.F.
The Run Down
To Be Honest With You....
The Middle of the Pack
Off the Pace
Philly To La On Foot
Running and Good Times
Dukes of Flatbush
*Mythots Exactly*
Ultramarathoning for love
IU Mini 9.8.07
Run Report
Slow Girl Running
The Running Guy
Just One Marathon
My Life and Running…
We all do it—we get lost in our heads while running. Some of us keep focus by listening to music or to books but regardless of what is going into our heads via the ears, it is what goes through our heads via our eyes and our dreams that really fills the space. Here is one man's journey through his mind while out on a run…
I know, I know. We're not supposed to hate anything about running, right? Certainly if you put it on a ledger the assets would far outnumber the debits. But if you peered into the deepest recesses of your most secret thoughts you would find something about our chosen sport that you despise.
No? OK, it's just me then.
I could cobble together one of those Top 10 lists and include things like…
Heat and humidity will make for stifling conditions in the marathon at the 2007 IAAF World Championships. The men's marathon will be the first event of the championships on Saturday, August 25, while the women's marathon will take place on September 2, the final day of the championships.
Temperatures at the start will be close to the forecast high for Saturday of 35C/95F. Coupled with the humidity, the outcome of…
Fall marathon season is approaching, and even if you’re not a marathoner, you can still be a part of the festivities. If you know somebody who is running, you can show your support by being an enthusiastic spectator.
It’s actually quite easy to be a spectator. While the runners invest several months preparing for race day, all you need to do is spend a little time learning how to…
After a hot and sweaty run, the prospect of chilled liquid appeals to many runners. Water, a sports drink, maybe even a beer might do nicely to quench the body’s desires. But, the eyes widen when this cool cocktail is served up in the form of floating ice cubes in a bath tub sans purple toothpick umbrella. You can wear a warm hat, drink hot tea, and throw in all…
The 2007 World Championships begin on August 25 in Osaka, Japan. The current issue of ESPN the Magazine has an interview with the two favorites in the 100 meters, Jamaica's Asafa Powell and Tyson Gay of the United States. Powell holds the world record, but Gay has run the fastest time in the world this year. Who will prevail? By the way, you can find the…
Friday night in Calgary was a fun night at the track for me and a few friends. A small group of runners met up at the new 400 meter track for a fun event put on some members of the Calgary Roadrunners. We raced first for 2,000 meters, then took a short break. Following the break we raced again, this time for 1,000 meters and finally after a really short…
The world is full of discourages. We have a duty to encourage one another. Many a time a word of praise or thanks of appreciation or cheer has kept a person on his feet.
William Barclay
We have 14 new blogs entered in the R.B.F. for you this week. Take a look and welcome someone to the fold.
Relentless Runner
Habang Tumatakbo
Will Run For Chocolate
Running, my second job and passion
Decided to…
Run fast - run really fast - like this guy…
When I was first commissioned (i.e. asked to volunteer) to provide the Saturday Inspirational Video I showcased a trailer for a film called 'Runners High' about a program in Oakland California that trains kids to run a marathon.
I recently had the opportunity to see the film and found myself deeply moved by the journeys of the 5 students featured in this film. The tagline for this film…
What would we do without them? It's tough getting up on a Sunday morning and doing that 20-miler, but what a joy to return home and find your spouse or significant other has a stack of your favorite pancakes waiting for you.
We enjoy our enthusiasms because the sacrifices we make on their behalf don't seem like sacrifices at all. But our enthusiasms also require sacrifices by those we love, and…
The Medtronic Global Heroes Web site starts out with this statement:
Running long distances was never meant to be easy. It becomes even harder when the body becomes a barrier. For runners diagnosed with medical conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, spinal disorders, chronic pain or neurological disorders, that is the reality. Yet the passion for running remains.
The Minnesota-based medical device company introduced a program in 2006 called "Global Heroes"…
1. What is it?
The Achilles tendon is the common attachment point for the calf muscles to the heel. It is the thickest and strongest tendon in the body (it is also the most frequently ruptured tendon too). Achilles tendonitis is usually due to overuse from repetitive micro-trauma causing inflammation. Achilles tendonitis accounts for up to 11 percent of all running injuries.
