I posted yesterday on PhillytoLAonFoot about the crazy treadmill run that Dean Karnazes did over 48 hours to try to break the Guinness World Record of 240 miles. While he did run about 211 miles, that wasn't enough to break the record. But really, who else could even attempt such a thing?
This morning I saw a news story in the Concord Monitor about a group of two that are running 124 miles across New Hampshire on October 18 to benefit the Make-A-Wish foundation. It's not a relay and they're not taking time off in between. When they do it, it will be one heck of an accomplishment. Take a look at The Run Across New Hampshire for details.
At first this took the wind out of my sails. I've enjoyed answering the "are you nuts?" questions that are so commonly asked and in being the craziest person I know (save Karno, of course). These guys are even crazier.
But I'd be missing the point if I stayed there. They will likely raise as much as $10,000 for the Make-A-Wish foundation and will accomplish a tremendous feat in a couple of weeks. I couldn't be prouder that they're from NH and doing such an amazing athletic feat.
Look for some more details from them as I learn more.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
Inspiring other runners
When I originally came up with this idea (on a run, no less), I didn't realize that this event could have a positive impact on people's lives. I mean, I know I wanted to run it for a charity so it would have an impact there. But there's another effect that it's having that just makes me smile from ear to ear. Two effects, really.
First, I'm inspiring non-runners (or former runners) to run because they want to be a part of this event. They're hitting the roads (and/or treadmills) so they can run at least one 8-mile segment with me. It's helped them become more fit and feel better about themselves.
I'm also inspiring current runners to pick up the mileage a bit. People who were running 3-4 miles a couple of times a week are now running 5-6 miles or more each time.
The second impact is that people are starting to talk about running a lot more. It's a frequent part of our conversations and they're seeking advice for training, eating, etc. It's having a positive impact on the sport in my area and I'm incredibly humbled to have made an impact, no matter how small the geographic area is.
It just goes to show you that doing something you love has a contagious effect on the others in your life. Go team 48!
First, I'm inspiring non-runners (or former runners) to run because they want to be a part of this event. They're hitting the roads (and/or treadmills) so they can run at least one 8-mile segment with me. It's helped them become more fit and feel better about themselves.
I'm also inspiring current runners to pick up the mileage a bit. People who were running 3-4 miles a couple of times a week are now running 5-6 miles or more each time.
The second impact is that people are starting to talk about running a lot more. It's a frequent part of our conversations and they're seeking advice for training, eating, etc. It's having a positive impact on the sport in my area and I'm incredibly humbled to have made an impact, no matter how small the geographic area is.
It just goes to show you that doing something you love has a contagious effect on the others in your life. Go team 48!
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Thinking ahead to the 3-a-days
I've been thinking a lot about the 3 8-mile runs that I'll be doing two days in a row during this event. While the marathon was a bit of a struggle (as they all are), I'm a bit more confident that breaking it up over different parts of the day will be more beneficial.
That said, I've started to make a list of things that I'll need to remember for the big 2-day event.
1) Consume LOTS of protein those days, like chicken, fish, etc.
2) Limit dairy to keep my stomach from being upset.
3) Ice baths between each run.
To prepare, I'll continue to take different paths each time so that I'm not bored and more importantly my body doesn't get used to the course.
There's plenty more where that came from, but this will work for now. It's an ever-growing list.
That said, I've started to make a list of things that I'll need to remember for the big 2-day event.
1) Consume LOTS of protein those days, like chicken, fish, etc.
2) Limit dairy to keep my stomach from being upset.
3) Ice baths between each run.
To prepare, I'll continue to take different paths each time so that I'm not bored and more importantly my body doesn't get used to the course.
There's plenty more where that came from, but this will work for now. It's an ever-growing list.
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