I've been missing for awhile because I've developed a new addiction called the Beijing Olympics. I was basically pulled in at the opening ceremonies because they were absolutely spectacular. After that night, I've pretty much been running and then coming home and watching the Olympics (my dishes and laundry have been completely neglected). I've watched Michael Phelps win 8 gold medals to beat Mark Spitz's record. I am still amazed watching the athletic ability necessary for water polo. I saw Nastia Lukin and Shawn Johnson go one two, respectively, in the women's gymnastics all around final. I also was an unfortunate witness to Deena Kastor getting a DNF in the women's olympic marathon due to a broken foot before the 5K mark. A 38 year old woman ended up winning that event - the oldest woman to win that event. A 41 year old woman, Dana Torres, is also competing in this years Olympics in the sprint swimming events. I also saw Shalane Flanagan win the bronze medal in the women's 10,000 meters. I am just so into the Olympics this year; more so than any other year. I think it might be due in part to the fact that I have my own personal athletic goal right now and so I feel like I can sort of sympathize with them right now. I just hope that my training culminates with a great moment - my own Olympic moment. A moment of glory.
Training Note: All training is going well. I'm feeling strong and fast. I have a little thing going on with my knee right now, but I'm working with my coach on it and we'll hopefully get things turned around soon.
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Beijing & Other Updates
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Did you know the fireworks display at the Opening Ceremonies was fake? It was done digitally, so tv viewers were able to see them, but no one at the actual ceremonies did. They had to do it that way because with all the smog, etc. you wouldn't have been able to see them if you were there.
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