The advice I have for beginners is the same philosophy that I have for runners of all levels of experience and ability -- consistency, a sane approach, moderation and making your running an enjoyable, rather than dreaded, part of your life.

My guess is many top athletes, distance runners included, use performance-enhancing drugs, enough so that the problem must be tackled.

The advice I have for beginners is the same philosophy that I have for runners of all levels of experience and ability -- consistency, a sane approach, moderation and making your running an enjoyable, rather than dreaded, part of your life.

If you want to win a race you have to go a little berserk.

Runners are the ultimate celebration people. Running is just so intense, you're really experiencing life to the fullest.

Aiming for the marathon is a task of sorts which can include terrific highs and lows.

Every race is totally different.