May 16, 2011
by Sean Brown
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“Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue.” Yes, I realize this saying is related to weddings and it’s typically reserved for the bride, but it seems appropriate for my race report for the Toronto Marathon, so I’m stealing it. … Continue reading
May 9, 2011
by Sean Brown
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I realize that given my recent issue at the Flying Pig Marathon, it seems crazy to think that I’d immediately turn around and sign up for another. But I have. Today I confirmed my registration for the Toronto Marathon which … Continue reading
May 4, 2011
by Sean Brown
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A couple of months ago, I found and posted a funny picture of a running t-shirt a friend had pointed out to me. The irony will become apparent as you read. Sunday morning, May 1st, started early. While my alarm was … Continue reading
April 13, 2011
by Sean Brown
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It’s almost time to taper. As of Sunday, April 10th, I finished my last truly long run of this marathon training cycle. When I was training for the Chicago Marathon (my first) last fall, I only had two 20 mile … Continue reading
March 25, 2011
by Sean Brown
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A little over a year ago, I wrote about reaching a “new normal” pace. Up until that point, I had been struggling for quite a while to get past the 9:00/mile barrier, but once I did, that pace became normal … Continue reading
March 20, 2011
by Sean Brown
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I coach my younger son’s 9 and under travel baseball team. When my assistant coaches and I talk about coaching these kids, we talk a lot about confidence. You can take the boy with the most talent, the best technique, … Continue reading
March 11, 2011
by Sean Brown
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Sorry. Far too funny (and true) not to post. I wish I could give proper attribution for the creator of this shirt, but I’m not sure who created it.
March 10, 2011
by Sean Brown
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I’m a drummer. I probably haven’t mentioned it, but I am. I used be pretty good when I was younger. I can tell you that one of my favorite things to play was the cadence. The cadence is the rhythm … Continue reading
March 1, 2011
by Sean Brown
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Before our Ragnar Del Sol team left for the race, Zensah was kind enough to supply the whole team with Zensah Calf Sleeves, to help us all with recovery in between and after our runs. Now, I have to admit … Continue reading
February 27, 2011
by Sean Brown
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“Where’s the Damn Van?!” Where’s the Damn Van was the name we chose for a team of 12 runners running in the Ragnar Del Sol 2011 Relay. It’s a race that covers roughly 200 miles through the desert in the … Continue reading