Sad news to report: one our steadfast runners has come down with some rather serious back issues that are likely to sideline her for a long while to come. Early diagnosis is spondylolysis and, potentially, some form of disc herniation. Hopefully six to eight weeks of rest, anti-inflammatories and physical therapy will show that to have been an overly pessimistic prognosis and have our lady of running destruction back on the roads and preparing for her 2008 ING NY Marathon bid.

If she heals anywhere near as fast as she runs, she’ll be back in form in no time. Rest and work that PT lady; we’re pulling for you!