Sheryl is one of GWTC more talented runners and writers. She has been writing once a month for the newsletter and we are pleased to have her columns published on the web site now. June 2008 – Respect the Back of the PackMay 2008 – Solo Sport. Group...
Respect the Back of the Pack By Sheryl Rosen Among running circles, there’s one group that doesn’t get enough respect: back-of-the-pack runners.Sure, champions like Deena Kastor and Meb Keflezighi are great. Public glory is well deserved by the world’s best runners,...
Solo Sport. Group Mentality. By Sheryl Rosen With occasional exceptions, running isn’t much of a team sport for those of us older than undergraduates. But it doesn’t seem to matter. Running’s solitary nature is part of its beauty. No group necessary. Just grab your...
Breaking Tradition By Sheryl Rosen, The difference between traditions and traditionalists is that traditions change.Traditions in our running community include annual races, weekly get-togethers for a jaunt on the Phipps or St. Marks trails, and even the Gulf Winds...
A Perfect Pair By Sheryl Rosen, Romeo and Juliet. Bert and Ernie. Peanut butter and jelly.Certain pairs are so unmistakably good together they become synonymous with one another. Perfect pairs abound, but here’s one more: runners and bagels.Runners are not strangers...
Injury – Our Biggest Competitor By Sheryl Rosen, There’s only one time I hate being a runner: when I can’t run.Injuries are among the toughest challenges we face. Enduring a 4-month stint with a fractured foot or rogue IT band is more emotionally trying than any...