We had the pleasure to interview the world-renowned marathoner Hugh Jones who holds the position of Secretary AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Distance Races). AIMS is a member-based organization of more than 400 of the world’s leading distance long-distance races, from over 100 coun...
There is a complex vocabulary associated with running that can be perplexing for some when discussing running-specific topics. Whether conversing with non-runners or runners alike, some may confuse the terminology related to running. There are several words and phrases used in the running culture fr...
Running has numerous health benefits including improving your cardiovascular conditioning, providing an outlet for stress relief, and being a tool for weight management. However, running is considered to be a high impact sport, this means with every step you take you increase the forces the joints n...
Pregnancy is a miraculous process that allows families to grow and ultimately, bring joy and happiness upon the birth of your newborn. Of course, it will be of top priority for you to want to take the proper steps and precautions to make sure you provide a safe environment for your baby to develop a...
Running the popular distance of 5-kilometers, or more commonly referred to as 5k, is beneficial for all from beginners up to elites. This is a favorable distance to train for due to the ease, convenience, and the minimal training time necessary compared to that of longer races. The 5k race is also a...
Many runners are disappointed because marathons around the world have been postponed or cancelled. Training for this type of race requires not only physical effort, but also mental and psychological preparation and it is understandably frustrating not to be able to compete in the most awaited race o...
All runners had to start somewhere. While maybe elite runners have been performing a grade above all else since leaving the womb, the rest of us took to running as a new activity for a myriad of reasons. Maybe it began during the Covid-19 Pandemic and the only way to be outside was to start by exerc...
Whether you are searching for alternatives to bring different workouts to your training program or recovering from an injury, there are plenty of options you can do indoors. Sometimes, a little bit of change can spice up your training routine and give you extra motivation to keep going.Cross-trainin...
Running is a relatively easy enough sport to engage in as you just need a pair of trainers and to put one foot in front of the other once you step out the door. However, training to get better, faster, and stronger in the sport may be more challenging without the right coaching and advice. Luckily, ...
In 1817, Sir William Cubitt, an eminent British civil engineer, designed a machine called treadwheel to reform idle prisoners and use their power to be productive. Their work was used to pump water and grind grains, the reason why the machine was later called a treadmill. Some say a certain prison g...
If you have been stuck at home due to social distancing measures over the past couple of weeks due to COVID-19, you aren't alone. Many races have been canceled or postponed and for some countries, there are restrictions of not being able to even go outside for a walk or run. If you are getting a bit...
Trail runs are generally done outside of cities, in wilderness or remote areas where you run through various types of terrain, from forest fire roads to dirt single tracks in sand, gravel, mud or snow.Although road running may offer an interesting view of urban landscape and different forms of archi...
Back in the 2000s, Stephen Seiler, a professor in Sports Science at University of Agder, Norway, started to investigate more about endurance training structure and intensity distribution by observing the training routine of elite athletes such as cyclists, rowers, XC skiers and distance runners. Sei...
Athletes who push their bodies to the extremes know they need to work hard and recover even harder. Aside from eating proper nutrients, getting massages, foam rolling, and stretching, sleeping is the fundamental time period of recovery. During sleep, our bodies, after all the exertion we've placed o...
Hard-work and dedication help a runner to achieve enjoyment in the sport as well as contribute to a competitive edge in developing strength and speed. With most marathon training programs there are often a couple of weekly high-intensity workouts in addition to a long run session. We all know recove...
Strength training for runners is one of the most important training components to prevent injuries and improve performance. Recent studies have shown that heavy resistance, explosive resistance and plyometric training should be considered to be part of a training program for endurance runners as wel...
All runners, regardless of their fitness level or running background, who want to dive into both crazy and rewarding universe of long distance running should consider adopting a structured training program known as periodization.Training periodization is about organizing your training plan in blocks...
Ultramarathon is any race longer than the usual 42.195 kilometres which certainly makes this type of race physically as well as mentally demanding. However, it has become more popular throughout the years amongst runners who want to take a step further into their challenging goals.Some people still ...
