My first marathon taught me the importance of setting goals. Completing the Abbott World Marathon Majors taught me that you can achieve your goals and make your dreams come true if you have the courage to let go of your limiting beliefs. The Abbott World Marathon Majors (WMM) is a series consisting of six of […]

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I love running, and I also love talking about running. I often go on at length if someone asks me how my training has been going or where I am planning to run my next marathon. However, there are topics that make my face twitch and the conversation come to an abrupt end. Here’s a […]

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In addition to requiring a high level of fitness, long-distance running calls for effective mind management. This is particularly true of marathons, where your body is so low on energy after a certain point that only a strong belief in your performance will take you to the finishing line. This is easier said than done, […]

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Running improves your learning and concentration. You get fit and lose weight, and your whole life seems to run more smoothly and effortlessly. The positives are countless; however, based on personal experience, I maintain that running can also make you stupid. Consider this: My ankle has been hurting for months, and it usually becomes worse […]

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