Interesting read over on LetsRun.com. Lauren Fleshman was forced to remove a temporary tattoo prior to the start of the NYC Marathon on Sunday http://www.letsrun.com/forum/flat_read.php?thread=4304149&page=1 . And another good link: http://trackandfieldathletesassociation.org/news.php?id=39
In a nutshell the IAAF (International Association of Athletic Federations) has begun imposing rules on its member organizations–The U.S. Olympic Committee here in the States- which then passes the regulations onto its national governing bodies (USA Track & Field in this case). As a result there have been sweeping changes in what you can and cannot wear/display at not only our USA National Championships, but any World Marathon Major, such as New York City. http://www.usatf.org/About/Privacy—Other-Policies/Uniform-Guidelines.aspx
This might seem far out of the realm of concern for most of us, but not really. I’m used to working within the bureaucratic machinery but I have to admit this one was a bit of a surprise. I first found out after receiving a call from our athlete at the USA 10 Mile National Champs last month after she was informed her uniform was “Out of compliance”. The new regulations limiting the size of club logos, and the appearance of sponsors logos, have a bunch of us club administrators scrambling and asking questions. Not only are the singlets being inspected but socks, bags, hats, gloves, jackets, sunglasses, and every piece of apparel are now being checked to meet these IAAF mandated standards. Stay tuned.
Another sad story over on LetsRun concerning an old friend of mine that went down a darker road. Liza Hunter-Galvan used to run my races back in Texas. The New Zealand native made the 2008 Olympic Marathon Team for her homeland and was subsequently busted for EPO. Her ban is up but she continues to deal with the ramifications of her poor decision. Truly sad.
I’ve been trying to love my Brooks Pure Connect and think I’ve finally gotten it figured out. I removed the insole which was providing too much arch support and replaced it with the insole from my Racer STs. Viola!
Thanks to Dave Seevers and Jody & Rodney Green for all the great photos this fall! I hardly ever remember to cite your work but it is always appreciated!
Going to move up our Omaha Endurance Group Wednesday night gathering to 6:15 tonight at the Upstream Brewery. Welcome one and all, we will be taking on all the major issues affecting mankind today.
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