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Lead Stories: Sunday, September 7, 2008

3-Time Champ Loken to Lead Trio of Elite Masters Women at More Marathon on Apr 6

Posted March 28th, 2008 at 10:00 AM by Martin Kennedy

Section: News & Results, Marathons, Masters

A trio of leading women over the age of 40 will headline a field of more than 7,000 runners expected to compete in the More® Magazine Marathon + Half-Marathon on Sunday, April 6, in New York’s Central Park, it was announced today by Mary Wittenberg, president and CEO of New York Road Runners. The fifth-annual event is the world’s first marathon exclusively for women over 40.

Two-time Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier Kelly Keeler Ramacier of St. Paul, MN, will take on the hills of Central Park for the first time in the marathon. Three-time defending More Marathon champion Susan Loken of Phoenix, AZ, will put in her final miles before competing in the U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Women’s Marathon on Sunday, April 20. Loken will team with reigning USA masters cross country champion Jody Hawkins of Frisco, TX, in the half-marathon. Runners will be vying for a $12,000 total prize purse, with the marathon winner and the top half-marathon team each earning $2,000.
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FINISH STRONG with TFS’s collection of famous quotes!

Posted September 14th, 2007 at 7:06 AM by Adam Jacobs

Section: Motivation, Famous Quotes, Special Features, Famous Quotes

From Jesse Owens to Dr. George Sheehan … from Steve Prefontaine to Sir Roger Banister … from ancient philosophers to runners just like you …

The Final Sprint has accumulated the most comprehensive anthology of motivational quotes to help you FINISH STRONG!

Pick out your favorites and read them before a big race or even choose one as your training credo!

Have one you want us to add?

No problem; just send an email to thefinalsprint@gmail.com!

Start Here . . . Finish Strong!
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Quote of the Day: 6/24/07

Posted June 24th, 2007 at 6:00 AM by Martin Kennedy

Section: Motivation, Famous Quotes

“Look forward to your runs as something you are doing for yourself!”

- Kim Alexis, supermodel

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Donate your old running shoes and help support the Shoe4Africa Foundation!

Posted June 7th, 2007 at 5:02 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: Announcements, Columns, SPOTLIGHT

Have an extra or old pair of shoes lying around?
Want to support a worthy cause and do something to better the lives of those who need your help the most?

If so, then please consider joining 2007 World XC Champion Lornah Kiplagat, female running pioneer Kathrine Switzer, actor Anthony Edwards, two-time London Marathon winner Martin Lel, supermodel runner Kim Alexis and a host of other running icons and celebrities in supporting the Shoe4Africa Foundation; a non-profit organization committed to supporting programs, individuals, and events that create opportunity, enhance self-esteem, and increase health awareness in East Africa.

For more information and to make a contribution, check out the following video and please visit: www.shoe4africa.org

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TFS Interview: Olympic medalist Shannon Miller talks about running 26.2

Posted November 13th, 2006 at 7:00 AM by Adam Jacobs

Section: News & Results, Marathons, Special Features, Interviews

Only a week removed from her final gymnastics performance, Shannon Miller completed her very first marathon; running all 26.2 miles at the 2006 ING New York City Marathon. The seven-time Olympic medalist had confessed to being quite nervous when I spoke to her two days before the race at Tavern on the Green. However, when it came time to perform, Shannon, as per usual, rose to the occasion.

Shannon and I spoke again a few days after the race and she reflected on her experience in NYC and life after gymnastics:

1. So you did it! You ran your first marathon! How was it and how do you feel now?

It was amazing. It was just so weird you know, because I finished and felt great. I really felt good throughout the entire marathon. My legs were a little sore, but nothing horrible. I had heard all these horror stories about blisters and cramps. I didn’t have any of that, but after my excitement wore off a bit and some time had passed after I crossed the finish line – I really started to feel it. My ankles, everything, haha. But that’s OK - I had such a good time. Read the rest of this entry »

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TFS Interview: Kim Alexis, supermodel and marathon runner

Posted November 12th, 2006 at 8:00 AM by Adam Jacobs

Section: News & Results, Marathons, Special Features, Interviews

This week I had the opportunity to speak with supermodel Kim Alexis about running in this years ING New York City Marathon and her love for fitness.

Most people know Kim because of her captivating beauty, and for good reason. She has served as the Revlon spokesperson, appeared on over 500 magazine covers, including six Sports Illustrated swimsuit editions, and the very term “supermodel” was created because of her. However, there is a lot more to Kim than just her looks. She has used her intellect and rare talents as an actress, broadcaster and television host. Kim continues to demonstrate her passion and dedication by speaking out about women’s issues and, of course, in being a wonderful wife and mother.

1. Kim, we appreciate you taking the time to tell our readers about running in the this year’s NYC Marathon, your eighth marathon to date. I know you have always been a fitness enthusiast, but what motivated you to get into marathon running?

I swam all through junior and senior high school. I never ran cross country. I used to see them train and wonder how they could run 3 miles! But, I had a friend who came up from Miami to run the Jacksonville marathon in 1985, he asked me to run part of the race. I had never run more than 10 miles or maybe a half marathon on a tread mill. I overheard my husband at the time and my friend whisper, “She’s never going to make it!” and that’s all it took. I ran the whole thing with him and finished in about 4:24. (I ran as Kim Stockton, but Runner’s World had looked it up and figured it out). Read the rest of this entry »

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