A LOOK AT THE OLYMPIC TRIALS
- By loramarie03
- 12 January, 2012
- 5 Comments
Let’s not talk about the weather today. Because the temperature crept up another TWO degrees for race day. And, it’s pouring rain here today… which should probably be a blizzard considering it’s January.
Let’s talk about the Olympic Trials.
I am so excited to have the opportunity to watch these this weekend. I think the men’s race is going to be pretty cut and dry. We all know how fabulous Ryan Hall is and I think he will easily take the win. Meb is also favored, and I think — if he has a similar performance to what he did in New York last year — he will be in.
lead males at NYC...go Meb!
I absolutely love Meb.
The girl’s race isn’t that easy. Shalane Flanagan is favored by a long shot, but it’s funny how everyone overlooks Desi, even though with her time at Boston last year, she is the third fastest female marathoner in America…ever. Then there’s Kara Goucher, who I love. I think it’s because she’s from Minnesota and her baby is totally cute. I read a Q&A with her an a Runner’s World reporter a few weeks ago and it made me sad. I just felt like she was so negative on herself — when she really has a great chance to quality.
Deena Kastor, for some reason, isn’t a favorite despite her history for performing well (she hasn’t raced a marathon in awhile, but I think she still has a good chance). There’s also Tera Moody, who I think is definitely a contender (did you see her feature in RW about her insomnia?).
All in all, it is going to be an exciting morning and totally worth getting up at the crack of dawn. Maybe even before dawn.
Who are your favorites for the men’s and women’s races? Have you ever had a chance to see the elites in person?
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I am so excited to see the trials as well. I also find it amazing that Kara Goucher struggles with confidence in her abilities. It just makes her that much more likeable. She talks about having to learn to say affirmations to boost herself up during a race, and I adopted her word "fighter" when I struggle on a long uphill. She's awesome. I also love Deena Kastor and wonder if everyone has written her off too soon. I predict she'll go stealth and nab a spot. I love Meb and Ryan Hall as well, and would love to see Ryan win. I would be amazed if he didn't. I think he has it in him for a win at a major marathon. A win in London would be sweet!
You're going to do great on Sunday!
I agree with Ryan — it would be surprising if he didn't pull off a win. Thanks for your confidence!
I think Ryan and Meb are in hands down, but I'm hoping for one of the MN guys to pull off the 3rd place spot!
That would be awesome!
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