Running Shoes for a Marathon
Approximately two months ago, I participated in and completed my first marathon. I grew up playing soccer and had run a little track back in middle school, but had never before completed a race longer than a 5K.
How Anyone Can Train for a Walking Marathon
A marathon sounds intimidating, but that only makes the possibility of completing one all the more attractive, and impressive. You don't have to be an athlete to train for, and complete, a marathon. You can even be overweight, out-of-shape, and an all-around couch potato. All you need is determination and the will to stick to your training program.
Annual Steamboat Springs Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K Run and Walk on Sunday June 3, 2007
Athletes are already training for Colorado's largest running series, the Steamboat Springs Running Series, the highlight of which is the 26th Annual Steamboat Springs Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K Run and Walk, Sunday June 3, 2007.
America's Marathon Man Turns 60, Celebrates by Running 60 Miles and Creating a Foundation for Kids
America's Marathon Man, Jerry Dunn, is serious about making a difference in the lives of young people everywhere. "Our kids are our future, and I don't think they're FIT for the job. If I can provide some opportunities for them, and their parents, to develop healthier habits, then I'll feel like I've Dunn my job. If it takes me running around in circles for 12 hours to get peoples attention, then that's what I'll do."
First Seamless Running Skirt Debuts at Los Angeles Marathon
Zensah® revolutionizes women's running by creating the first seamless running skirt
Home Based Business Development Is A Marathon, Not A Sprint
During the last several years, in the course of helping thousands of people start up home based businesses, I have seen the same situation occur over and over again.
Why Run a Marathon
Why run a marathon?This is the question most of the people I know asked me, when I first announced I wanted to run one. Having completed (only just) a half marathon at the age of 18.Since then I have had a very on-off relationship with running, more off then on. Briefly taking it up in an attempt to get fit and/or lose weight.Three years ago, a friend and colleague Ronan and I managed to talk each other into entering the London 10K Bupa Featbeat (as it was known then), and we even started to train together during work lunchtimes and then individually over the weekend. We embarked upon an 8 week fairly easy training schedule, and we both wanted to complete the race in under an hour. The first couple of weeks of training were pretty hard as ...
Training For An Ultra Marathon
Marathons are traditionally 26.2 miles. To some, the marathon represents the ultimate running challenge. But to others, namely people who have run several marathons, they simply aren?t challenging anymore. For these people, running ultra marathons is the answer.
Local Fitness Club Hosts Marathon, Raises Money For Charity
Ellipse Fitness, which has four locations in Wisconsin, recently held their first annual "Victory Over Violence" fitness marathon to benefit Harbor House Domestic Abuse Programs. The fitness clubs raised $7,000, which will go towards the charity's programs and services.
Renaissance Houston Hotel Greenway Plaza to Team Up with the Chevron Houston Marathon for 13th Annual Race
This year, Renaissance Houston Hotel is partnering with the Chevron Houston Marathon to produce an exclusive package deal for anyone involved in the 2008 annual marathon which is slated to take place Sunday, January 13, 2007.
Man to Run New York Marathon Carrying Backpack with 30 lbs of Textbooks as Protest Against Textbook Costs
To protest the high cost of college textbooks, Andre Ditto, a 47-year-old vegan personal trainer, plans to complete the ING New York City Marathon on November 4 carrying a backpack loaded with textbooks equivalent in weight to 16 bricks. In return, CaféScribe (http://www.cafescribe.com), a web site that promotes electronic textbooks, will pay for a year's worth of textbooks for Ditto's daughter, a biology major at Howard University.
Amputee Runner Shatters More Records at Chicago Marathon
On a chilly windy day at the Chicago Marathon on Sunday October 22, Amy Palmerio-Winters, of Meadville, PA shattered another marathon record for female amputee runners. Running on two broken toes not completely healed on her non-amputated leg, and spending Thursday and Friday in the hospital due to anaphylactic shock, Ms. Palmerio-Winters finished the LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon in a time of 3 hours 4 minutes and 16 seconds placing 34th in her age group and 148th in the entire field of able-bodied female marathoners.
Best Running Shoes For Flat Feet
People were born with different physical characteristics in their bodies. With regards to feet considerations, you may be blessed (or cursed) to have a flat foot. In accordance with this aspect of biological uniqueness, the best running shoes for flat feet should be used for optimum comfort and convenience.
Announcing a Marvel in Tahiti and News About the Las Vegas Marathon
The people of New York City and the people of Tahiti! Thanks to Air Tahiti Nui's non-stop flight to Papeete, there will be no more delays in reaching your destination with speed and efficiency. Awaiting your visit are lush green peaks, cascading waterfalls, rippling turquoise lagoons, and best of all, a warm Tahitian greeting.
It Keeps You Running: Rock 'n' Roll Marathon in San Diego Celebrating 10 Years
A world-class running event and world-class destination make for a one-of-a-kind experience. Race promotes lasting impact on runners and the running industry.