There are many reasons why an individual chooses to run. He or she may begin running as a way to start a new and healthy lifestyle. He or she may run to test his or her limitations and train to push beyond. He or she may even use the time while running as a form of a therapeutic escape from reality,...
The rainy season is arriving and you cannot cope with the idea of becoming a victim of the treadmill? Although it is hard to take the first step in what is far from being the perfect weather conditions for training or racing, running in the rain can be rewarding and beneficial. Your body temperature...
There are probably two main reasons you are reading this article: you are approaching 40 or you have already got there. Although growing older is the undeniable natural course of life, ageing is not the golden dream of any person on this planet. Our metabolism will naturally slow down at this stage ...
How to Train for an UltraUltramarathons, although officially having begun back in 1926, have become ever more popular in our current day with more than 70,000 people participating in ultra races each year and internationally on all 7 continents. When a runner has successfully completed race goals th...
Getting injured is the reality of an athlete. The repetitive movements put a lot of stress on muscles, joints, tendons, and ligaments. The human body is designed to adapt to stress, however training stress should be gradually increased in small doses. When you apply more stress than your body can ha...
There often comes a time in a brave runner's life when the idea of running the iconic marathon distance of 42-kilometers pops into his or her head. Perhaps you are this runner. Maybe you have done all your due diligence and have taken the many steps to lead you up to the ultimate decision in signing...
Most of us know that time is a precious commodity. Our lives are filled to the brim with work, errands, chores, families, an occasional birthday party or two and more. Now imagine you are a beginner runner and wanting to train for your first 5k or being a more experienced runner and looking to achie...
For some runners, running is the best time of the day to be with their own thoughts, to be apart from the madness of everyday life, to build some space and silence within themselves. Running can be a great opportunity to consistently train the ability of abstracting from the useless information and ...
All runners who take their training seriously know that in order to improve performance and avoid injury, a program of complementary activities is needed and that includes muscle strengthening and stretching exercises. Yoga can help with the above, boost your agility, improve joint flexibility, decr...
Race courses are designed to set a challenge for runners whether it be about distance, terrain, or speed. When runners are searching for a “fast” course, most often the race and its course are advertised as flat, with little to no elevation, and an overall greater net descent. Meaning the course pro...
Training for a marathon requires a whole lot of commitment, time, and perseverance. But the good news is that as grueling as it can be, some things will not only help to make training less punishing; they will help you weather any storm, keep your spirits up, and, well, just make things more enjoyab...
When it comes to running advice and shared knowledge, there are a vast number of things we all just assume are correct, which might not be. Not only might the myths be stopping you from hitting the pavement and training for a marathon, they might also be limiting your ability to go faster and run ha...
Every runner has an Achilles heel, even if it is not an actual heel. When you run, those muscles that are strongest tend to take over, which is a good thing because it allows you to hit the pavement over and over. But those muscles that aren’t pulling their weight will continue to weaken. When that ...
What runners know, and non-runners might not, is the mental peace that comes after making it home after a great run! Most people understand the physical health benefits of running, but there are a vast number of emotional and mental ones too. Not only are runners' brains more focused; they are less ...
Running is a sport that comes naturally to most people. But that doesn’t mean that there aren’t things that you might be doing that are inadvertently keeping you from excelling when you hit the pavement. To enhance your performance, make sure to avoid these ten things that you might be doing wrong a...
There is something magical about seeing a city from a runner’s perspective. But there is nothing magical about being injured by a motorist when making your way from end to end. If you want to strap on your shoes and hit the streets running; it is essential to have your wits about you! These safety t...
Many runners get frustrated by their inability to build endurance for long distances like a half marathon or even a full marathon. If you feel as if you have hit a plateau and are having a difficult time pushing your limits, these are eleven things that you can do to go farther, go faster, and make ...
Some of the most significant reasons why you get stalled on your road to training for a race event are due to wear and tear stress and injuries. The best way to keep on, keeping on, is to know how to prevent injury and those little things that can physically slow you down. Curcumin is an excellent s...
