We had 31 hale and hearty athletes show up for track work last night. Several will be competing at the Half Iron man in KC this weekend, Giddyup!
A new twist this year has been my joining the group for the workouts. I’ve never asked anyone to do something I haven’t done or been willing to do myself. Leading by example, modeling the pursuit of individual excellence. Most everyone has been a little shocked and awed by what I bring to my workouts. The same driving, encouraging, grumbling and loving force that has led them for 3 years now out there demonstrating where the fire comes from. No deeper reward in running than helping others achieve their dreams. I’m blessed to be trusted with these charges, these runners that aspire to experience their own personal excellence.
Especially rewarding given the early Funny Pages hurdles I had to clear concerning my ability to coach and teach (and race direct, ad nauseum). I’ve got 109 pages of that vitriol archived. It helps keep me motivated to do my Very Best for the Nebraska Running community. I forgive very grudgingly, I never forget. It will likely end up as an entire chapter in my autobiography.
BIG BLUE RUN 5K for Prostate Cancer Awareness this weekend? Hope it is on your schedule. The entries continue to come in and we also have race day registration. Prostate Cancer touches 1 in every 6 Men. Is there a more Worthy cause? We will build this event to the magnitude of the Race For The Cure or the Corporate Cup before I’m finished, promise.
John Walker, New Zealand great that helped define my generation. Rod Dixon is pictured with Walker on the cover of “KIWIS CAN FLY”. Long hair and short shorts ruled the day.
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