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Sunday, December 27th, 2009Marathon (Kindle Edition)
Thursday, December 24th, 2009
Review
Any insider will relish the running descriptions. Any outsider cannot help but be fascinated by the inner workings of a big city marathon. —-Kathrine Switzer, author, Marathon WomanHal Higdon already knew as much as anyone could know about the history and insider workings of marathoning. Why not write a novel about one big-city race? Why not follow a tried-and-true formula–the hour-by-hour countdown to a major event–that allowed for maximum intersection of people and events, especially unexpected events, as the clock ticks down to the final minutes? Suspense builds, the reader turns the pages rapidly, eager to find out what the next minute will bring. Of course, I’m not going to reveal much more about what happens in Marathon. That’s up to you to discover. I’ll say this however: No matter how many marathons you’ve run, you haven’t yet run one as dramatic and surprise-filled as this one, the annual Lake City Marathon. The things that happen in Marathon are big (more…)
Why should I enter a marathon?
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009Human diversity is one issue that is worth looking upon. Personal motivations may differ, choices may be multiple, aims may be scaled, but above these all there is one feeling that everybody pursues, either mindful of or not: the feeling of winning.
In sports, this kind of emotion, or more specifically, the desire of it, can determine individuals to explore unknown sides of their own body. A race can be the ultimate proof of heroism and marvelous endurance of the ordinary human body. It is necessary to enter one in order to find out whether you are a coward or not. This principle most applies to sports, but not exclusively.
When debating the matter of sports’ absolute aims, it is obvious that they concern a contest of one kind or another. For runners, the supreme test is the marathon, one unique theater of heroism. In a marathon, the ordinary runner is no longer ordinary. He becomes the way itself of reaching the highest aim.
On the stage of heroism, the runner is the main character. There is no script, there is no rule. There is only aim, the aim that makes a runner outrun himself. The race is the marvel of it all. Of course, daily runs have their sparkles, they are fun and they grow a good and easy feeling. But the race is the top of the iceberg. It can exhaust you like nothing else ever has, but the reward is definitely worth it. There are a series of feelings the runner tries on before, during and after a race. There is apprehension, which is best if you do not ignore, but assume and keep it inside normal parameters. There is determination and the overwhelming desire of being the first to hit the finish line. In this synaesthaesis you will indulge in the race and score a personal best.
Victory must be maintained. It is not achieved and thereafter, a steady state. It must be followed by another victory. People need higher aims everytime. They need provocations. And these provocations impose a subsequence of victories.
Gold Toe Women’s 3-Pack Marathon Athletic Quarter Sock
Monday, November 30th, 2009
From the Manufacturer
Gold Toe Marathon athletic quarter sock is made of combed cotton and stretch nylon. Midweight, ankle length, cushioned foot. Reinforced heel and toe. USA/Imported.
MARATHON 3 PR”Marathon is the perfect all purpose quarter sock for tennis, running, and spectator sports. Combed cotton and a cushioned ring toe provide year round comfort.
The Nonrunner’s Marathon Guide for Women: Get Off Your Butt and On with Your Training (Paperback)
Friday, November 27th, 2009
Dawn Dais hated running. And it didn’t like her much, either. Her fitness routine consisted of avoiding the stairs in her own house, because who really has the energy to climb stairs? It was with this exercise philosophy firmly in place that she set off to complete a marathon.The Nonrunner’s Marathon Guide for Women is a fun training manual for women who don’t believe that running is their biological destiny but who dream of crossing the finish line nonetheless. It opens with a realistic training schedule and is chock-full of how-to’s, quizzes, and funny observations, which Dais felt were lacking in the guides she had consulted.The Nonrunner’s Marathon Guide for Women also integrates entries from Dias’ journal, sharing everything would-be marathoners need to know about the gear, the blisters, the early morning workouts, the late-night carb binges, and — most important of all — the amazing rewards.Anyone can do a marathon. This book just makes the experience a l (more…)
Marathon Challenge (2006)
Thursday, November 26th, 2009
Review
This is an especially inspirational hour for those who would like to run a 26.2-mile race but fear it is beyond them. –Michael Storey, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Marathon ChallengeEvery year thousands of athletes from across the globe flock to Boston to run the city s marathon, known worldwide as the ultimate test of stamina and endurance. But how do you run 26 miles if you have trouble making it around the block? With good coaching, discipline, and lots of group support, as NOVA shows when it follows 13 sedentary people through a nine-month regimen designed to prepare them for the grueling Boston Marathon.Filled with personal drama, Marathon Challenge also takes viewers on a scientific adventure inside the human body. What happens to our muscles and hearts when couch potatoes become endurance runners? And what are the hidden risks? NOVA s behind-the-scenes portrait of the trials, tribulations, and joys of marathon training reaches a climax at the 2007 Boston (more…)
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Tuesday, November 24th, 2009
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What to Consider when Deciding to Run a Marathon
Monday, November 23rd, 2009Deciding to run a marathon is a big decision that must not be taken lightly. Training for a marathon takes a lot of time, dedication, and puts extra strain on your body. If you are on the fence about deciding to train and run a marathon then there are three things you need to take into consideration, your health, your time, and your support system.
