Behold, the power of music. It can change a run. In fact, research has shown that affect improves and perceived exertion decreases when people listen to music during exercise (as opposed to sensory deprivation - not listening to music).
However, USA Track & Field (USATF), which oversees most marathons (as in, you want to run a marathon that's USATF certified - that way the course is officially 26.2 miles and the race is well-organized), officially banned the use of headphones last year. USATF cites safety concerns as well as a concern about music giving elite runners a competitive advantage. Many runners are unhappy about the ban, and the real rebels say they'll run with their music no matter what.
The Outer Banks Marathon website states:
Today we followed our Duke Gardens course, adding on some distance for our 90-minute run. I'd guess we did about 8 miles total. It was a good run. This week we add in a fourth workout, which can be cross-training or strength training.
Inspiring thought:
However, USA Track & Field (USATF), which oversees most marathons (as in, you want to run a marathon that's USATF certified - that way the course is officially 26.2 miles and the race is well-organized), officially banned the use of headphones last year. USATF cites safety concerns as well as a concern about music giving elite runners a competitive advantage. Many runners are unhappy about the ban, and the real rebels say they'll run with their music no matter what.
The Outer Banks Marathon website states:
- HEADPHONES AND IPODS: The OBX® Marathon follows USA Track and Field rules regarding the use of headphones and other equipment on the course. Rule 144, Section 3B states: The visible possession or use by athletes of video or audio cassette recorders or players, TV's, CD or DVD players, radio transmitters or receivers, mobile phones, computers or any similar devices in the competition area shall not be permitted.
- This rule will be enforced for runners competing for prize money.
Today we followed our Duke Gardens course, adding on some distance for our 90-minute run. I'd guess we did about 8 miles total. It was a good run. This week we add in a fourth workout, which can be cross-training or strength training.
Inspiring thought:
"The body does not want you to do this. As you run, it tells you to stop but the mind must be strong. You always go too far for your body. You must handle the pain with strategy...It is not age; it is not diet. It is the will to succeed."
Jacqueline Gareau
Jacqueline Gareau
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