Article: Taking Time Off (www.irunfar.com)
A Case for Fallow Seasons...
Casual runners aren't wearing Nikes? Oh the shock. (www.oregonlive.com)
For most folks, once they’re semi-regular runners, cost and turnover of shoes becomes a factor....
Article: Data On Things Boston Qualifers Do Similarly (www.outsideonline.com)
“I]f you’re searching for an elusive BQ, here’s what the data show: slow your runs down, choose your course wisely, shoot for a negative split, and remember that practice makes perfect. It may take a couple of marathons to get it absolutely right, but that experience will be invaluable.”
Kelvin Kiptum breaks a world record in his U.S. marathon debut (www.npr.org)
Record Heat Cancels Major Minnesota Races (kroc.com)
Saturday saw record highs fall in Rochester and in the Twin Cities....
On a camping holiday - managed a short run. Better than not doing one. (www.relive.cc)
Kipchoge celebrates 5th time winning the Berlin Marathon (www.instagram.com)
Article: GPS Watch? No Thanks. Top Runners Are Ditching the Data. (www.nytimes.com)
"[Heather MacLean, an Olympic 1,500-meter runner] realized her watch was draining the fun from her runs. It was especially apparent to her during a low-key stretch when she was simply trying to build fitness....
Today I improved my personal best by 1km/h. (kbin.social) German
To be fair I was well rested and since the heatwave is over I didn't have to fight the environment as much (although it rained and I was properly soaked and heavy)....