Archive for January 2007
About me
I’m a runner who is currently living and training in the Washington D.C. area. I’m training with a post collegiate group (DC elite) trying to give running at a high level a shot. My Running accomplishments and PR’s are listed below. In addition to running, I’m currently completing my Masters in Exercise Science at George Mason…
Read MoreRunning Times Article and why scientists get it wrong.
First off, a shorttraining update. Going very well. I’ve had some solid workouts and am just getting into the swing of things. Right now I’m putting together the outdoor schedule, but it looks like for big meets I’ll try and head to Mt. SAC, one of the nashville meets, another Cali meet, and who knows…
Read MoreMy Training books ranked!
I get asked about what training books to read, so I’ve decided to come up with a list of the top training (textbooks excluded) books I’ve read. It’s a subjective list but to add some objectivity my rankings will take into account how many pages of notes I took when reading the book (I have…
Read MoreCoaching
I coach or have coached several individuals ranging from beginning High Schoolers runners to a sub 4min miler post collegiate runner. If you are interested in being coached by me contact me through e-mail (sjm1368@yahoo.com). I am only interested in coaching those athletes who I’m the right fit for. Cost varies depending on your situation and in…
Read MoreSooooooo Cold……Hall is the man
It is cold, very cold for a southerner. Alright, maybe it’s not that bad but I HATE having to bundle up and put on all sorts of clothes to just get out and run. The freezing rain really doesn’t make things much better. But enough complaining. A quick update. Back to normal after getting over…
Read Morebeing sick, Track racing schedule, treadmill physiology testing
Well training was going real well until a day or two ago when I got sick. It’s not that bad but just leaves me feeling sluggish. So just easy mileage at recovery paces until I get over whatever it is. It’s tough to take down time when things have been going so well but it’s…
Read MoreLactate Threshold….what the heck is it?
I’ve decided to post some writings I’ve done on a couple training aspects. I’ll try and post more periodically and hopefully they help some people out. If you have any questions, e-mail me or leave them under the comments section at the end. The idea behind the following articles is to look at a couple…
Read MoreHawaii
I’ve been in Hawaii for a bit now on a family vacation which means limited computer access.It’s been pretty fun and all but the running is killing me. The hardest part is the second run of the day. It’s hellishly tough some days to get that second run in after already running in the morning…
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