In spirit of the Olympics, these links focus on the three female American marathoners.
Photo from Shalane’s Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/ShalaneFlanagan)
- Goucher runs past doubts, by Jim Souhan, Star Tribune
My fave quote: Most athletes hide their doubts beneath a veneer of confidence, if not arrogance. Goucher worries and vents. - Win or die trying, by Aimee Berg, Outside Online
Fave quote: But Flanagan is a competitive assassin who will redline it when stakes are highest. - Olympics bound runner Desiree Davila struggles with injury, by Kristin Bull and Judy Davids, Rochester Hills Patch
My heart breaks when I read this. I really hope her hip is ok when she runs on the hard surface.
What are some good, interesting, or motivating articles you’ve read lately?
Change of Pace 
Such things to bookmark when you have a bad day!
I just read a Men’s Fitness article on the ultramarathoner who ran around the world – amazeballs. There are some remarkable people in this world!
I’m going to have to find that article- sounds fascinating!
Did you hear about the Sudanese runner who can’t represent South Sudan and was given permission by the IOC to run as an independent? Amazing…. http://www.reuters.com/london-olympics-2012/articles/athletics/2012/07/21/south-sudanese-runner-race-under-olympic-flag
Yes! I love that story and am so happy they’re letting him run!
Found this one today about Gwen Jorgenson of the US Olympic Triathlon team – she was formerly a Big 4 accountant (like I was) who turned pro. I guess there is still hope for me then!? hah! http://triathlon.competitor.com/2012/07/olympics/meet-the-u-s-olympic-team-gwen-jorgensen_58129
Wow- great story! I’m thinking you’re a shoe in with your accounting and athletic skills!
Women’s Running has had some inspiring Olympic based articles that I really liked and motivated me! Watching all the Olympians walking through the opening ceremonies will definitely getting me going for this weekend’s tri!
Yes- the opening ceremonies will be great inspiration! Good luck this weekend.
Thank you!
I don’t have a specific article to point to, but I’m super excited for the Olympics to start. I LOVE all the inspirational stories of the athletes. So motivating!
Less than 24 hours now!
Good luck in your race this weekend!
Great links thanks for sharing. Watched a great film called ‘Marathon Boy’. It tells the story of a young Indian boy who starts running marathons form the age of 4. He grows up in the slums and it tells of his miraculous journey. Definitely try get your hands on it! Here is the link. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1674246/
That looks fascinating! I’ll definitely see if I am able to watch it.