A recent study released in the Journal of Nutritional Sciences related to an experiment done in the UK poses some exciting information about limiting the window of time you eat during the day. Based on the findings, you can lose body fat and increase lean muscle mass even if you make no other change...
The newest “it” supplement in the health and beauty industry is collagen. Whenever a new supplement takes off like wildfire, you have to stop and ask yourself whether the reports of its wealth are real or just hype. Collagen supplement manufacturers claim that it can help with everything from skin, ...
Most runners are happy to see that the frigid weather of the winter is giving way to the warmer temperatures of spring and summer. But, that means that the cold will soon switch to soaring temperatures. Not just about the heat, when things start to get hot, you have to worry about things like humidi...
Training for a marathon isn’t just about acquiring miles. In fact, if that is the only training that you do, then chances are good you might never make it across the finish line. Just like any event in life, there is a lot of planning and preparation that goes into crossing the finish line. Sometime...
Runners are a different breed. Kind of like “horse people,” they run to a different drum, literally. When other people see rain or hot weather they think, "What a good day to sit on the couch and watch television". Die hard runners think “Water and sweat!”. As you get older, as hard as it is...
If you are like me, the very last thing that you are thinking about in late July, early August, is about getting out on the mirage looking black pavement to train your heart out in the heat. But, it is in the little challenges where victory is found. If you want to hit marathon season with a running...
You know where the phrase “like you’re running a marathon” comes from? It is because when the starter gun goes off, there is a drive that makes you want to hit the pavement with force and never look back. Most of us have visions of grandeur of leaving the rest of the pack in the dust. But, does a go...
There is no denying that tight muscles are a runner’s worst enemy. When a muscle is short and tight, it is much weaker than when it is extended. That makes a tight muscle more prone to strain or injury that can leave even the most seasoned athlete on the bench. It is not uncommon for your muscles to...
As the record stands now, the world record for a marathon is 2 hours 2 minutes and 57 seconds. Set in 2014 at the Berlin Marathon, a Kenyan native Dennis Kimetto set the world on fire crossing the finish line in record speed. But, a new initiative called the Sub2 Project is underway to attempt to br...
If you haven’t seen the movie “Forest Gump,” first of all, you should. Second, in the movie the main character Forest is supposedly the one who began the running craze of the 80s. One of the many things a zany character who is always in the right place at the right time is credited with, running bec...
What every runner has always anticipated with fear is the day when they can no longer strap on their shoes and do their regular run. For some, it happens at the age of 30, while others age doesn’t seem ever to slow them down. So, what is the secret to continuing to run for a lifetime? There is a mix...
Running Trackers Broken Down By Gender And GoalEven those who run for pleasure like to gauge their progress. If you are training for a race or are just trying to up your fitness level, running trackers have come a long way and can be a very useful tool. Much more fun than they used to be, not only d...
What Overtraining Is And How It Affects Your Running Goals Exercise is always good for you, right? The truth is that too much of anything isn’t good for anyone. If you are training for a marathon or a racing event and going overboard, you are working against your goals instead of toward them. Train...
How to best plan Your Half Marathon Training A half marathon is something that puts runners into a more elite category. Most people think about running five miles as a challenge, for seasoned runners, a half marathon is something that is a bit more than what they are used to. Whether you are new to...
How Long Is A Marathon? Marathon In Kilometer and miles The first question that anyone who is considering challenging themselves to a marathon is likely to ask is “How long is a marathon?” The question is an easy one to answer; 26.2 miles long. That translates into 42.195 kilometers. The distance i...
When You Go You Only Get To Take One Thing, Make Sure For An Ultra It Is The Right Pair Of Shoes Ask anyone who wasn’t born with running in their soul what they think about an ultra marathon and you are likely to hear things like “crazy” or “insane.” Ultra marathoners were created, not made. They a...
Treat Your Body Well And It Will Do The Same If you have committed to running a marathon, you know that it is no small commitment to make. Training for a marathon takes persistence, drive, and above all, the ability to push yourself when you would rather just sit on the couch. If you want your body...
