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- What Competiting In The World Championships Looks Like (If You Are Me) – Ask Lauren Fleshman
Ever wonder what goes through the mind of a professional athlete at a big event? Lauren writes about her 5000m experience at the recent Daegu World Championships in wonderfully vivid detail (thanks Jo for the link!). - Why This Goddess Loves To Run – Shrinking Jill
Jill shares her thoughts on being a slower runner: “Athena was the goddess of many things, including Wisdom, Strategy and Strength. Her best buddy was Nike, goddess of Victory. I’m happy to be associated with either of these lovely ladies, I’m happy to be slow, and I’m happy to be a runner.” - Dear Non-Runners – Racing It Off
“Yes, I have less than 10 toenails. No, it doesn’t hurt or bother me” – I’m sure all you runners can relate to this list! - Running List of Tips – Jack Sh*t, Gettin’ Fit
“After each run, I like to stretch my muscles and the truth about how far/fast I went.”