Regional Features
The Art of Coaching—Making Corrections: Cues, Clues and Adjustments
November/December 2008 / By Dave Nielsen. Coaching is both a science and an art. It requires the ability to assess and assist in the acquisition of skills paramount to success. Science provides insight and direction in regard to mechanics, physiology, psychology and learning. Art involves the effective application of this wealth of knowledge to individual athletes and/or the team.
Forest Park Cross Country Festival Draws Teams from 75 High Schools
November/December 2008 By Ben Rosario. Two years ago a September cross country tradition was born when the gun went off at the inaugural Forest Park Cross Country Festival. From the outset, the meet distinguished itself with an announcer, music, Euro-style course and fan-friendly atmosphere.
Women Battle to the End at Kansas City Marathon
November/December 2008 by Jeff Birnbaum. KANSAS CITY—After nearly 3 hours and 26.2 miles of pain, sweat and exhaustion, it came down to this. Rael Murrey and Megan Earney racing toward the finish line of the Waddell & Reed Kansas City Marathon on Oct. 18 stride for stride, mustering every ounce of recycled energy in one last effort to capture the victory.
Inspiration at the Lake St. Louis Triathlon
November/December 2008 / By James Feher. It’s easy to find stories of inspiration at any triathlon, from the elite athletes who regularly win the events, to the age groupers who have trained for months to get a Personal Record, to those who are doing their very first triathlon event.
But I Trained so Hard! Why Race Directors Sometimes Pull the Plug even When You’re Ready to Race
November/December 2008 / By Drew Langenberg. Most of us have been there before. You get out of bed, hyped and ready race. You’ve paid the registration fee, trained for months and told all of your friends how you’re going to set a new Personal Record. You’re going cross that finish line with your arms up even in a driving rain.
Kansas City Smoke Takes Top Spot at USATF National Club Track & Field Championships
September/October 2008 By Shawn Love. OLATHE—At 11 a.m. on Friday, July 18, the thud of a hammer hit the ground at Kansas University, and the “Battle for Middle Earth” had begun!
Coffee with Coach: Is More ($) Better?
September/October 2008 By Mike Arenberg. When it comes to training I’m often asked, “Is more better?” Recently I was asked an additional question regarding equipment for triathlons: “Is more faster?” No other topic is more confusing or contentious than equipment used in triathlons, especially in regard to swimming and cycling. Is a $5,000 bike truly faster than a $1,500 bike?
Interest in Triathlons on the Rise in Missouri
September/October 2008 By Drew Langenberg. “Growing like crazy.” That’s how Ultramax owner Mark Livesay describes triathlon in Missouri. Most in the sport feel the same. It’s growing so fast, you can feel the excitement when they talk about it.
Q & A With Sarah Haskins
September/October 2008 By James Feher. Contributing writer James Feher had the opportunity to interview Sarah Haskins, already in Beijing, in July.
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