Eat More Will You? A Guide To Marathon Nutrition For Women Runners I am going to tell you something you aren’t going to like very much; you have to eat more. As women, we are often trained that less is more when it comes to what we put in our mouths. Unfortunately, many women hit the pavements to e...
Don’t Leave Home Without Them… Ultra Marathon Equipment Must Haves Likely those who participated in the first marathon centuries ago didn’t have the modern conveniences that we have today. Being followed by chariots and having nothing but their feet to run on, things have come a long way. If you ar...
Marathon Training For True Beginners There are people who were born to run and then there are the rest of us. Many use the marathon on their bucket list of challenges to accomplish. If you are someone who is a true running novice, welcome. Running is something that once you get the hang of, it will...
Be One With Nature By Running As Nature Intended, Just Make Sure To Take It Slow And Smart When you think about the way that our ancient ancestors ran, it wasn’t with a good pair of running shoes on their feet. Likely, instead of wearing their homemade leather moccasins that only slowed them down, ...
Not A One Shoe Fits All Proposition - Choosing The Right Marathon Shoe Is Easier Said Than Done There is nothing that is more important to a good run than a good pair of running shoes. The problem with running shoes is that they have to be broken in enough, but not worn out. It seems that by the ti...
If you are heading out on the trail, the same holds true for running then everything else in life, have a plan. There is nothing that can squelch the pleasure of putting feet to pavement more than getting half way in the run and having an outfit malfunction, or not being prepared for something that ...
Starting Slow And Building The mistake that most of us make when starting a new venture is that we go all out. We get excited about something and, instead of being methodical and taking the time needed, we rush into it head first. It is important when you make any new commitment to put your heart i...
Running A Marathon For The First Time Many people take on the goal of running a marathon, but not many understand the commitment that it takes. For a runner at heart, running just a little farther may not seem like such a big deal. What those who have made a lifetime out of running, and those who j...
Running a marathon takes a tremendous amount of courage, due diligence, hard work and preparation, and mostly a lot of dedication. These traits are by no means any different for wheelchair marathoners as well. Regardless of how you go about participating in a marathon, you need to train properly and...
The official ITP of 2019 Shanghai International Marathon, ZX-Tour offers two packages for this amazing event:- Two nights Shared Twin Room with guaranteed ticket for Marathon or 10k distance- Two nights Single Room with guaranteed ticket for Marathon or 10k distanceBuy accommodation packages for Sha...
Running a marathon takes commitment, drive and determination. But it doesn’t have to be all hard work. After all the training, hitting the pavement even when you don’t feel like it, and sacrifice that it sometimes takes to be marathon-ready, you should treat yourself. The best way to do that is to m...
From the outside, it might look like we runners just love to run no matter what. The dirty little secret that we all hold is that running isn’t always that enjoyable. When the cold winter months roll around, we too have that little voice inside that says “well maybe we should just skip it today”. Bu...
On the label of most sports drinks, the word “electrolytes” is front and center. If you haven’t paid much attention to your electrolytes, or the balance of them, you should. As the weather starts to heat up outside, if you are running long distance or in extreme temperatures, electrolytes, and the b...
Runners know one thing that non runners don’t, running is one of the best cures for whatever ails your worried mind. There is nothing more freeing than strapping on your shoes and going running to clear your head and to chase away emotional anxiety. Not just about the “runners high”, which undoubted...
On Sunday the 28th of October 2015 will take place the 2nd edition of the Pauwels Consulting Ghent Marathon. The 1e edition was already a big success and brought about 7.000 runners to Ghent.For the 2nd edition that challenge will be even bigger. Marathonman Stefaan Engels, faceand organisor of the ...
Come discover Porto together with your running tour hosts Sergio and the guides working with him. Discover this beautiful cobblestoned streets in the North of Portugal together with local runners who know their way around and who will be able to show you all the hidden gems you want to discover. The...
