Monthly Archives: July 2019

Will Shoe Tech Ruin The Purity Of The Sport? 29% of Athletes Who Die of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Have Symptoms—Here’s What to Look For Who needs a track?

The life-changing magic of making do In Washington state, obesity is now officially considered a disability—and protected under state anti-discrimination law. This means that “it is illegal for employers in Washington to refuse to hire qualified potential employees because the … Continue reading →

the morning shakeout Coach reveals the secret behind Eliud Kipchoge’s success. Alex Hutchinson: How to Talk Yourself Into Better Endurance “When You Get That Wealthy, You Start to Buy Your Own Bullshit.” …About how you earn and spend your time … Continue reading →

The Unbearable Smugness of Walking Our friend Harvey Lewellen (Oregon Track Club), the American record holder in the 80-84 and 85-89 Hammer Throw, set a new world record… More. Video (8:23): Seniors push athleticism to the limit The average user … Continue reading →

Sifan Hassan Breaks World Record in the Mile. Coached by Alberto Salazar. Video U.S. Life Expectancy Drops for Third Year in a Row …Less dramatic, but obesity, “recreation” drugs, and alcohol continue to reap an early harvest. Seven moral rules … Continue reading →

Learn Like An Athlete Steven Pinker: Go Ahead and Get Emotional in Negotiations ‘These kids are ticking time bombs’: The threat of youth basketball …Perchance there’s a clue for you, the aging athlete. How Emotional Intelligence Boosts Your Endurance …Yes, … Continue reading →

The World’s Fastest (Old) Man Here’s Why I Pick Up Other People’s Litter—And Why You Should, Too …Don does. My advice: Read Justin Gallegos: Sports Changes Everything

I Was Wrong (And I Bet You Were Too) Q&A with Alex Hutchinson Q&A with Bernard Lagat …Perhaps the greatest distance runner in human history. Think about it: what weakens us is feeling offended by the deeds and misdeeds of … Continue reading →

Read du jour: America Is Losing Its Grip. …”We are raising a generation of weaklings, more prone to everything from premature aging to mental disorders.” …Do you do yard work? Weekly I do a 3-4 mile walk with an 80 … Continue reading →

American Tour de France team has barred its riders from using cellphones at the dinner table during the 3-week race Study: A Kind Partner More Important Than Compatibility …Jerks are bad news. Who knew? Calculate Your Carbon Footprint. Wouldn’t you … Continue reading →