The recent news that Mo Farah had smashed the British and European 1500 mtr. record lets you see how fast middle to long distance runners are going nowadays. To see them run at around 4-5 minute miles over distance is quite staggering. Put them in a shorter distance race like the 1500 metres and they can even break the records in that. As I mature - get older - I have observed the times of the top class athletes getting quicker and quicker while back at base camp, ie. my own running efforts, I seem to be getting slower and slower !! Still, as one who continues to enjoy running whatever the pace, I am happy just to be able to get out and enjoy a steady run. I trust that these faster runners will inspire you to go out and push the boundaries of your own particular running journey.
