Goodness, I don't think I could say I have heroes in my life, but Mr. Whitlock is an inspiration to me & perhaps the closest thing I have to a hero. I can only hope to live a good healthy lift until the end (like Mr. Whitlock did).
Having known him--if only through his posts on this cruddy website--is an honor.
Thank you, Mr. Whitlock.
krrr wrote:
[quote]easy weeks wrote:
Ed in 1952
http://www.drbrd.com/images/scgs/mug_shots/ed_whitlock_1952_ic_relay2.jpg#114 has a good hiker form but Ed is flying here, thanks for this one.
Ed's motives were the opposites of mines but the result was the same : run, run...till you walk...then run.
Repeat.
He won't stop, you fools.
Run in peace, Sir Whitlock.
What a great photo !!
JohnBoy wrote:
Shocked and saddened by this news. I was already very sad because I just visited my mom in hospice care and I get on the internet to read this bad news. RIP Ed.
Hang in there. I know what that is like. Go easy on yourself. Tough time.
Runners are a community sometimes and this one hurts. Ed pushed human limits. He almost seemed like a mythical character. Such a stunning loss.
Mr. Obvious wrote:
RIP Ed.
Brought a touch a class to these forums when he stopped by.
Hear, Hear.
If everything were equalized -- era, gender, age -- Ed Whitlock becomes the fastest marathoner ever. Period.
outwater wrote:
If everything were equalized -- era, gender, age -- Ed Whitlock becomes the fastest marathoner ever. Period.
Well one can eulogized him without making stuff up.
Go light, go simple, and smile, smile, smile.
My run tomorrow will be dedicated to Ed.
runken wrote:
I saw Ed run at the World Masters Outdoor Track and Field Championship at Sacramento in 2011. I was in total awe of how he floated around the track so lightly and smoothly. One of my favorite quotes comes from Jackie Robinson, which is so appropriate to Ed. "A life is not so important except for the impact that it has on other lives." He has certainly inspired me and many others. RIP
I, too, saw Ed run in Sacramento. He was amazing. RIP.
So sad to hear of the passing of such a great runner and person.
I am a Canadian marathoner and Ed was someone to look up to and marvel about. I think even non runners could appreciate the amazing results that Ed was able to achieve.
My deepest condolences to Ed's family and friends. I'd heard the sad news earlier today and was able to dedicate my run to him just now. Rest in peace to a running legend whose legacy will endure, and thanks to LetsRun.com for the coverage of Ed throughout the years, and today's splash page tribute.
RIP Ed Legend.
We lost one of the good ones.
Thanks for calling him a stud. Great way to classify him.
RIP.
RIP. A real hero to all of us. This might be the first post on LR that has ever got me choked up.
RIP:
Some amazing accomplishments in your life Ed, I am the better for having followed some of it. Even in my masters swim class we talked about you often with whatever your latest feat was.
I am am and forever will be impressed by your many accomplishments Ed
Pretzel Man wrote:
In 2000 Ed was 69 and ran a 37:00 10K and beat me by a few seconds I'll always remember that white hair. Spoke with him a few times very laid back and friendly.
That race was the first time I had ever seen Ed. He and his white hair finished nine minutes ahead of me. I've been a fan ever since. A sad day today. Very sad day.
I am also totally shocked and very saddened to hear of the passing of Ed Whitlock. He was genuine, down to earth, humble and what running was all about. Thank you Ed, you will always inspire me to do better and not use age an excuse. RIP.
I never met him, never watched him run a race. But he was an inspiration to me, and I'm sure to many older runners here.
Some people show you where the ceiling is. Some people raise the ceiling. A few rare souls gently take you up through the ceiling and show you the stars.
Ed's lesson was that night-sky lesson. It's up to you how you live your life. You can make your own rules, live with gentleness, kindness, and honor, and help your fellow strivers. Or not.
Thanks, Ed.
Well said...
observer of posting trends wrote:
LR is a very divisive place. But there have always been a handful of personalities whose auras rose above the conflict and united the board.
Ed Whitlock was #1.
Not only are Ed's performances astounding, but nobody even on LR accused him of PED use. Or of course-cutting, or any other unethical behavior. He might be the only runner in the history of this board who has commanded this much respect.
If any of you think you can beat his times at 70+, keep us updated. We'll be watching here...
