Summer Sanders Archive
Summer Sanders
Contributor, espnW.com- Athlete's Life
Summer Sanders hits Boston
Summer Sanders has won Olympic gold, but nothing prepared her for the emotions she would feel during her day at the Boston Marathon.
Apr 17 10:06 AM ET | By Summer Sanders
- Athlete's Life
Summer Sanders hits Boston
After hours on the treadmill, Summer Sanders is all set to take on Heartbreak Hill and the 26.2 miles of the Boston Marathon.
Apr 12 1:20 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: Disney done, Boston next
Summer Sanders finished the Disney's Princess Half Marathon and now has a new goal -- the Boston Marathon.
Mar 1 5:14 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: The race followed by Disney fun
Summer Sanders enjoyed her race and spending time with her son, who ran the 5K.
Feb 27 1:42 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: Relishing my race, and all the prep
Summer Sanders put her training and her race behind her, finishing the Disney Princess Half Marathon on Sunday. She's taking a break to admire her medal before she plans her next big race.
Feb 25 1:33 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: It's the big day
Summer Sanders gives her last few tips for making race day great.
Feb 22 11:57 AM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: Watch what you eat and drink
Summer Sanders has reached her race week and has a few tips for what you should be eating and drinking.
Feb 20 12:23 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: It's race week
Summer Sanders has reached her race week and has a few tips for final preparations -- and lists -- you should be making to ensure you put your best foot forward at the starting line.
Feb 18 2:36 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
- Athlete's Life
Summer on the Run: Don't get beat by the mental game
Race day will be a stress-filled whirlwind -- if you let it. Find your happy place to help you cross the finish line.
Feb 15 5:50 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: Down to the wire, I'm following my inner kid
With the hard work behind her, Summer Sanders is trying to enjoy every last second before her race, taking some tips from her son and focusing on little things that will pay off big.
Feb 13 10:56 AM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: Time to taper
With less than two weeks remaining to race day, Summer Sanders is taking it slow on the track and curbing her appetite so she's at her best when she hits the starting line.
Feb 11 1:21 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
- Athlete's Life
Summer on the Run: The biggest challenge in a race is yourself
Summer Sanders is getting more and more excited for Disney's Princess Half Marathon, but she knows she has to keep one thing in check: herself.
Feb 8 3:46 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
- Athlete's Life
Summer on the Run: I go with a more positive vibe
Running shouldn't make you anxious. Keep it in perspective, and you'll have as much fun on the course as Summer Sanders does.
Feb 6 3:09 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: Spreecast chat with Olympian Kara Goucher
As she trains for the Disney Princess Half Marathon, Summer Sanders chats with Olympian Kara Goucher for tips on workouts, injuries and balancing motherhood with running.
Feb 4 5:14 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
- Athlete's Life
Summer on the Run: How I am learning from experience
As a more seasoned runner and competitor, Summer Sanders has learned to push herself to the point of completion, not exhaustion, and congratulate herself along the way.
Feb 4 2:57 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: Put some fun in your run
Remember, running should be like kid's play. Summer Sanders shares the things that keep her feeling young at heart (training with a 5-year-old helps).
Feb 1 10:27 AM ET | By Summer Sanders
- Athlete's Life
Summer on the Run: I run for no one but myself
Summer Sanders knows she's far from elite at this stage in her career, but she doesn't let that slow her down. Her reason for running? Herself.
Jan 30 11:41 AM ET | By Summer Sanders
- Athlete's Life
Summer on the Run: Remembering the importance of rest
The journey to the finish line is a long one, but as Summer Sanders winds down her training, she reminds readers of the importance of a lazy morning and taking it easy once in a while.
Jan 28 1:37 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
- Athlete's Life
Summer on the Run: Make sure you're prepared from head to toe
There's a lot indispensable equipment when it comes to your race or workout. From staying warm to staying hydrated, Summer Sanders runs it down.
Jan 25 5:26 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
- Athlete's Life
Summer on the Run: Practice your hydration plan before race day
Summer Sanders has learned to run with a water bottle in her hand and stop to refill as necessary. Coming up with -- and practicing -- your own hydration plan will help come race day.
Jan 23 2:44 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: Hydrating key to my training regimen
When it comes to keeping your body in tip-top shape, you must pay special attention to how you fuel and hydrate yourself. Summer Sanders shares her tips.
Jan 21 2:12 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: Jump off the trail and into the pool
Looking for a break from the pounding of running? Follow Summer Sanders into the pool for some restorative cross training.
Jan 18 1:50 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
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Summer on the Run: Boo, flu! Struggling with a training slow down
Sometimes the key to staying on track is knowing when to trust your body and slow down. Summer Sanders was reminded of that this week as she recovered from the flu.
Jan 16 3:16 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
- Athlete's Life
Summer on the Run: Involving family, friends makes workouts fun
From working out with her husband, to trading child care duties with friends so she can get in a long run guilt-free, Summer Sanders has found some creative ways to enjoy training and family time.
Jan 14 2:51 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
- Athlete's Life
Summer on the Run: Simple rules for proper nutrition
Proper nutrition is a crucial part of your running regimen, and Summer Sanders has some simple rules for eating and drinking right. (Hint: Never skip breakfast.)
Jan 11 2:10 PM ET | By Summer Sanders
