Younger Runners Taking It Slow

Friday, 20 September 2013 | by Pat's Picks

The younger generation is losing speed. The Wall Street Journal says some in the running community are pointing out a “growing embrace of medocrity.” Many new runners are content with just finishing a race. Older runners say that may explain why the U.S. hasn’t won an Olympic marathon medal since 2004. One running commentator says it’s an alarming sign of America’s overall lack of competitiveness.

SOURCE: Wall Street Journal