Interview with MSF (Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders)

Many running events have been cancelled since the pandemic has started.This is a very upsetting situation for many of us and we are glad that all of you have been understanding of this unique situation and keeping up the motivation to run and train.Due to the circumstances, we have started the World’s Marathons Virtual Series to offer the opportunity to run together virtually so that you can stay ...

Charity events – It's not always about the competition, run for a good cause.

Running for a charity can take different forms. It can mean participating in a charity run or running for a charity within a large commercial event. It can also be your own project where you embark on raising funds for a cause that is important to you.Charity run is a fundraising event which primary purpose is to raise money for a cause. This type of event is a great opportunity to gather hundreds...

The Rock'n'Roll Marathon series

Taking The World By Storm - A Great Race, A Great Cause The world of marathons changed dramatically in 1998. It was the year the Rock n Roll Marathon came into existence. Since then, it has grown to be more than just an event, it is a phenomenon, reaching across the United States and being held in over 30 cities. An annual event, people from around the globe flock to major cities to run in this i...

Women only marathons

No Boys Allowed… Races with female marathonersIf you are looking for an event to bond with like-minded female running enthusiasts, forget the testosterone and just enjoy the ride. Women only marathons are an amazing time to join forces with other girls, moms, daughters, even grandmothers. You can be as competitive as you want to be, so don’t be fooled by the lack of men.For most women only maratho...

Fighting cancer with 40 marathons in 2016

Thomas Alm celebrates his 40th anniversary with 40 endurance races In 2010, Thomas Alm’s life changed dramatically. His beloved mum passed away in cancer and to handle the sorrow, Thomas put on his running shoes, and as he put it, he just “ran, ran and ran”. The same year he completed his first marathon in New York (3:45:22). For Thomas, long distance running has become a great therapy and also g...