Motivational Tools: Move a Million Miles for Ryan Hall

We've got a lot of miles to log by August, and sometimes we may need a little extra motivation. You may find the following helpful to keep you moving:

Ryan's Big Bear Send Off on Fox 11 - Video recap of the August 4th "Run Ryan Run to Beijing" Community Send-Off in Big Bear Lake. One-third of the City turned out to support Ryan.
Running to Beijing - New Yorker magazine article about Ryan and the making of a long-distance runner (PDF format).
The Power and the Glory - An intimate Runner's World article that gives insight into what makes Ryan so strong.
Top 100 Olympic Athletes to Watch - Time magazine's list of the best athletes in the world ranks Ryan as #70.
NBC Olympics - Info, photos, and videos on Ryan's Olympic efforts, including a "Growing Up In Big Bear" video.
Ryan's Official Blog - Ryan's own insightful and profound words on running and life.
A Video Message from Ryan:
Activity to Mileage Conversion Chart - convert a variety of activities into miles. If you are moving under your own power, it counts.
Distance Calculator - just click your route on the map to determine distance.
Campaign Store - buy buttons, tee shirts, etc. to show your support for Ryan and the Campaign.
Marathon Training Tips - articles for runners at Runner's World.
Ryan Hall on Wikipedia - encyclopedia entry about Ryan that you can edit.
Ryan Hall USATF Bio - detailed official USA Track & Field athlete bio.
Ryan Hall at Stanford - Ryan's college Cross Country team profile.
Sara Hall - Ryan's better half is a middle-distance running Diva.
Video of Ryan's Amazing 2008 London Marathon:
Video of 2007 Olympic Trials:
Ryan's Workout Story on Godtube:
Hike the Seven Summits of Big Bear - Conquer the Peaks and log miles.
Big Bear Marathon - Run, walk or bike around Big Bear Lake.
Active Big Bear - Online forum on Yahoo Groups that encourages outdoor participation in Big Bear.
Ryan Runs and Reflects around Big Bear Lake:
Ryan Hall Interview Podcast - An audio-only podcast on beginning the next big chapter in his young, but already exhilarating career.
Ryan Hall Profile on SquidWho - Lots of details on Ryan's running career.
If He Can Do It:

This resident of the Skilled Nursing Facility at Bear Valley Community Hospital has already logged over 10 miles by walking the halls of the facility for Ryan. (enlarge photo)

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Ryan Hall - 2008 US Olympic Team member and local Big Bear hero

Campaign Statistics

Total Miles Moved: 1,517,789
Total Current Participants: 3320
Average Miles per Day
per Current Participant: 1.62
Top Group: 100 Mile Club, 326,281 mi.

Total Miles Remaining: 0
Number of Days Remaining: -48
Average Miles Remaining
per Day: 10,787
Necessary Miles per Day
per Current Participant: 3

Top Males by age -
under 13: Stren H, 6789.00 mi.
13-17: Casey W., 2832.00 mi.
18-29: Matthew V., 3929.00 mi.
30-39: Peter J., 2900.00 mi.
40-49: Peter S., 4700.00 mi.
50-59: Mickey H, 2748.00 mi.
60-69: Dennie A., 14022.00 mi.
70+: Jim M, 3365.00 mi.

Top Females by age -
under 13: Taylor S., 3476.00 mi.
13-17: Megan K., 4498.00 mi.
18-29: Heather D., 1840.00 mi.
30-39: Heather D., 2757.00 mi.
40-49: Terresa S., 11,263.00 mi.
50-59: Debi B, 2852.00 mi.
60-69: Barbara W., 2486.00 mi.
70+: Betty Jo Ann, 7000.00 mi.

See Mileage Totals by Participant

Stats as of Tue Sep 9 2008 7:47am PST

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http://www.bigbearlighthouse.com Phone: 888-906-9998 Copyright ©2008 The Lighthouse Project. Fri Oct 10 2008 7:14pm PST
We are concerned about your privacy & safety - we will only use the information you provide to track and report our progress towards a Million Miles and to contact you with reporting questions and Campaign updates. We will not reveal your contact information publicly or to any third party. Physical activities associated with this Campaign are voluntary and involve risk which you must assess and accept full responsibility for. Always consult with a physician before beginning any exercise regimen.