
Useful Possibilities
Promoting quality content that cracks open the mind and sparks curiosity.
Standing Cyclist presents Useful Possibilities (UP), spotlighting extraordinary teachers and leaders, athletes and activists, researchers and writers, filmmakers and engineers, and their groundbreaking projects.
UP recognizes individuals and teams who raise awareness and drive innovation in areas such as health and wellness, environmental science, spirituality, personal growth, and human rights.
We celebrate those who promote unity, tolerance, respectful collaboration, mindful living, and the [responsible] use of technology, social media, and modern marketing tools.
Honoring people and content that inspire us to be the very best versions of ourselves.
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Ted Corbitt: The Quiet Titan of Ultrarunning
Ted Corbitt, the "Father of Ultramarathon Running," revolutionized endurance sports with his record-setting performances and pioneering efforts in race measurement. A 1952 Olympian, he ran 100+ mile races before ultras were mainstream and logged 200-mile training weeks. His legacy lives on in modern distance running, inspiring athletes to push beyond limits with resilience and passion.