Category Archives: Racing

The Power of Running

I was thinking that with so many people burning calories by running, if only that energy could be harnessed it might put a dent in the energy crisis. So for fun, I compared the energy exerted by runners to other … Continue reading

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An Amazing Road Race

Something amazing happened in Portsmouth, NH yesterday.  Portsmouth is a little seacoast town of 20,000 people. It borders Greenland a town of 3,500. It is a beautiful and peaceful part of the country. Homes are rarely locked neighbors all know … Continue reading

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Boston Marathon Route, A Runner’s View

Being that I live an hour north of Boston and the Boston Marathon is an epic running event I created two interesting videos of the marathon route. The first is an inspirational 2.5 minute tour through the entire route from … Continue reading

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Racing Kenya Style

Only a few of the feet at the starting line were clothed in worn-out Keds, a pair or two of sandals, and a single pair of sneakers. The rest of the feet were bare. There were no iPods, no heart … Continue reading

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To Be A Winner

To be a winner, the athlete must accept pain– not only accept it, but look for it, live with it, learn not to fear it.” This is a quote from the inspirational running philosopher and avid runner, Dr. George Sheehan. … Continue reading

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New Marathon in Ancient City

The second annual Jerusalem Marathon took place a few days ago. 15,000 runners from 40 different countries ran the event. It has been titled “the Breathtaking Marathon” because it takes runners’ breath away with both its challenging terrain as well … Continue reading

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Race Face

I found some great photos of runners taken by an Austrian named Mark Probst. I edited and arranged a few photos in hopes of spotlighting the struggle and triumphs that are told through the runners face. Share

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