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DISPLAYING ALL ARTICLES 1-62 FOR Penguin's Column : No Need For Speed
Penguin: Gold Medal Moments
You don't have to be an elite athlete to understand the Olympic spirit.

The Latest Model
No matter how long you've been running or how fast your times, there's always room for improvement.

A Change of Course
Sometimes we need to rethink what it means to succeed.

My Way or the Highway
Sometimes it pays to ask for directions.

Back To Basics
The secret to running well is simpler than you think.

Notes Of Perfection
All of us experience moments of greatness.

Racing Into A New Era
After an injury-plagued hiatus, crossing the finish line opens the next chapter in the author's running career

The Perfect Run
Is the perfect run 30, 40, 50 minutes? What works best for you will change--and that's fine.

When A Stranger Calls
The power to change comes from within. But that doesn't mean we can't use a little help

I Am Not A Jogger
I may waddle when I run, but I'm running all the same

Better Late Than Never
The transformative powers of running apply at any age.

Running Off At The Mind
Imagining the worst is never best

Rubbed The Wrong Way
The author gains a new perspective on massage

Body Language
The author thought his sturdy frame could take just about anything--until it talked back

Perfect Harmony
No matter how fast or slow you run, your presence on the roads makes our sport stronger

You're In Good Hands
When marathoners hit the streets on any given Sunday, thousands of medical volunteers have their backs.

Ready For Takeoff
Why my prerun routine looks more like a preflight protocol--and why that's a good thing.

Victory Laps
Sometimes winning has nothing to do with being first across the finish line

Running Dialogue
When you want to get to know someone fast, try going for a slow run together

Tools Of The Trade
To keep running well, sometimes you have to be your own mechanic

The Long And The Short Of It
Although the miles may pass slowly, the logbooks fill up fast.

Ship Shape
A group of runners on a boat dream up an ingenious marathon.

The More And The Merrier
Learn why today's marathoners revel in participation

The Chosen Path
When where you are is where you want to be.

The Hard Way
Sometimes you've just got to go all-out.

A Perfect Ten
The Penguin looks back on where he's been--and where he's going.

Stranger In Paradise
Honolulu's marathon has few PRs but many best times.

Going With The Flow
Runners should set their sights on their next steps, instead of where they've already been.

A League Of Their Own
One man's experience at an all-women's marathon.

Correct And Redirect
Starting out without starting over.

Keeping Up With Jonesy
We can't all be world record holders, but we can certainly think like one.

Learning To Run
Good running experiences can be had by all.

The Doors
The surest route to running satisfaction may be the path of least resistance.

Aged To Perfection
Two veteran runners continue to prove that it's never too late to excel-and inspire.

Crim Of The Crop
One race proves that a city can leave the past behind and head in a new direction.

Racing The Gremlin
Runners should listen to--and then ignore--the voice inside their head.

The Endurance Factor
At the Antarctica Marathon, you must sometimes deal with defeat before success.

Come Together
You might be surprised what Nietzsche and your running buddies have in common.

13.1 And Done
For many, a half is greater than the sum of its parts.

Back To The Future
What you carry with you on your runs can be as important as what you leave behind.

Who Needs A Reason?
Forget stress. One of the best things about running is that it's absolutely unnecessary.

Tools And Rules
Simple, essential lessons on running maintenance from the garage.

The Write Stuff
With a training log, sometimes the devil is in the details.

City Of Hope
A few things that New York City Marathon runners--and spectators--can teach the world.

Getting Your Kicks
Whether you're fast or slow, a veteran or a beginner, running-shoe stores can be inspiring.

Strength In Numbers
A race, a team, a van, and miles of self-reliance.

Running Forever
The author remembers how his running life began, and why it'll never get old.

While You Were Out
Need a reason to listen to your body? Try watching runners undergo surgery.

The Edge Of Running
Our sport lets us boldly go where few people go anymore--to the unknown.

Running In Circles
Track workouts can take you places the open road can't.

Of Penguins And Prefontaine
The measure of a true runner has little to do with speed.

White Line Fever
Believe it or not, the human machine can equal the power of a Harley.

Personal Record
Still waddling after all these years.

The Popeye Syndrome
What I learned while searching for my own can of spinach.

Sex, Lies, And Videotape
Sit down for a private screening--and prepare to be shocked.

Mind Games
The rewards of racing can't be measured by a stopwatch.

The Competitive Edge
You just don't realize how competitive you are, until you meet someone who's slower.

Accidental Athletes
Some are born athletes, but others become athletic by accident.

Happy Trails
Venturing off-road leads to simple yet profound discoveries.

A Year In The Life
You can't truly succeed without making some mistakes along the way.

When To Say When
Okay, it was the right thing to do. So why does it hurt so much?

The Inner Penguin
Why not join a group who's motto is: "It's not about being slow. Really . . ."?

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