Come discover Paris together with your running tour hosts Andréa, Hamidou and Chabane! You will discover the sights you just cannot miss, in the most beautiful and romantic city of the world. We will show and teach you more about the main Parisian landmarks while running the calm morning streets of ...
Sometimes, things simply do not go as planned. You miss that special race you were looking forward to giving your best. It may happen because of an injury or illness or even worse, because of a pandemic. The latter can rapidly spread worldwide, deeply affecting families and communities in every coun...
Like it or not, the world is facing a coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic. This is a crisis that is unlike anything we have experienced during this lifetime. Considering there is an unknown timeframe to this, we have to face the inevitable facts that the changes we are experiencing are affecting the ent...
Our thoughts go out to all those who have been affected by the outbreak of COVID-19 and to the healthcare workers who are at the front line of the fight against the virus.Many of you will have been affected in your personal life or as runners. Just like you, we are passionate about running, ...
The earliest recorded wine dates back to 6000 B.C. while the first recalled account of brewing beer is speculated to have started somewhere between 3500 to 2500 B.C. The first marathon in Greece was in 490 B.C. and while alcohol has been around considerably longer, nevertheless, it has played a part...
Runners who are seriously committed to training and racing are always looking for new ways to improve their performance whether it is better running gear or a different training methodology approach. When it comes to collecting training data, running devices companies are massively investing in inno...
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...
It is not uncommon to find elite runners and athletes living and training in high altitudes. Scientific evidence has proven that there are several benefits physiologically to training at altitude which improves overall athletic performance. While long-distance running has been growing in popularity ...
From 1 mile to ultra runs, there are numerous options when choosing the right type of running race for you. Running, although a mostly solo sport, can become fiercely competitive when it becomes a race. There are several categories, distances, sizes, prices, and travel accommodations to consider whe...
Zurich Málaga Marathon is celebrating its most special edition yet! On December 15th, 2019 the Andalusian competition is taking place as an IAAF Bronze labeled event for the first time ever. This places Zurich Málaga Marathon amongst the top endurance events in the world.What does make Zurich Málaga...
Summer is already in full swing. If you are looking for your summer running destination, time is running out. If you spent your spring training and getting ready for your next great race, don’t blow it now by failing to register and missing the boat. These are the best summer running destinations wo...
Tour E Package - 5 days 4 nightsThe Halong Bay Heritage Marathon, held on the 24th of November 2019 will give you the unique opportunity to discover one of the seven wonders in the world and on the same time set your personal record.The running course has been designed to run over Bai Chay Bridge, t...
If you are going to go through the rigors of training, why not make your next marathon a destination to remember? If you are looking to add a marathon to your bucket list of things to do, then the Midnight Sun Marathon is a once in a lifetime experience! The event is held in June in Tromso, Norway w...
The Puffin Run is a 20km trail run and relay race around Heimaey, the biggest island of the Westman Islands.Read more here This year will be the second year of this event, after a very successful first race in 2018. The Westman Islands are a stunning place to visit, with beautiful nature steeped i...
The Jönköping Marathon is one of the larges races in Northern Europe and gives you a chance to experience the heart of Sweden and the beautiful city of Jönköping in a half or full marathon. The town is famous for its friendly vibe and the local crowds will surely raise you to the next level! This fi...
"If you look at the course profile we have a cumulative elevation gain of 340 metres which is almost half of what is required for a European Championships in mountain running. For us it didn’t really make sense to have a very flat and fast course because that’s just repetition of what we see on ...
Belize has a rich variety of wildlife because of its unique position between North and South America and a wide range of climates and habitats for plant and animal life. The Chiquibul Challenge Marathon is a charity event to support Scarlet Macaw Conservation work for two very special organizations;...
Like so many things in the Czech Republic, the story of the Prague International Marathon’s birth has taken on legendary status. On a misty winter’s night in 1994, Carlo Capalbo and Gelindo Bordin, the Italian Olympic champion, came upon the idea of launching a marathon in the tradition of New York ...
