Brian Sell Brian Sell, whose recent third place triumph in the 2008 Olympic Trials in New York landed him a spot on the USA mens’ Olympic team, is known as the “man who knows how to run that last… + See More +
Brian Sell Brian Sell, whose recent third place triumph in the 2008 Olympic Trials in New York landed him a spot on the USA mens’ Olympic team, is known as the “man who knows how to run that last… + See More
Brian Sell, whose recent third place triumph in the 2008 Olympic Trials in New York landed him a spot on the USA mens’ Olympic team, is known as the “man who knows how to run that last 10K of a marathon.” Backed by a powerful network of family, friends and former coaches, Sell will pack his bags, shoes and growing reputation to hit the track at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing and represent Hansons-Brooks Distance Project and the United States.
Sell has racked up quite a collection of records and achievements, including: placing 25th at IAAF World Half Marathon Championships in 2003; membership to USATF World Championship marathon team in 2005; first place in the U.S. Half Marathon in 2006; Chicago Distance Classic Champion in 2006 (1:04:25); first place in the USATF 25K Championships; and third in the 2008 Olympic Trials (2:11:40). His personal best marathon was run in 2:10:47 in October of 2006.
Needless to say, Sell says he’s looking forward to the “hot, flat course in Beijing.”
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Fan July 15 at 10:29pm
nice vid...great program/group. all the haters are just jealous they didn't have their act together enough to get on a team like hansons and chase the dream.
it is so awesome this team exists...and how creative, innovative, and prudent they go about making it happen. for all those on the team: you have my support.
flotrack and hansons...two of the best things our sport has going for it.
These folks are impressive. It takes guts to put life on hold for a while and bang it out day after day to see if you have what it takes to make an Olympic team. This program has raised the bar for distance running in the U.S. No program has been more consistent. Sooner or later the payoff will be big for those willing to put in the work! In 2012 we will see a couple more Hanson runners on the Olympic team.
Brooks said: “100k is a lot, I would think that is more than some of these athletes are signing for right now”
The 100k thing is nice and all, but Brian Sell the only one in the group that can take advantage of it as he's run 2:10:47 in the marathon. I don't think the Hansons have had anyone else male or female hit any of their pretty high standards. I don't know how often you have to run the standard to maintain this income, though.
Great job, Flotrack on these videos ! Everytime I see one of the Hanson-Brooks videos, I wish I could be at that talent level to train with this group and compete at that high level. Seems like such a wonderful program to have the opportunity to elevate your running to the next level and meet and know the coaches and other athletes. Simply awesome !
Uh.....your point Brandon? I don't have a clue who you're directly your comment to, but if it's me, I do in fact live a stones throw from where they occasionally workout and actually drove by the park 2 evenings ago. You obviously have a large ego for an average runner and don't know what you're talking about.
You said Dave, where did anyone list the name Dave on this thread and where did you get Dave from?
By the way, it's "that's" and "aren't" and "everywhere" and also "It" at the beginning of a sentence. School did wonders for you Brandon.
Do they only allow Americans into their group or other athletes from other countries also? You guys are lucky to have great programmes like this that can help early to mid 20s and older athletes live the dream to try and succeed in athletics!
Phillies said: “Paid housing and massages every ten days beats working for the Man.”
True Mark, but it isn't forever and if you don't have it, you better have a back-up plan. The real world is out there and it takes no prisoners. If you don't hit certain times within a certain amount of time, you will only be around for so long. $100,000 is only for athletes hitting really decent times, not the majority.
Example: Chad Johnson is about done. Hansons to the Nike Project and back to Hansons (M.W.). He has to improve quickly or move on. Chad is 33 and his marathon pr is almost 3 years old. Just like Clint (HIGHLY overrated for only having run 2:14 after 10 years!), he won't be around much longer as well. There's a slew of younger 20 something potentials waiting for THEIR shot. Chad has had more than enough time to improve, but a 2:15 just doesn't cut the mustard. A sub 2:19 in London in 2008? That is just not gonna do it.
So yeah, you're right Mark, it beats working for the man and no one can argue that, but the Hanson's aren't going to keep him on forever.
Believe me, Brian was totally joking. Not really that hard to tell.
I live nearby and watch them workout whenever I get a chance. It boils down to hard work and talent. You have to have both. If you don't, you're not going to make it as a top runner want-to-be. The proof is the number of runners who have went by the wayside. It's just the way it is.
It's a good program for those who want to give it a shot for a few years to see if they have it or not. They're not going to produce 10 Brian Sell's, but someone will be the leader or next one when Brian moves on. Mike, David, ????, anyone's guess.
The Hansons-Brooks was started in 1999 by Keith and Kevin Hanson in Rochester Hills, MI. Over the last 10 years the team has paved the way for other groups, raised American distance running and joined with Brooks. In 2008 Brian Sell became their first Olympian, when he finished 3rd at the 2007 NYC Olympic Trials Marathon. Flotrack went to Rochester Hills to see the team in action. It was impressive to see mile after mile of dirt road, the team working at the shoe stores and a the team camaraderie.
Music:
1. The Breaking "Move On"
2. Honey Claws' Beats July 1, 2009
Hansons-Brooks 2009 
it is so awesome this team exists...and how creative, innovative, and prudent they go about making it happen. for all those on the team: you have my support.
flotrack and hansons...two of the best things our sport has going for it.
“100k is a lot, I would think that is more than some of these athletes are signing for right now”
You said Dave, where did anyone list the name Dave on this thread and where did you get Dave from?
By the way, it's "that's" and "aren't" and "everywhere" and also "It" at the beginning of a sentence. School did wonders for you Brandon.
I run every where they do...its amazing. it may not be at altitude or anything but its really a nice place to run and train.
“Paid housing and massages every ten days beats working for the Man.”
Example: Chad Johnson is about done. Hansons to the Nike Project and back to Hansons (M.W.). He has to improve quickly or move on. Chad is 33 and his marathon pr is almost 3 years old. Just like Clint (HIGHLY overrated for only having run 2:14 after 10 years!), he won't be around much longer as well. There's a slew of younger 20 something potentials waiting for THEIR shot. Chad has had more than enough time to improve, but a 2:15 just doesn't cut the mustard. A sub 2:19 in London in 2008? That is just not gonna do it.
So yeah, you're right Mark, it beats working for the man and no one can argue that, but the Hanson's aren't going to keep him on forever.
I live nearby and watch them workout whenever I get a chance. It boils down to hard work and talent. You have to have both. If you don't, you're not going to make it as a top runner want-to-be. The proof is the number of runners who have went by the wayside. It's just the way it is.
It's a good program for those who want to give it a shot for a few years to see if they have it or not. They're not going to produce 10 Brian Sell's, but someone will be the leader or next one when Brian moves on. Mike, David, ????, anyone's guess.
you can hardly tell if he's faking it or not