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Lost in the shuffle of all this Lance nonsense is a great interview w/ Alan Webb...

You know I’m trying to get the best out of myself. And if you aren’t really getting the results you want, you can’t keep doing the same thing over and over and expect a different result.

I think a lesson I’ve learned is that when you do get frustrated and have setbacks, it makes you ask the question, “Do I really want to do this? Is this something I like to do?” And I’ve realized that I just love the sport – I love doing it.

If you are going to do go down, you gotta go down fighting. Don’t just give up. That’s what it’s all about in the end.

I feel privileged to be even allowed to hang around (this training group). The dynamic with these guys is better than I could have imagined. Everyone here is very driven – everyone knows how to work hard – but these guys are really smart guys – smart form a training standpoint of knowing when to push and not to – and they can keep you accountable. 

That last quote is exactly how I've been feeling about our "weekend workout" group over the past couple months.

I also want to share this interview with Scott Wietecha. I know him from Saucony... we met at the 1/2 champs in Duluth last summer and have become internet friends. So creepy, I know. Anyways, he ran 2:18 and was the 2nd American at Houston a couple days ago. 

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From Andrea on Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 09:34:49 from 72.37.171.52

Great stuff from Webb. He's got a great perspective right now.

From Jake K on Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 09:46:27 from 155.100.226.191

Someone on Letsrun called Webb the "People's Champ." I like that, and I think its true. He's had so many ups and downs, and I think most of us can relate to that in some way.

But what sets him apart is that he retains this amazing amount of self-belief. Most guys in his shoes would have retired a few years ago. Everyone keeps telling him to give it up.

He keeps trying, though, and I have so much respect for him because of that.

From bdase on Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 13:06:50 from 67.214.231.170

Great interview! I have similar thoughts about the training group, it's such a good environment :). Something very special about a group of people that all want to be better individually, but also want the group as a whole to get better as well. The support net is so critical for anyone.

From Bam on Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 13:07:11 from 89.126.28.24

Enjoyed the interview with your mate, Scott. I like how he's slowly introducing new aspects to his training, rather than trying to do everything at once. Reminds me a bit of yourself. I think now that he's easing off on the beer and other nasties, he'll see more improvements. Thanks for posting, it was an interesting read.

From Jake K on Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 13:12:01 from 155.100.226.191

Scott W and I have a lot of similarities. We were both sort of "underachievers" (relative to what we are capable of) during our mid-20s, but are back in the game and improving now. I'm hoping to follow the kind of breakthrough he had last year (get the half down to 1:04 and be shooting for the top 15 in some national championship races). His training is interesting to follow, similar to mine, but w/ more of an obvious Canova influence:

http://runwietecha.blogspot.com/

From Bam on Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 14:13:18 from 89.126.28.24

Thanks for the link to Scott's blog. Great read. I was reading away and it suddely dawned on me when I saw the mad clips etc that I often read his blog and have it in my FAV'S. Just didn't recognise the name.

From Derunzo on Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 19:02:52 from 24.218.176.97

Jake or Andrea,

Sorry... not related to this post at all, but I have a $50 e-gift card to runners warehouse and I was wondering what Saucony shoe you considered a great overall trainer. I have a neutral gait, but noticed that there were some nicely priced liquidation shoes on sale.... (Fastwitch)? I'm not afraid to poney up some dinero, but the deals always catch my eye :) What about the Kinvara 3? What do you recommend? I'm open to all shoe suggestions.

Thanks,

Deron

From Jake K on Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 19:22:09 from 67.177.11.154

The Fastwitch is more of a workout/race shoe. It great for that purpose, but most people probably wouldn't use it as an everyday trainer.

I think the best 3 options would be the Kinvara, Mirage, and Ride. The Kinvara is pretty light and flexible... the Mirage is also a very "natural" shoe but with just a touch more support/cushion, and the Ride is a neutral cushion shoe (the newer version (5) is significantly lighter than previous models). I would say the ride is probably most similar to the Wave Riders that you've been wearing. You really can't go wrong w/ any of those three - Andrea and I both wear (and like) all of them. It depends on how much shoe you are looking for.

From runningafterbabies on Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 19:31:28 from 71.195.219.247

The FT5 is a steal on RW right now. You can get an extra 15% off with FB15D code making it about $50.

Jake - what is your opinion of the A5 as a marathon racing shoe? Is it too lightweight? I've always used a Kinvara or Fast Twitch.

From Jake K on Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 20:01:27 from 67.177.11.154

I've worn the FT 5/6 for my last 3 marathons, and that's what I'm going w/ this spring as well. I think even though its a tad heavier than the Type A 4/5, its a little more forgiving, and that can make a difference in terms of not wanting to hate your feet late in the marathon.

I know some people get away w/ the Type A for the marathon. Scott, mentioned in my post today, wore them for Houston... I think I'd consider it on a really flat Chicago/Houston style course, but I like to have a little more cushion on a course with hills (esp downhills).

The FT6s are coming out in a couple weeks, so now is a great time to get the 5s b/c they're clearing them out.

For the half-marathon, its Type As all the way for me.

From Matt Poulsen on Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 20:28:48 from 98.202.242.213

Exactly my thoughts regarding Alan Webb's last paragraph. These group runs have been truly amazing. I'm honored to be a part of them. Looking forward to many more to come. Thanks for the links.

From Derunzo on Wed, Jan 16, 2013 at 20:33:24 from 24.218.176.97

Thanks for the input!

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