I can’t even imagine what it’s like to run for 5 or 6 hours.
BILL RODGERSI can’t even imagine what it’s like to run for 5 or 6 hours.
BILL RODGERSI often lose motivation, but it’s something I accept as normal.
BILL RODGERSA change of pace in terms of your running pace will give you strength psychologically.
BILL RODGERSThe 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 RODGERSPersonally, I always felt times aren’t so excellent as are performances.
BILL RODGERSI believe in keeping running simple and, in regard to shoes, that would mean no gimmicks, unnecessary cushioning, etc
BILL RODGERSHowever, I’ve also trained as much as 130 miles per week during periods when I worked a full-time job. It ultimately becomes second nature. It becomes a habit, a routine part of your daily life
BILL RODGERSI believe you’ll develop speed via strength work which includes hill running, either repeats, or running hilly courses as the Kenyans do on a steady basis
BILL RODGERSAge 50 is a lot tougher than 40s
BILL RODGERSYou cannot always run at your best.
BILL RODGERSEvery time I bomb out, I have to come back. I have a feeling after a bad race that my next one will be good.
BILL RODGERSHills are terrific for running
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.
BILL RODGERSAiming for the marathon is a task of sorts which can include terrific highs and lows.
BILL RODGERSEvery race is totally different.
BILL RODGERSRunners…you’re competitive, but you want to have fun, too. You want to enjoy life. And runners really get to do that, I think-after we recover.
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