From being the only Gold Label Event Race in India to being the part of AbbottWMM Wanda Age Group World Rankings, TATA Mumbai Marathon is amongst the top 10 marathons of the world. Adding to its stature is the splendid prize money of the marathon of Rs. 4,05,000 which makes it a grand experience of ...
The Airtel Delhi Half Marathon is one of the world’s most prestigious half marathon. This US$ 280,000 race is India’s only IAAF Gold Label Half Marathon. Known to be one of the fastest courses in the world, the event has become a permanent fixture for world-class athletes and India’s best. The race ...
The annual International Roads to Rhodes Marathon is a vital part of the proud Greece Marathon heritage. Next year, 2019, the race organizers hope to attract runners from more than 30 nations who will run along the seaside of the Aegean Sea. The organizing team is working hard to fill the Marathon ...
Sign upWhen was the first race and how come the race started?Our first edition of the Ghent Marathon race took place last year, Saturday the 28th of October 2017. The Belgian Guinness World record Marathonman named Stefaan Engels, the face and organiser of the Ghent Marathon, dreamed of organising a...
On September 9th, Vilnius Marathon will take place in the beautiful capital of Lithuania. The race is a part of the celebration of the 100 year anniversary of the restored statehood of the Baltic states. As a runner you will experience a flatter and faster route lined by cheering crowds. We spoke wi...
The Sports Marketing Awards 2018 were presented, at a spectacular ceremony that took place in Athens on Thursday, June 28. The Radisson Blu Larnaka International Marathon reached the top of the competition for quality of the event, and is awarded with two prizes. The Gold Award for the “Individual S...
First across the finish line of the IAAF Gold Label Mattoni Olomouc Half Marathon was RunCzech Racing team member Stephen Kiprop breaking the race record with a time of 1:00:15. Meanwhile Ethiopian runner Netsanet Gudeta proved herself the best among the women securing a confident victory. When it c...
This year Tallinn marathon will be will be celebrating the Republic of Estonia's 100th anniversary by having all participants run in the national flag colours. They are expecting to have more than 5000 tourists run and take part in the celebration.Sign up for Tallinn MarathonWhen was the first race ...
Run, party or support the thousand runners who will be crossing your street on Sunday the 28th of October 2018 during the Ghent Marathon and make it even greater by inviting your neighbours in your street to join the party. The Pauwels Consulting Ghent Marathon will become one big neighbourhood part...
Run, party or support the thousands of runners who will be crossing your street on Sunday the 28th of October 2018 during the Ghent Marathon and make it even greater by inviting your neighbours in your street to join the party. The Pauwels Consulting Ghent Marathon will become one big neighbourhood ...
Run, party or support the thousand runners who will be crossing your street on Sunday the 28th of October 2018 during the Ghent Marathon and make it even greater by inviting your neighbours in your street to join the party. The Pauwels Consulting Ghent Marathon will become one big neighbourhood part...
Run, party or supporter the thousand runners who will be crossing your street on Sunday the 28th of October 2018 during the Ghent Marathon and make it even greater by inviting your neighbours in your street to join the party. The Pauwels Consulting Ghent Marathon will become one big neighbourhood pa...
To anyone it may concern...The day of a race is a very special day indeed. Especially if you have trained for that specific race for a long time and prepared yourself both mentally and physically. Most more experienced runners have their routines set and follow them meticulously without compromise. ...
Belgium is a hidden gem in Europe that might not be on every runner's radar, but it should be. Belgium is known for its dark, brooding exterior, medieval ambiance, and architecture that is unique and somewhat chaotic. Home to NATO and the European Union headquarters, it is a sight unlike any other i...
For someone who is looking for the perfect challenge to take them from an urban run to an uphill battle, the Brussels Marathon is one to add to the list. Not just for the racers, the entire town joins in the celebration with people set on both sides of the tracks not just be spectators, but to cheer...
Brussels marathon in the heart of EuropeThe Brussels Marathon has been going strong since it was first laid out in 2004. The race is run through the downtown area with spectators cheering the racers to the finish line. But, the reason that many marathon enthusiasts choose the Brussels Marathon is th...
