Nova Marathon Challenge

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Nova Marathon Challenge

I found an interesting program on PBS.com entitled the “Nova Marathon Challenge.”   The series chronicles the nine-month journey of 13 sedentary people, aged 22-60, through a training program to prepare them for the 111th Boston Marathon.  Tufts University coach Donald Megrele and three-time Boston Marathon winner, Uta Pippig, lead the group.  What I like most about the program is you receive a peek into how running has changed (and in many cases, saved) the lives its participants.  Putting aside races, competition, pacing, etc., increasing your fitness level and self-esteem are the greatest gifts running can give.

Below is a highlight clip and link to the full program.

Nova Marathon Challenge