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When we listen to the leaders of WADA (World Anti-Drug Agency) and USADA (U.S. Anti-Drug Agency) on what is actually happening in the wonderful world of drug testing, all the rhetoric is enough to turn your mind to mush.
The January 24 release of the film Spirit of the Marathon will mark the culmination of four years of film making. But really, the movie is almost 15 years in the making.
The race for the win at the 2007 Ford Ironman World Championship is over. Chris McCormack and Chrissie Wellington were crowned champions. But who are the folks that balance their work and their families with their passion for the Ironman? Along with photographer Rich Cruse, we sought to capture a cross section of age-group participants who do just that.
So what’s the secret behind Will Gadd’s success on the rocks, ice, in the air and underground? I recently caught up with Gadd to talk about various aspects of his life of adventure.
With the four kids tucked safely in bed, Scott Kaplan would plop in front of the television, taking in the Padres. His in-game snack? A dozen DoubleStuf Oreo cookies.
Okay. You’ve chased the perfect turn down the trails of beautiful ski resorts for years. It has been a blast. Still is, but...Maybe this season, it’s time to take the next step.
Chris McCormack had won every major triathlon on the planet except the one he wanted the most. On Saturday, October 13, on his sixth try, he finally got the monkey off his back when he put together the perfect race, held off Craig Alexander and won the Ford Ironman World Championship.
The rare athlete will remember that feeling and devote his/her life to sharing it with others. Rutland, Vt. resident Steve Lulek is an example of such an athlete.
Check out our gear picks for summer fun and travel like the Therm-a-Rest Comfort System to keep you cozy when you're camping.
How you can learn to control that adrenaline rush and use it to your advantage on race day.
