BRATTLEBORO, VT 7/14/2009 3:07:44 AM
Training for a 3,200-Mile Barefoot Odyssey is No Jog in the Park
Ultra-runner Steps it Up Before X-Country Run
BRATTLEBORO, VT - Preparation for a world-record attempt to run, barefoot, from New York City to Los Angeles requires a man with dedication, focus, a rigorous training schedule, and a little bit of insanity. Tellman Knudson is that man.
Knudson is ratcheting up the intensity of his jogging regiment as he prepares to embark on a 3,200-mile, coast-to-coast running odyssey. With an ultimate goal of raising $100,000,000 to combat teen homelessness, the run is scheduled to depart New York City on September 9, 2009.
Hank Lange, an Olympic-caliber personal trainer hired to whip Knudson into shape, has been increasing the mileage goals for his student every week. This week's goal: 100 miles. Today, Knudson ran 25 miles, beginning his route near his home here and travelling south into Massachusetts as Lange provided support alongside on a bicycle.
"Everything feels good," said Knudson after his near-marathon-length session. "My legs feel good. My head is clear. The start date is coming up quick, but we'll be ready."
For more information about the run, visit www.runtellmanrun.com. For updated video interviews with Knudson himself, visit http://www.youtube.com/runtellmanrun###
Contact: Luke Q. Stafford, PR Director, Overcome Everything, Inc.
Email: luke@overcomeeverything.com
Phone: 802-347-1496
