Rupp's range is phenomenal, and actually surprised his 800 is not faster, but had he run more over that distance, probably would have been faster. However, in some races in the past Rupp was able to finish very fast.
What impresses about Galen, is his composure in races, style, and running mechanics which are beautiful to watch. Even in a sub. 27' mins 10k, he looks in perfect control, even giving the impression that he is jogging.
Salazar has really covered all the bases in making Rupp one of the most effective and feared distance runners on planet earth.
Rupp's introversion and reticent personality give the impression of arrogance, but this is a misenterpretation, and those who know him well discover another side, more effervescent and outgoing.
Rupp Wins -- 59:47 in Rome
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The Spiritual element is a key factor for Coach Alberto and his disciple Galen.
Coach Alberto prays with the rosary to Mother Mary.
Coach Alberto is a very spiritual Catholic role model for all young boys.
For example:
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/othersports/athletics/mo-farah/11694959/Alberto-Salazar-faces-fresh-doping-claims.html
https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2017/mar/05/nike-accused-hindering-usada-alberto-salazar-doping-investigation
https://eatrunswag.files.wordpress.com/2011/07/salazar.jpg
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/08/sports/nike-oregon-project-doping-allegations.html
http://www.businessinsider.com/gods-bankers-financial-scandals-at-the-vatican-2015-2
It is time for Saint Alberto to pray to Mother Mary:
"It was like a volcano that was just building up to erupt," Troop says, "and we saw the complete eruption and the meltdown."
http://www.runblogrun.com/2014/02/incidents-surrounding-3000m-races-ugly-for-the-sport-by-jon-gugala.html
http://www.letsrun.com/news/2014/02/alberto-salazar-gabe-grunewalds-husband-get-f-face/
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Coach/Saint Alberto's books are more inspirational than the Bible.
For example:
In 2007, after collapsing on a practice field at the Nike campus, champion marathoner Alberto Salazar's heart stopped beating for 14 minutes. Over the crucial moments that followed, rescuers administered CPR to feed oxygen to his brain and EMTs shocked his heart eight times with defibrillator paddles. He was clinically dead. But miraculously, Salazar was back at the Nike campus coaching his runners just nine days later.
Salazar had faced death before, but he survived that and numerous other harrowing episodes thanks to his raw physical talent, maniacal training habits, and sheer will, as well as―he strongly believes―divine grace.
In 14 Minutes, Salazar chronicles in spellbinding detail how a shy, skinny Cuban-American kid from the suburbs of Boston was transformed into the greatest marathon runner of his era. For the first time, he reveals his tempestuous relationship with his father, a former ally of Fidel Castro; his early running life in high school with the Greater Boston Track Club; his unhealthy obsession to train through pain; the dramatic wins in New York, Boston, and South Africa; and how surviving 14 minutes of death taught him to live again.
“14 Minutes is an inspirational account of a man who has fought with the Grim Reaper and won. Since he put on his first pair of running shoes, Alberto Salazar has been defying the odds. Through his memoir, people have the privilege to get to know this truly great man and walk away with a renewed appreciation for life.” ―Lance Armstrong, cancer survivor and 7-time Tour de France champion
https://www.amazon.com/14-Minutes-Running-Legends-Death/dp/1609619986/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1521231998&sr=8-1&keywords=14+minutes+salazar
Millions of Americans either own or use treadmills in the gym. However, most people don’t know how to use a treadmill the right way to achieve their fitness goals. This is the first book to show how to use a treadmill for everything from a simple cardio workout to training for a marathon.
Developed by one of the top fitness equipment manufacturers in the world, Precor’s Treadmill Training & Workout Guide offers exercise programs for people of all fitness levels with many different fitness goals. With helpful advice from the world champion marathon runner Alberto Salazar and legendary coach and trainer Jeff Galloway, this is the first and only guide to getting the most out of treadmill training. You’ll learn:
·The proper settings and speeds for your fitness goals
·The best way to warm up and the best way to cool down
·Proper running form and racewalking techniques
·How to train for a marathon using your treadmill
·Personalized programs and much, much more!
https://www.amazon.com/Presents-Alberto-Salazar-Treadmill-Training/dp/1578260809/ref=sr_1_9?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1521232362&sr=1-9&keywords=books+by+alberto+Salazar
Wow.