Two more U.S. high school boys go sub-4, Drew Hunter and Michael Slagowski; two historic Olympic 1500 medals won in Rio by Matthew Centrowitz (gold) and Jenny Simpson (bronze); $480,000-plus record prize money awarded; third BBTM Grand Prix Tour sets records and more highlight banner year
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These three races don’t stand out as physical accomplishments; instead they each reflect a mental breakthrough and turning point.
Every so often a race leaves a lasting impact on you that’s far more than just a good time or a nice win. Over the past 14 years of my running...
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“We wanted to take advantage of the fact that we knew I was in incredible shape. You can't always show it in the rounds because they're little more tactical. So it's nice to just go and see it on paper.”
By Jeff Hollobaugh, Track & Field News
The homestretch battle in the OT 1500 between ...
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But 0.03 seconds doesn’t have to define me. The joy I receive through running and the people involved far outweighs that fraction of a second.
0.03 seconds is about the amount of time it takes to blink your eyes. It’s also the amount of time that separated me from becoming...
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Women's 1500m top 3 strongest in U.S. Olympic team history; Blankenship, Andrews and Martinez celebrate first Olympic berths; Centrowitz breaks Steve Scott's Olympic Trials meet record.
By Chris Chavez, Sports Illustrated
Less than half a second separated the third and fourth place finishers...
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I ran a 5:13 Mile in high school. I was a decent runner, I guess, but I had no idea I would enjoy it this much. I love running.
By Doug Donnelly, Daily Telegram Sports Writer
ANN ARBOR -- Talk about athletes who reach their full potential.
Amanda (Putt) Eccleston was an accomplished runner...
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Amanda Eccleston cruised to her victory in the Women’s Elite race, finishing in 4:36
By Chris Dobrowolski, The Record Eagle
Ian Boyle was finally able to win the 5/3 Bank Golden Mile. Boyle, who had never finished higher than fourth after running in the Golden Mile four of the last five...
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