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Lead Stories: Thursday, August 28, 2008

2008 Olympian Ryan Hall’s Introspective and London Marathon Workout Video

Posted April 9th, 2008 at 1:30 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: News & Results, Marathons, Motivation, Movies, Olympics

The video documentary embedded below was released on GodTube and sent to us late last night by producer and elite American distance runner Josh Cox. It features 2008 U.S. Olympic marathoner Ryan Hall as he embarks on a nearly 24 mile marathon simulation run around Big Bear Lake; the most challenging training run in his preparation for this Sunday’s Flora London Marathon.

In the inspiring and profoundly spiritual documentary, Hall expresses heart-felt sentiments about the purpose of his running, World Vision, what fuels his inner drive, his intense devotion to faith and the desire to encourage and motivate others. There are also a few lighter moments, such as Hall’s conversations with his wife, Sara, about “finally cutting his hair” after London, as well as, several deeply personal dialogues, including a scene where Hall tells his supporters:

“I would really appreciate any of you guys who want to be praying for me to strive together with me as it talks about in Romans 15:30. Strive together with me in your prayers … It’s the way that you can not only watch this video but you can also participate in the race with me.”

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On the Web: Fukushi’s Dramatic Finish at Osaka Marathon

Posted January 28th, 2008 at 10:30 AM by David Monti

Section: News & Results, Marathons

Not surprisingly, the video of Kayoko Fukushi finishing yesterday’s Osaka International Marathon has made its way to YouTube. It’s tough to watch an athlete struggle like this, but it really shows her toughness. Take a look.

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Note on the News: Walt Disney World Marathon Video

Posted January 14th, 2008 at 12:00 PM by David Monti

Section: News & Results, Marathons

If you would like to get a feel for yesterday’s Walt Disney World Marathon, you can view a video release the organizers posted on YouTube.

The video lasts about five minutes and can be found at the following link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRDtfXiT5xQ

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VIDEO: High Schooler Crawls to Cross Country Finish Line After Breaking Leg

Posted November 16th, 2007 at 10:00 AM by David Monti

Section: News & Results, Cross Country, High School

A high schooler in Ohio, Claire Markwardt, sustained multiple broken bones in her leg in the final few meters of the Ohio State cross country meet two weeks ago. Not to let down her team, she crawled to the finish line.

Read the incredible story at ESPN.com and/or watch the video below.

WARNING: Please be advised that the video accompanying this story of Claire Markwardt’s fall might be unsettling for some viewers.

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Fuel Your Inner Fire
With This Distance
Running Video Montage

Posted September 25th, 2007 at 8:28 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: News & Results, Running & Training, Motivation, Track & Field, Olympics

The next time you find yourself dragging, have a bad workout, or just flat out feel the need to fuel you inner fire and love for running - take a few minutes to watch this motivational, distance running montage:

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