Monthly Archives: April 2011

yang

Posted on April 15, 2011 by gary

They’re not just shoes. After one run in balloon shoes, I pull on the new Piranhas. No particular reason. I just need a change. I need a spark. Nothing says kick in the butt like a fast shoe. Road? Stress? … Continue reading →

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yin

Posted on April 14, 2011 by gary

They’re just shoes. After a million miles in an endless series of racing flats, I pull on a pair of asics Cumulus balloon shoes. No particular reason. I just need a change. I need a little insulation. From the road. … Continue reading →

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Ryan and me

Posted on April 13, 2011 by gary

Have you seen this video? If not, watch it and class will reconvene thereafter. Ryan Hall workout It’s a guy following Hall around on the day of a key marathon-pace run before Boston. But I was struck by the astonishing … Continue reading →

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Just another evening conversation, Part 1

Posted on April 10, 2011 by gary

Mo: I bought you a big bag of Cheetos. It says they’re gluten-free. Me: Thanks! Mo: But there are only 15 left. Me: Oh. Mo: I packed you some grapes instead. Me: Oh.

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Running tip

Posted on April 5, 2011 by gary

15 percent. 20 percent if it’s a particularly good run. Glad I could help.

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