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Author: Paul Radcliffe
August 24, 2012
Photo with Levar Burton and More!
Totally not related to running at all, but I wanted to share this photo. Today I went to Fan Expo in Toronto with my friends Mei Ling Chen and Norman Goh. While there, we took a picture with Levar Burton! I remember him best as Geordi La Forge on the TV series Star Trek: The Next Generation. He was the Chief Engineer on the U.S.S. Enterprise (NCC-1701-D). I think the character he portrayed helped shape my decision to become an engineer myself. It was a real honour to meet him and take a picture with him. Of course, I[…continue reading]
August 22, 2012
High Intensity Time
After successfully pacing A Midsummer Night’s Run, I have a great boost in motivation. You could say I have a new wind in my sails (or wings…) I’ve been having delusions of grandeur of doing really well at the Walt Disney World Half-Marathon this year. Wouldn’t it be awesome to stand on the podium!? However, a quick look at last year’s results quickly bring me back to earth. I would have to finish the half-marathon in less than 1:15 to stand a chance. I’ve never even broken 2:00 for a half-marathon yet! Such flights of fancy aren’t entirely wasteful. Rather[…continue reading]
August 21, 2012
A Midsummer Night’s Run 2012 Race Report
Date Event Goal Time Chip Time Gun Time 2012/08/18 A Midsummer Night’s Run 3:30:00 3:30:48.1 3:31:29.3 This is my second time running A Midsummer Night’s Run. When I ran it last year it was way too hot and I had a major stomach issue. This year, I was hoping that I could finish strong and enjoy a fun, catered training run. I wasn’t looking for a personal best, and I’m still pretty happy with my 3:16 30k from Around the Bay this spring. I imagine that pacing is a nice way to keep myself under control while still pushing[…continue reading]
