4 minute mile used to be impossible
I was just reading that it used to be that the four minute mile was considered an impossible feat by science until someone achieved it. Once the 4 minute mile barrier was broken, many more people we ...
Number of miles in a 5K
I ran a 5k recently and was surprised to learn how many of my friends didn't know how long that was. The answer is 3.1 miles. A Kilometer is about .6 miles, so for a 5K just mutliply 5 km by .6 to ...
Knocking out your first 26.2 miles.
There are a myriad of approaches/philosophies/training plans one can employ in gearing up for your first marathon. I recenly penned a couple articles for WWW.ASKMEN.COM outlining a few tips/techniques ...
4 minute mile
I really want to run a 4 minute mile by the time I am 35. I think I may have missed my chance earlier in life -- when I was in my best shape I ran a 4:28. So, if I am going to make this happen, I susp ...
Group blazing 300-mile trail down Mokelumne
A non-profit group is working to create a 300-mile trail along the Moeklumne River that will connect hikers, bikers, boaters and equestrians from the Pacific Crest Trail near Ebbetts Pass to the Mok ...
Group blazing 300-mile trail down Mokelumne
A non-profit group is working to create a 300-mile trail along the Moeklumne River that will connect hikers, bikers, boaters and equestrians from the Pacific Crest Trail near Ebbetts Pass to the Mokel ...
A "country mile"
I think we city folks are too impressed with ourselves walking this many or that many walks. You know that old saying, “a country mile”? I have friends in eastern Kentucky who don’t go to gyms, don’ ...
Kilometers converted Miles chart
Ever wonder how many miles in a 5K or 10K walk/run event?
Here is a helpful chart from About.com, including approximate times to complete the distances:
Kilometer Chart
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Training for your first half-marathon
We're all different and can train at different levels. Here are my thoughts for your consideration (I'm assuming you're training for your first half)
1. Work up to 35-40 miles per week, doing one ...
Text of NYTimes article
Here is the text of the August 9, 2007 NY Times article on Hood to coast:
By YISHANE LEE
Published: August 9, 2007
WHEN Tara Ruotolo recruited far-flung pals and friends of frie ...
