Dec 12, 2008
Ted Corbitt was without a doubt the “father of long distance
running”. He was a pioneer in ultramarathons and a big part
of the running revolution of the 1960’s and 70’s. He was once
called “a spiritual elder of the modern running clan".
We will remember him in many ways: as the quiet guy in the
background working to establish rules for age groups and course
measurements. As a promoter of distance running who worked
behind the scenes. He was an amazing athlete who was able to
cover distances that is considered impressive by any standard, and
he was a kind hearted, soft spoken fellow runner who overcame
hatred and prejudice to embrace a sport that he loved so well.
Most importantly, he was someone who loved to run. It was his
life long passion, it was his daily joy and it was something that
defined him, improved him and gave his life meaning and a happiness
that inspires all who knew him and know of him…because Ted Corbitt
was a man with an indomitable spirit who came into this world to
live his life to the top, and he left this world a better place for
his having run here.
Show Links:
http://bluedawgsrunning.blogspot.com
http://www.usatf.org/about/committees/LongDistanceRunning/RoadRunningTechnicalCouncil/history/corbitt.pdf
http://lelievreetlatortue.blogspot.com
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