Daily News, Thurs, Sep 18

Very interesting: How MUT running effects testosterone levels.

I wish this post were longer: The importance of mind over matter on race day.

Cory got attacked by mosquitos on his run and dealt with it in a funny way. (I’m the same way with tics…can’t go on a summer run without getting one on me. Ugh.)

Aside from really wanting to do this race now, there’s some excellent advice on preparing for race day.

Five things she learned from crewing RunRabbitRun.

I’m the first to defend Dean when it’s called for, but this seems kinda lame.

But hey, speaking of the Spartathlon, stay tuned for a new podcast today! We interviewed Jon Olsen yesterday about his 100 mile record, coming to grips with what kind of athlete he could be, and what he’s expecting at the 152 mile Spartathlon next week.

Throwback Thursday Podcast and keepin’ with the theme: Dean Karnazes from a few years ago.

Gotta get on the road. Sorry for the short news day.

9 Responses to "Daily News, Thurs, Sep 18"

Mic Med says:

September 18, 2014 at 5:29 am

Read Dean’s books, met the dude, appreciate him for what he is. Even though I’m not really a fan of his, his books have inspired me more than reading Kilian’s, Jurek’s, or any other ultra guys blogs, they’re just dumb reading that gets you excited to get out and run a bunch of miles. Anyways, agreed that this new idea/book topic seems a bit lame, he’s running out of ideas at this point.

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Jenn Collins says:

September 18, 2014 at 7:00 am

The Midwest lost a fixture of the ultrarunning community this week.

http://www.silentsports.net/Content/Default/Active-Pursuit/Article/Tom-Bunk-beloved-Wisconsin-ultrarunner-dies-at-72/-3/77/2202

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Alex says:

September 18, 2014 at 7:58 am

The “primitive foods” thing… yeah… not the best idea. Not really that unique either, considering how many people now race with real food or starch supplements.

But whatever. Any gimmick beyond “run the race as fast as you can” does nothing for me.

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johnmelick says:

September 18, 2014 at 8:38 am

Is he also going to run wearing a toga and sandals? No hatred for Dean but that just seems so gimmicky.

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Paul says:

September 18, 2014 at 9:14 am

Dean should run Spartathlon in ancient shoes while he’s at it…

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Eric says:

September 18, 2014 at 6:13 pm

Dean can’t take a dump without people having an opinion. He’s a nice guy making a living off of running. I can’t think of anything better. Cut him some slack. Seems like he wants to have some fun in a race that has cultural ties to his family history. Good for him.

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1. eric schranz says:
  
  September 19, 2014 at 4:55 am
  
  Eric- Just as I regularly call out other runners for inventing silly stunts, I’m not going to treat him any differently. I’ve interviewed Dean, I’ve defended Dean, I’ve had breakfast with Dean, and he really is a heck of a nice guy (and far more of an accomplished runner than most give him credit for.) But this is still a lame thing to do.
  
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sara says:

September 18, 2014 at 8:52 pm

” training hard in these ancient ways.” BWAAAAAHHHAAAAA . ancient you are, Karnazes Dean.

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Peter says:

September 20, 2014 at 5:30 am

The ancient Greeks more or less invented good wine, didn’t they? With that in mind I think Dean left himself some wiggle room to have the best personal aid stations on the course. Maybe he just can’t talk openly about that part because of sponsors etc. 😉

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