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Olympic marathoner 1956 and 1960 olympics, and his influence led burfoot to take up the marathon while still a collegian. Run faster, run smarter with the latest advice from the pros at runners world the sport of running is ever changing, be it the shoes we wear or the goals we set. Audible provides the highest quality audio and narration. Weather is a great justification for not running because it shifts all blame to the forces of nature.
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