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Comment on by Sarah

Sarah — Thu, 24 May 2012 01:38:34 +0000

Of course not. I am just mystified as to how running/walking for 7 hours would be enjoyable. Yikes!

Comment on by sara

sara — Thu, 24 May 2012 00:17:57 +0000

uh oh! i knew i was going to stir up some trouble with that comment! i love the bucket-list crowd and ABSOLUTELY encourage them to take up running and to push themselves to accomplish more than they thought possible.

BUT.

the marathon is a race. not a 7hr endurance slog. i’m not talking about first time marathoners that run it for the purpose of accomplishing a goal. my beef is with the 7hr charity ‘runners’ that have never before ran a road race but decide to train a couple days a week so that they can say they finished the boston marathon but then never run again in their life. i encourage people to take up running as a lifestyle, not as a ‘one and done’ conquest that they reach and then leave behind.

i hope i clarified… i ABSOLUTELY don’t want to discourage anyone from running!

Comment on by Sarah

Sarah — Wed, 23 May 2012 21:49:17 +0000

It seems like a sell-out for the marathon, sort of like letting a cigarette company sponsor a marathon. The Rock n Roll Marathon will lose credibility, I think.

That said, what’s wrong with bucket-listers who got out there and are running farther than they’ve ever run before? Is that such a terrible thing? Us fatties have to have something to strive for!

Comment on seasons. a boston marathon race report. by HB

HB — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:55:46 +0000

People who push the limits barely let themselves have a break and give themselves a pat on the back. It is truly humbling that you finished -given your circumstances. None of us are exempt from injury – especially the hard training athletes-like yourself. Keep training smart and maintain your balance. Good luck!

Comment on seasons. a boston marathon race report. by Tim Cary (@tdcary)

Tim Cary (@tdcary) — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 02:16:04 +0000

Awesome report. You really toughed it out- I envy you for your dedication. Great job, and congratulations. I knew a few participants out there and was worried about them. You really make a good point in this post about time and family. So true. So much is about us, the athlete. Hope you are recovering well and now you have time to bike

Comment on today’s inspiration by Melissa

Melissa — Sat, 07 Apr 2012 19:07:27 +0000

I love this! Perfect for me right now while I’m still adding on the miles!

Comment on today’s inspiration by HB

HB — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 19:28:37 +0000

This gives me chills..the good kind. Thanks for posting!!

Comment on ATBM: near ‘vegan’ diet by Megan T

Megan T — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 20:37:40 +0000

Your writing is truly beautiful!. (I finally got some time to catch up )

Comment on ask the big mo by Melissa

Melissa — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:58:25 +0000

There are so many training schedules available, it can be a little overwhelming. Do you have any favorites?

Comment on winter running, part 2 by HB

HB — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:09:33 +0000

And here I was thinking I look silly wearing calf compression sleeves!
Yes, Tim is right – if you’re enjoying yourself and you’re comfortable, that’s all that matters!