By Stephen Mazzone, MileSplit.com
Back in the fall of 2007, HBO aired a moving documentary about distance runner and U.S. Olympian Joseph “Lopez” Lomong. It told the story of the terrifying early life of the African native, who was kidnapped at the age of 6 by rebel soldiers of the Sudan People...
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Debut event draws Mile Maniacs to Danish-centric California community
By David Monico, The Mile wire
SOLVANG, Calif. – (October 6, 2012) – Perfect race temperatures and a warm Danish community greeted the elite Men's Mile field toeing the line at The Solvang Mile on Saturday morning. At the...
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By Nickolas Velliquette, Flotrack
Running drills are important for a runner as they help to improve a runner's stride length, stride frequncy, running technique, form, physical resiliency, etc.
Ryan Ponsonby (coach of Olympic Silver Medalist, Leo Manzano) takes you through a series of running...
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From an elite men's Mile field to first-time racers, there is something for everyone in this charming Danish-centric community
By Bring Back the Mile
SOLVANG, Calif. - In a village known for its Danish, fairy tale-esque charm, nestled in California wine country (think the movie Sideways and a...
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