John Bingham (runner)
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John Bingham is an American
marathon runner and author, nickname
d "The Penguin", who has achieved widespread recognition for promoting the walking of long-distance race courses to the general public.
Bingham is the author of several books and the No Need for Speed column in Runner's World
. His writings are characterized by his espousal of the belief that the goals of running are to have fun and finish—and that for a vast majority of amateur athletes running fast should not be the only aim.
His philosophies are often challenged and dismissed by more serious runners, who feel that Bingham's "penguins" have lowered the bar for athletic achievement.
He has completed over 40 marathons and many shorter races.
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marathon runner and author, nickname
Nickname
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d "The Penguin", who has achieved widespread recognition for promoting the walking of long-distance race courses to the general public.
Bingham is the author of several books and the No Need for Speed column in Runner's World
Runner's World
Runner's World is a globally circulated monthly magazine for runners of all skills sets, published by Rodale Press in Emmaus, Pennsylvania, in the United States...
. His writings are characterized by his espousal of the belief that the goals of running are to have fun and finish—and that for a vast majority of amateur athletes running fast should not be the only aim.
His philosophies are often challenged and dismissed by more serious runners, who feel that Bingham's "penguins" have lowered the bar for athletic achievement.
He has completed over 40 marathons and many shorter races.