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Running by the numbers

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A runner confesses that the terminology with numbers that deal with foot races are not understood by him. These numbers include, 5-K, HR, and negative splits. He is more concerned with missing the sunrise, than with these numbers and the various gauges he wears as he runs.

Author: Bingham, John
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Runner's World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0897-1706
Year: 1997
Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Running, Terminology, Runners (Sports)

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Racing Big Larry

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A man describes his goal of beating a large runner he calls 'Big Larry' in a 5-K race. After several attempts, he actually outruns him, but then realizes his goal should not have been to beat somebody, but to find greater self-confidence within himself.

Author: Bingham, John
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Runner's World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0897-1706
Year: 1997
Running races

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Waddling through history

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A middle-aged runner with a bad knee was thrilled to complete the 100th Boston Marathon with a time of 5 hours, 32 minutes and 26 seconds. He had conquered his fears and insecurities as had every other runner who finished the course.

Author: Bingham, John
Publisher: Rodale, Inc.
Publication Name: Runner's World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0897-1706
Year: 1996
Marathon running, Boston Marathon (Running)

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