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Homecoming and Wanamaker Mile!

2/16/2013

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       Back in New York again for the first time in the 2013 season and it feels great to be home!  There is nothing quite as thrilling as racing in your homestate.  As always the magnificence and beauty of New York City strikes awe and it is a pleasure to be here.  It was my first ever Millrose Games and I have to start by thanking the amazing crowd that really brought the whole Armory Stadium to life tonight!  The screaming of over 4000 fans was really amazing!  

        I am so excited to kick off my opening Mile with a new PR of 3.51.21 breaking my old record by nearly 2 seconds.  I am truly humbled to be #3 all time American record for indoor 1 mile and #8 all time in the world for this discipline.  I owe this exciting Mile opener to the very high caliber of athletes that competed with me today and the wonderful race venue in New York City.  While the results are great, it is truly amazing to reflect on the incredible strength of American middle distance running as seen on the indoor track today.  I am so proud to represent the U.S. beside all of these other amazing American athletes and I know as a team we will do amazing things in the Outdoor World Championships. This is certainly the year to put American middle distance and distance running back on the map and I am proud to be a part of that effort.  Thank you again to all of my family, friends, and fans who cheered me to a win today!  This is one of many to come!
Running Tip #5: Hills - You gotta love 'em!  Like every other challenge, approach hills with strength and clarity of mind. When you crest over the top of a hill do a surge rather than slowing down to recover. A surge will help you return to your pace more quickly and will keep away the painful buildup of lactic acid. Embrace the hills!
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Steve Haas
2/16/2013 01:18:49 pm

Congratulations Lopez - Incredible race!

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David Figura
2/18/2013 03:51:05 am

Didn't know you were running. Saw the race last night on TV. Great finish. A sizzling time. Congrats on the meet record!

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Coxy (Australia)
2/20/2013 09:15:15 pm

Just finished chapter 22 of your book Lopez. Now Australian men don't normally cry that much (we're too tough for that =) but I can't recall how many times I have shed a tear after reading chapters of your book. I often pray for you after reading it. Keep up the good work mate!

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2/21/2013 01:33:03 am

Steve, David, and Coxy,

Thank you so much for the congratulations, kind words, and prayers. It was a very exciting weekend in New York and I feel so blessed to have had such a healthy and strong season so far. Thanks for sharing my story and cheering me on!

Lopez

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5/22/2013 05:30:18 am

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Hills - You gotta love 'em! Like every other challenge, approach hills with strength and clarity of mind. When you crest over the top of a hill do a surge rather than slowing down to recover. A surge will help you return to your pace more quickly and will keep away the painful buildup of lactic acid. Embrace the hills!

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