Author Archives: seanv2

About seanv2

Scholar, gentleman, jock.

“The Community”: Cult or Spiritutal Seekers?

Posted on May 15, 2013

I’ve long been interested in the out edges of the running community – ultra runners, streak runners, and mega-mileage runners are all areas of the sport I’ve written about frequently.  A fascination with those willing to take the sport to … Continue reading →

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Promises to Myself

Posted on May 10, 2013

It’s always something. Last year, I battled injury after injury, unable to stay healthy for more than a month.  I barely cracked a thousand miles for the year.  I didn’t race at all.  This year, I’ve managed to stay healthy, … Continue reading →

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Boston on my mind

Posted on April 15, 2013

Very, very sad news from Boston today.   As far as I know, everyone I know who was in Boston today (including those who have filled out the BQ(Q) are safe. I’ll have more thoughts on this at a later … Continue reading →

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BQ(Q) – Craig

Posted on March 20, 2013

Here’s a fun one – a questionnaire from a guy fast enough to run Boston, but who has no interest in doing so.  Thanks for filling this out Craig! Name: Craig Sex: M  Age (at the time of first BQ): 33 Height … Continue reading →

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BQ(Q) – Wally D

Posted on March 12, 2013

“Consistency is the key.  Staying healthy and training smart pays off.” Wise words from Wally D. Thanks Wally for taking part! Name: Wally D Sex: M Age (at the time of first BQ):   35 Height:   6’1 Weight (at the time … Continue reading →

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BQ(Q) – Keith G

Posted on March 12, 2013

Keith G is a bigger guy, about my age, with a BQ. He was kind enough to answer these questions.  Thanks Keith! Your story is an inspiration! Name: Keith G Sex:  M Age (at the time of first BQ):  39 … Continue reading →

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BQ(Q) – Sarah

Posted on March 11, 2013

After I posted about this project on the Runnersworld forums, Sarah was kind enough to respond with her story.  Thanks for taking part, Sarah, have a great run in Boston! Name: Sarah Sex: F Age (at the time of first BQ): 40 … Continue reading →

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BQ(Q) – Doug O

Posted on March 11, 2013

Thanks to Doug O from my running club the Prospect Park Track Club for responding to the questionnaire.  Doug’s give a great overview of what it was like to qualify for Boston back in the late 80s when everyone was … Continue reading →

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Friday Inspiration – Yurt Dwelling Ultra Runner Fantasies

Posted on March 8, 2013

Ever have one of those months where you’ve spent so much time in the office that you start to forget what the park looks like?  Where you’re barely squeezing in a run on a treadmill late at night? And suddenly … Continue reading →

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BQ(Q) Jennifer B

Posted on March 7, 2013

Name: Jennifer B @jenbolstad Sex: Female Age (at the time of first BQ): 35 Height: 5’7″ Weight (at the time of first BQ): 128 At which marathon did you get your first BQ? What was your finishing time? Tell us a … Continue reading →

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