Athletics Australia have announced the Australian Marathon team for London 2012. Sending the full compliment of 3 women; Jessica Trengove, Lisa Weightman & Benita Willis, and 3 men; Michael Shelley, Martin Dent & Jeff Hunt. It is a welcome return for Australian marathon running to have the full team of 6 runners after sending only 4 … [Read more...]
Tokyo is no party for Gebrselassie
February 28, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Today’s Tokyo marathon is a major event in the Japanese running calendar with more than 36,000 participants but almost all eyes were on Haile Gebrselassie. In what seemed his last chance to secure a place in the London Olympics Haile was expected to win, and challenge the course record, against a strong international field including last years … [Read more...]
Will ‘the Greatest’ rise again?
February 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Haile Gebrselassie, arguably the greatest distance runner of all time, is in the final chapters of his career as he fights for a place at the 2012 London Olympics. The Ethiopian, who already has 2 Olympic gold medals is the only man to successfully defend his Olympic 10,000m crown. However in 2012 it is the Olympic marathon that is in Haile’s … [Read more...]
IMP squad conquer the NYC marathon
November 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Once again Robert de Castella & the team at the Indigenous Marathon Project (IMP) have achieved 100% success as all 11 athletes finished their first marathon. Head coach Tim Rowe has done an amazing job with the athletes coming from across the country in some of the most remote communities in Australia. But the accolades must go out to all … [Read more...]
The fastest year ever!
November 8, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Marathons around the world are being swept up in a running boom. 2011 has been the best of all time. Of course the new World Record set by Patrick Makau in Berlin in September indicates this, but even more incredible is the results across all 5 of the world majors. The ‘World Marathon Majors’ includes the top 5 races (London, Boston, Chicago, … [Read more...]
Indigenous Marathon Project run the New York marathon again in 2011
November 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
History will once again be made in New York by the team at the Indigenous Marathon Project (IMP) led by Australian marathon legend Robert de Castella. Starting at 9:40 am on Sunday the 6th November (or early Monday morning for everyone in Australia) 11 amazing Indigenous athletes will participate in their first ever marathon… and not just any … [Read more...]
Recovery is key for the Marathon
July 15, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Crippled by a marathon?? Here are some tips to bounce back better after your next big race. Experienced runners & great coaches know marathons are all about preparation & recovery. Just arriving at the start line injury free & in great shape requires solid planning, training and most importantly recovery. It is no surprise that these … [Read more...]
Indigenous Marathon Project
November 3, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Following on from the earlier blog I have included some more information on the Indigenous Marathon Project for those who requested it. The Indigenous Marathon Project is an amazing initiative championed by Australian marathon legend Robert de Castella. A little over 12 months ago none of the 4 runners about to embark on the NY marathon had ever … [Read more...]
From little things big things grow
October 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Powering up the hill to Coogee past the Federal Sports Minister, Mark Arbib, Caleb Hart looks strong, light on his feet and ready for New York. Closely behind Juan Darwin and Charlie Maher cruise up the hill in one of their final runs on Australian soil before flying out on Monday to run the New York Marathon. On Sunday 7th November Caleb, Juan, … [Read more...]
Ironing out the wrinkles
October 27, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Thank goodness for the remedial massage, or otherwise my legs would be as tight as drum. Its no holiday on the table as the therapist pummels my calves, hamstrings, ITB’s, gluts and quads but it definitely relieves the tight muscles. In fact massage is a crucial element in my injury prevention strategy, especially when I’m training hard. Managing … [Read more...]
