Thanks to Wejo of LetsRun.com for pointing this out. At the 2008 Penn Relays, Stanford’s Alicia Follmar took a hard fall on the leadoff leg of the women’s distance medley. While she was on the ground, Follmar took a spike to the head but got up to finish a gutsy 3rd. Check out the skin … [Read more...] about Blood Sweat and Tears – Penn Relays 2008
Archives for April 2008
Are the Foods You Are Eating Keeping You in Pain?
During the summer in the Pacific Northwest, we do get our fair share of mosquitoes, and one of my tips to reduce the pain and inflammation is taking Omega 3 supplements. Lots of it. I didn't realize it at the time until I contacted Jesse Cannone, and he mentioned trying an "Anti-Inflammatory … [Read more...] about Are the Foods You Are Eating Keeping You in Pain?
Some Great 4×400 Relays this Weekend
The 4x400 meter relay is arguably the most exciting event in Track and Field. This weekend was no exception. The Oregon Relays Check out the number of lead changes in this 4x400m video hosted by Runnerspace. We are so use to seeing USA dominate (annihilate?) the competition at … [Read more...] about Some Great 4×400 Relays this Weekend
August is Masters Championships Month
August is Masters Month! These Championship provides competition in most events for Masters Men and Women aged 35 years and over, and "sub-masters" aged 30-34. Here are 3 great Track meets to choose from if your not going to Beijing: Canadian Masters Championships in Regina August 1-3, … [Read more...] about August is Masters Championships Month
1968: Black Americans or Negro Americans?
Here is a video clip from the CBC archives. The video shows Tommie Smith and John Carlos being interviewed immediately after their 1968 Olympic "Black Power" salute from their Gold and Bronze medal in the 200 meters. They were ordered by the IOC to leave the Olympic Village within 48 … [Read more...] about 1968: Black Americans or Negro Americans?
A Guide to Vitamin B12 Supplements
In January, I wrote 2 articles on Vitamin B12 Deficiency Debate and Why is Vitamin B12 the Scapegoat. Mitch Pellecchia of VitaCost.com submitted this article, along with several others with topics ranging from Protein Powders, Amino Acids, and Essential Fatty Acids and Fish Oil. I like the fact … [Read more...] about A Guide to Vitamin B12 Supplements
Draftguys TV: The Secrets of the 40-Yard Dash
The 2008 NFL Draft will be held April 26-27. Millions of fans tune in to the NFL Draft, but many of us have never had a chance to see more than a handful of the players selected each year... until now! Draftguys TV gives football fans over 40 in-depth player profiles breaking down practice … [Read more...] about Draftguys TV: The Secrets of the 40-Yard Dash
Who Needs Rabbits? Video of Filbert Bayi 1500m WR
My all time favorite race without rabbits is the 1974 Commonwealth Games 1500 meters in Christchurch, New Zealand. Filbert Bayi's set a world record of 3.32.2 beating New Zealand's John Walker in the process. Bayi opened up a first lap 54.9 and ran from start to finish in first place, with … [Read more...] about Who Needs Rabbits? Video of Filbert Bayi 1500m WR
Post-Workout Recovery Drinks and Fat Loss
I am very big on post-workout recovery drinks. Why? Because my commute back home from the track is 20-30 minutes. And by the time dinner is ready, we are looking at up to 2 hours from the end of the workout to sitting down at the dinner table. Certainly not good for the Glycogen synthase window … [Read more...] about Post-Workout Recovery Drinks and Fat Loss
Darren McFadden 4.27 40 Yard Dash
The Miami Dolphins will make the first choice of the 2008 NFL Draft on April 26-27. If they don't pick running back Darren McFadden (aka "D-Mac") from Arkansas, they should fire their whole executive staff. At least pick him, and trade him if necessary. In my opinion, he's the most talented … [Read more...] about Darren McFadden 4.27 40 Yard Dash