The biggest deciding factor in whether or not you should run a marathon is your health status. There are many common medical conditions, such as diabetes, osteoporosis, arthritis, anemia, hypertension, and obesity, which can lead to health complications if you start putting strain on your body. If you have any of these conditions, it is best to consult your primary healthcare doctor before signing up for a marathon training program. You must also take into account your past medical history. If you have a history of lower extremity stress fractures, heel pain, plantar fasciitis or ankle sprains then you will want to make sure that you take all precautions to prevent any of these aliments from occurring again. It is a good idea to talk to your podiatrist to find out what the best running shoe would be for you and if you could be helped by a custom orthotic.
The second thing that you must think about when trying to decide if you should attempt to train for and run a marathon is if you have enough time to properly train for the race. In our fast-paced world most people have trouble finding time to fit in all the activities they already have on their schedule. Training for a marathon is a very time consuming task, especially in the last month of training. You must decide what time of day you are going to fit in runs that can take from 30 minutes to more than 3 hours!
The final thing that is important to consider when deciding to run a marathon is who your support system is. Who is it that most wants to see you finish your race? Most people do not think about this when deciding to run a marathon but it is very important. If you are married and your husband or wife does not support you running the race because it is too expensive or takes up to much of your time, then this is not a positive mental motivator to keep you going. You need your friends and family to be there to support you through your training and the big race day.
Deciding to run a marathon is a big decision. Your health, time, and support system should be taken into consideration when deciding if training for a marathon is right for you. Marathons are very challenging endeavors that simply aren’t for everyone. Do not be disappointed if you decide running a marathon is not for you, but if you do decide to take on the challenge, the best of luck to you!
26.2: Marathon Stories (Hardcover)
Friday, November 20th, 2009
An unprecedented visual and literary tour of the marathon throughout historyThe marathon is the most popular independent athletic event in the world, with over a million people set to enter one this year and another 50 million cheering them on from the sidelines. This glorious volume is the first book to set the marathon on the large world stage and examine the historic and universal appeal of this ultimate individual challenge.Hundreds of powerful images by such renowned photographers as Helmut Newton and Susan Meiselas, along with personal reminiscences from many well-known marathoners, capture the endless hours of practice and the overwhelming rush of emotion at crossing the finish line. Examining the marathon through the lenses of history, philosophy, sociology, athletics, pop culture, fashion, and science, the book salutes the determination and courage of those who willingly push themselves to test their personal best.
About the AuthorKATHRINE SWITZER is best (more…)
The Most Common Foot Injuries from Running a Marathon
Friday, November 20th, 2009Many podiatrists take the opportunity to volunteer in the medical tent after a local marathon. After the race, participants were filtered into the post-race area where they get food, water and have the option of stopping in the medical or podiatry tents for any assistance they may need. Hundreds of people come in looking for medical assistance, but the surprising thing is that 99% of the complaints consisted of the same 3 problems. The following medical problems are what I would consider to be the most common foot injuries based on my experience in the marathon medical tents:
1) Blisters – By far the most common problem that people face when running is blisters. You can wear moisture wicking socks, by the perfect shoes, and try and keep you feet as dry as possible but sometimes it is just impossible to prevent blisters from developing. One thing that many people don’t realize is that blisters come in different forms depending on what is inside of the blister. Most commonly blisters are either filled with a clear fluid or with blood. Runners can be freaked out to look down at their shoes at the end of a race and see blood but it may just have been a blood blister that popped while running. Blisters come in all shapes, sizes and locations.
2) Subungual Hematoma – This is a medical term for blood under the nail. This commonly occurs to runners from repeated pounding of their nail against the front of their shoe. It also commonly occurs when patients have a little piece of bone that protrudes up into their nail bed that irritates the nail when pressure is applied.
3) Plantar Fasciitis – This is a very common problem that occurs not only in runners but also in non-runners. Plantar fasciitis is irritation and swelling of the thick tissue on the bottom of the foot. This is usually a chronic condition, so runners will usually have this throughout their training but this can become extremely painful after a race. If you get a flare up of this after a race don’t hesitate to stop in a podiatry tent so that they can ice and tape up your foot.
Although there are many aliments that runners face from running the most common injuries that are seen are blisters, subungual hematomas and plantar fasciitis. The important thing to remember is that these are common injuries that can be fixed and alleviated by medical attention. Don’t hesitate to stop in a podiatry tent after a race or to visit a local podiatrist if your aliments get worse or if you have questions.