marathon

For the first time since the 2000 Sydney Olympics, Canada will be represented in the men’s Olympic marathon at this summer’s games in London. With three athletes en route to the UK, it’s considered the largest men’s marathon contingent Canada has sent to the games since 1996.

It was a flight of stairs that changed it all for Rich Roll. On the eve of his fortieth birthday, Rich stood panting half way up the stairs to bed. It was then, sweat forming on his head, he realized it was time to change.

For once in my life, I managed to keep my mouth shut. I’ve written a fair bit about my recent LA Marathon experiences, but here is something interesting that happened when I wasn’t hurting myself in pursuit of middle-aged glory.

Fitness expert James Fell shares his first-hand experience of running a marathon.

The New Year is almost here. Put down the beer and lend an ear. Don’t fear, I can — and that’s just about enough of that.