We’d like to extend a hearty congratulations to Josh Cox, who finished in second place place at the California International Marathon today in a time of 2:13:51, just nine seconds behind the winner, Ethiopian Tasfaye Bekele. This is a new PR for JC, beating his old record of 2:13:54 set in Chicago back in 2000. Apparently there was a big head win from mile 13 on, but Josh is pleased with his performance and his Newton shoes! This race qualifies Josh to race in the next U.S. Men’s Marathon Olympic Trials.
Great effort, Josh! Well done, man.
Were can i get one of those Newton running singlets?
Hey Evan- Newton singlets are available excursively at the Newton Running Lab store in Boulder. Give them a call at 303.494.0321 and they’ll happily help you out.
If I’m not mistaken, Josh’s former PR was set somewhere around the year 2000. Over the years, he was never able to break that mark. I find it interesting that since his change to Newton running shoes, he is on a bit of a comeback. This PR is approximately 8 years after the one before – and it comes on a day when there were strong head winds.
Nice job Josh.