Monthly Archives: May 2009

World’s Fastest Human?

Anyone catch the Visa Championship Series – Reebok Grand Prix Track Meet yesterday on NBC? Tyson Gay demolished the 200 meter field that included Wallace Spearman and Jeremy Wariner. I mean, he totally destroyed the field. In doing so, he … Continue reading

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In Memory of Pre

Steve Prefontaine Everyone who knew of him called him, Pre. Jan. 25, 1951 – May 30, 1974 If there ever was an American runner who had courage, guts and vision, Steve Prefontaine would have to be at the top of … Continue reading

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Can’t Wait to Get Started!

I’ll be heading out for a run soon.  I’m hungry. Not for breakfast, but for speed. Life is hard and figuring it all out requires a great deal of effort.  The past two days were “active rest”, meaning I didn’t … Continue reading

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Is Rest Under Rated?

Rest sometimes seems counter productive. Doing nothing could mean we are not advancing towards our goal. How can not advancing be a good thing? So we push ourselves.  We compromise. At least that’s my temptation. More is better, right? Well, … Continue reading

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World Record 400 Meters Video Story

Here is the video story of the fastest 400 meters ever run. It was done at the 1999 World Track & Field Championships, in Seville, by Michael Johnson. By the way, Michael Johnson currently holds the world records in both … Continue reading

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The Whole reason this is so Important

Derek Redmond was favored to win the 400 meters at the 1992 Olympics.  This video clip shows that no matter what the obstacles before you, you should still try to finish the race.  Never give up. Derek Redmond 1992 Barcelona … Continue reading

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Memorial Day

Today’s post at Lane 8 is actually going to be a post from www.junglejeff.net Make it a GREAT day.  Carpe diem, jeff noel 

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Slow Lane Sunday?

Slow Lane Sunday? OK, so yesterday morning, as I’m jogging out of our neighborhood, a dear friend and long-time neighbor was walking her two dogs. This neighbor attended our Son’s first Holy Communion on April 25.  She had dinner with … Continue reading

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Saturday Speedster?

Yesterday’s run was good.  Minimal pain while running. Afterwards, and throughout the day, some minor pain.  Compared to previous weeks, I think yesterday was a positive step. I also saw Helsinki flights under $1,000.  These positive signs are very timely. … Continue reading

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Will Friday Be Fast?

I sure hope so. Had active rest the past to days, meaning, no exercising.  Not even any stretching.  Complete rest. I just applied 4 grams of Voltaren Gel to my left foot.  It’s an anti-inflammatory that Dr. Wagner, my podiatrist, … Continue reading

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