Tag Archives: marathon

What’s New & Interesting?

Posted on May 17, 2017 by

Even though routines can provide a degree of familiarity and comfort, the sameness after awhile becomes flat.  Boredom sets in. And motivation wanes.  At least that’s how I perceive the current state of affair in Washington. Hence, the question what’s … Continue reading →

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2.00:24 – Marathon Time!

Posted on May 6, 2017 by

Following up to my previous post, the Nike’s Breaking 2 project was today. Eliud Kipchoge of Kenya finished a marathon distance of 26.2 miles in two hours and 24 seconds. A world record! While the sub 2-hours goal remains, Eliud … Continue reading →

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Marathon Under Two Hours?

Posted on April 17, 2017 by

Sounds incredible?  So was the 4 minute mile back in 1954 before Roger Bannister broke it.  Not to mention, runners have been progressively getting faster due to advancements in technology and training. Current world record for marathon is 2.02:57 (2 … Continue reading →

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The North Pole Marathon 2017

Posted on April 11, 2017 by

  The worlds coolest and only marathon run on water was held on Saturday (8 April). According to the Kathmandupost report, participants run on the mass of ice floating on the Arctic Ocean with thin layer of ice separating participants … Continue reading →

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Why Aspire Marathon Again?

Posted on February 25, 2017 by

I have signed up for the 2017 Aspire Harrisburg marathon.  This marathon is where I injured my foot last year and did not finish for the first time.  This year, the marathon will be 12 Nov 2017 and my second … Continue reading →

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Day 7 Week 20 – Week in Review (13 Nov 2016)

Posted on November 13, 2016 by

11/13/2016 – 8 AM Aspire Harrisburg Marathon, total 23 miles for the week (not including the marathon). A twofer this week: the Presidential Election on Tuesday and my Aspire Harrisburg Marathon today.  Donald Trump won the election against Hillary Clinton, … Continue reading →

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Day 6 Week 20 – Harrisburg, PA

Posted on November 12, 2016 by

11/12/2016 – marathon eve, arrived at Harrisburg, PA., the state capital and where my 20 weeks of marathon training will be officially completed tomorrow. The logistic for this race is easy.  Harrisburg is about 2 hour drive from Washington, DC. … Continue reading →

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Day 5 Week 20 – Dealing With Change

Posted on November 11, 2016 by

11/11/2016 – 7 AM run, cool, 3 miles easy Dealing with lost differs with each individual.  Some ready to move on.  Some wallow in emotions. So it is understandable that reactions to the Tuesday election outcome varies as well.  In … Continue reading →

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Day 4 Week 20 -Why Trump?

Posted on November 10, 2016 by

11/10/2016 – 8 AM run, cool, 5 miles easy Simon Sinek says that “there are leaders and there are those who lead, Leaders hold a position of power or authority, but those who lead inspire us.“ I don’t know if … Continue reading →

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Day 3 Week 20 – Election Results

Posted on November 9, 2016 by

11/09/2016 – 8 AM run, cloudy, 8 miles easy The American people have spoken, and Donald Trump is now the president-elect. It is a message of change.  Albeit, whether it is for the better or worse is yet to be … Continue reading →

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