As in football, the instant replay has created controversy in racewalking. What happens is people videotape events and see people with their feet off the ground just a little bit. Explaining the rules, Smith looked hard at Diane Binet, 55. Binet used incorrect form three times and was disqualified. Some participants came to walking after injuries or arthritis ended their jogging careers.
Surgery frequently brings new athletes to the sport.
Doctors replaced both of Dell Donner's knees two years ago. Each bears an eight-inch scar down the front. And that's an accomplishment, Smith said. Someone told me racewalking was easier on the knees, so I stopped running and started trying to racewalk. He didn't mind the transition from graceful runner to hip-shaking walker.