2. What are the causes/predisposing factors of…
Mr. Fields would have made a lousy runner."If at first you don't succeed, try, try and try again. Then give up. There's no use being a damn fool about it." - W.C. Fields…
All I have to say to Mr. Foxx is that "someday" will be a lot farther off for some of us!"Health nuts are going to feel stupid someday, lying in hospitals dying of nothing." - Redd Foxx…
Driving this weekend through California's San Joaquin Valley, it was hard not to notice agricultural-related aromas, such as a massive methane-producing livestock ranch or freshly fertilized farmland. It got me thinking: Sometimes air really stinks.
This is nothing new, of course. Air quality has been a problem for many decades, and the recent emphasis on global warming is again bringing the issue to the forefront. But it seems the air we…
And the day came when the risk it took to remain tight inside the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.
Anais Nin
Check these new blogs out;
Marathon Dreams
Goal 26.2
Beth Runs!
MarathonDudeBill
Peanut Butter and Chocolate
Marvel-ous Musings
Pinoy Runner
Self Motivation
A Slowpoke's Blog
The Running Laminator
St. Louis Running Fool
The Lazy Girl's Guide to Running a Marathon
Life Strides
Rick Reed
Running at 30…
Compare and contrast. You have us, the members of the Running Blog Family who don't step out the door without our GPS devices, stop watches, heart rate monitors, mapped out routes of known length, technical clothing and super high tech running shoes. We find plans, pay coaches, and use scientific methodologies in the pursuit of setting new personal records.
And then you have these intrepid athletes who just lace…
You've heard it a million times. "Don't try anything new on race day." It's good advice, especially for those tempted to wear the new running shoes or apparel they bought at the race expo the day before.
I follow it religiously. Every morning I get up at 4 a.m., have my wife drive me to the local Sheraton, where I hang around in the lobby for 15 minutes, and then take…
Welcome to what I hope will be a biweekly survey of recent news related to fitness, nutrition, training, and competition. My goal is to pass along links to articles that summarize recent medical research, offer insights into training, as well as other articles of interest to runners. You won't see many articles from Runner's World, since I suppose nearly everyone who drops by is already a regular reader.
Faster, Faster, Slower
In…
(Read part one of our running skirt blowout.)
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To review: I wore each skirt for a minimum of two runs of at least three miles each. My runs are also always on trails though that does not factor much into this review. I analyzed the length of the skirt, coverage, type of undergarment, weight, skirt material, pockets, colors, price, and more. I also did a “wet” test of the skirts to…
One of the latest fads in running fashion is the running skirt. This is evidenced by several Complete Running articles on (running skirts, and more running skirts—not that we're obsessed or anything, we can stop anytime—and this is only part one!) the numerous apparel companies who have sprung up as specialty retailers, and the now ever-present women in running skirts you have likely seen at local races. (Read part…
If there were a Ph.D in running would you make the passing grade? And would it be based on how fast you are, how long you go or how many miles you put in? What would the credit courses be?
I found this week's photo amongst Susan's Flickr site but the credit for the photo belongs to her sister Amy. The photos are part of Susan's Indianapolis Mini Marathon May 2007…
Success is often the result of taking a misstep in the right direction.
Al Bernstein
Join me this week in welcoming 18 new blogs to the R.B.F.
Running for Pennies
Catra's PCT Journey
Dirt Diva
The Toronto Runner
Western Pennsylvania Track Club
Cubbiesfolife
Run-a-bout!
The Quiet Runner
Tiara Training
Running Alone But Together
Sweet Victory
Notes of a Non-Runner
The Baltimore Running Project
Some Of Us Are Born Great
LiveRun
I used to hate running...
Rosie on the Run
Trailbone…
Have you ever considered heading out to more remote areas and doing a nice, dirty trail run? Ultrarunner Julie Fingar has all the reasons you might want to try it and just the tips you'll need to insure a safe, fun filled trip (oops!) down the trail.
Take a look at our post on trail Web sites for more information about trail running.
Happy Trails!…
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