Amazing what athletes had to do 100yrs ago, today not only would it be rare for someone to even consider this feat (too much money involved these days) but a train would not be used as the main mode of transportation for the athlete. Thank you for sharing such a great story!
Thanks Glenn. I thought you would be interested in this story. I found it fascinating that Nurmi agreed to this absurd schedule, especially when you consider that he was technically an amateur and not allowed to receive money for doing this.
Amazing what athletes had to do 100yrs ago, today not only would it be rare for someone to even consider this feat (too much money involved these days) but a train would not be used as the main mode of transportation for the athlete. Thank you for sharing such a great story!
Thanks Glenn. I thought you would be interested in this story. I found it fascinating that Nurmi agreed to this absurd schedule, especially when you consider that he was technically an amateur and not allowed to receive money for doing this.