The advice I have for beginners is the same philosophy that I have for runners of all levels of experience and ability — consistency, a sane approach, moderation and making your running an enjoyable, rather than dreaded, part of your life.
BILL RODGERSThe marathon can humble you.
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The advice I have for beginners is the same philosophy that I have for runners of all levels of experience and ability — consistency, a sane approach, moderation and making your running an enjoyable, rather than dreaded, part of your life.
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Running is a very natural activity. If you get too caught up, you find yourself constantly seeking to make running something that it isn’t.
BILL RODGERSRunning is a very natural activity. If you get too caught up, you find yourself constantly seeking to make running something that it isn’t.
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My biggest weakness as a endurance athlete has been in not drinking enough water after training, thereby racing sometimes while dehydrated.
BILL RODGERSMy biggest weakness as a endurance athlete has been in not drinking enough water after training, thereby racing sometimes while dehydrated.
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I often lose motivation, but it’s something I accept as normal.
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Always take the long term view and train and race smart, with a bit of caution.
BILL RODGERSAlways take the long term view and train and race smart, with a bit of caution.
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Hills are terrific for running
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I believe in keeping running simple and, in regard to shoes, that would mean no gimmicks, unnecessary cushioning, etc
BILL RODGERSI believe in keeping running simple and, in regard to shoes, that would mean no gimmicks, unnecessary cushioning, etc
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Don’t feel guilty about driving somewhere nice to run. If people can drive to a park to eat hot dogs, you can drive there to run.
BILL RODGERSDon’t feel guilty about driving somewhere nice to run. If people can drive to a park to eat hot dogs, you can drive there to run.
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The starting line of the New York Marathon is kind of like a giant time bomb behind you about to go off. It is the most spectacular start in sport.
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Having your goal to focus on is key, but don’t let it become more important than your excellence next year and the year after.
BILL RODGERSHaving your goal to focus on is key, but don’t let it become more important than your excellence next year and the year after.
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Age 50 is a lot tougher than 40s
BILL RODGERSAge 50 is a lot tougher than 40s
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I ran my fastest marathon in the rain.
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