Fast Mexi Running - Que Paso?

Dearest fans I am sorry but this isn't another gem of a post regarding some mediocre performance by yours truly.  It's not even about me.  It is about something I am fascinated with:  Mexican Running.  Mexicans have a long tradition of running places and have an entirely different perspective than most of us Northerly neighbors do.  I could go on about it but I'll save that for another post, or the book I someday author on the subject.

Anyway, I came acrossed a couple articles that more than anything else solidified my thoughts that Mexican running has fallen by the wayside.  These hombres used to kick ass on an international level and then just dissappeared.  Not sure about things on the trail/mountain running front but when it comes to the streets and track they aren't even a shadow of the powerhouse they once were.

Here are links to the articles that attempt to explain que paso con los Mexicanos:

Part Uno

Part Dos

Really interesting stuff.  Probably mostly has to do with $$$ as both articles point out.  The comments are worth reading as well.  If Mexico can recreate the training programs that once pushed legendary performances or if the running bug spreads organically as it has in the US (particularly trail stuff) look out--there will be a slew of muchachos pushing the pace from the South.

A brief sidenote from running but Mexico's national soccer performances seem to also be lackluster these days too.  Come on Mexico!  Ponte trucha!  Echale ganas!