In 72 hours and 333 Km in length, La Ultra – The High takes runners to the high mountain passes of Ladakh a massive cold desert, part of The Great Himalayan mountain range in India. The race is as brutal as it is beautiful. It can make you experience 40 degree C heat and take you to Minus 12 C cold ...
When the ASICS Stockholm Marathon is held for the 40th time on June 2nd 2018, one runner will guaranteed be mentioned despite that he stopped running as an elite years ago; Anders Szalkai. During his successful career, he participated in the Olympic Games, ran 70 different marathons around the world...
British Hugh Jones held the record in ASICS Stockholm Marathon for 33 years(!). He is one of the world's best marathon runners and continuous to be a vital part of the long-distance running industry. When Stockholm Marathon celebrates it’s 40th jubilee, Hugh has been the one who has approved and con...
Annually, 850 brave runners join the LGT Alpine Marathon in the tiny European country of Liechtenstein. The race is a true challenge with an altitude difference of 1870 meters and track along a beautiful, yet demanding alpine area. When you pass the finishing line, you have ran across almost the ent...
How the race earned the crown in the world of marathonsThe very start of London Marathon in 1981 attracted 6,300 runners; a majority of them “skinny men in dodgy shorts”. The 2018 Virgin Money London Marathon has over 386 000 applicants, nearly half of them women and is one of the most iconic sport ...
Worldsmarathons.com is proud to offer an opportunity to run the premier of Radisson Blu Larnaka Marathon, hosted on the vibrant southern coast of Cyprus. Larnaka is the islands 3rd largest city and is famous for its palm-tree seafront, and sights such as the Church of Saint Lazarus, the Hala Sultan ...
City travelers, football fans, music lovers and marathon runners have all reason to meet up in Manchester on October 15th 2017, when it's time for the Manchester Half Marathon. The race is renowned as one of the “fastest, flattest and friendliest” in the world. Following the success of the Greater M...
Norway's nature with fjords, mountain ranges and the proximity to Nordic sea is world-renowned and attracts millions of visitors each year. The Knarvikmila Half Marathon is yet another reason to travel to Norway. The race gives you an opportunity to run next to the sea and explore the unique fjord l...
Vilnius Marathon in Lithuania is one of the fastest growing marathon events in the Baltic region and the total number of runners now exceeded 16,000. Vilnius Marathon started in 2001 as a 10K race and has since grown year by year – both in length and number of participants and spectators. Vilnius is...
Could there be anything better than running a marathon in the country where both the Olympic Games and the marathon saw the light of the day. And in addition, be seduced by the beautiful Mediterranean sea and be able to sense the tide of history all along the same course. The race which meets all th...
Edinburgh Marathon Festival. An IAAF Bronze Label European road marathon. Maybe a bit less known if comparing it to other marathons, but I guess it's one you should add to your bucket list after all. Maybe I even liked to run this marathon the most of the marathons I ran so far. Scotland is an aweso...
Emil Zatopek said, “If you want to run, run a mile. If you want to experience a different life, run a marathon.” And how about running a marathon in the Balkan region of the Republic of Macedonia that has large and high mountain massifs giving way to extensive, flat valleys and plains? Aha! That’s m...
Fred Lebo rightly said, “Few things in life match the thrill of a marathon.” And what if the marathon run route stretches along the Mediterranean Sea coastline and promenade of Southern Cyprus’ most lively port town Limassol? You couldn’t have asked for more, isn’t it? If one of your bucket-list goa...
3rd annual Wexford MarathonIreland is known for Gaelic football, hurling, horse races, golf and endurance racing. The Wexford Marathon on June 11 is a strong newcomer to the Irish marathon scene and is organized for the third year in 2017. The race starts at the "Quay front" in the middle of...
For those who wants to run a fast half marathon in 2017, close to the sea in the middle of a big city, combining history, culture and a sport heritage, the choice is quite simple. The Helsinki Half Marathon meets all requirements on June 10th and will in addition give you an opportunity to participa...
This year's edition of ASICS Stockholm Marathon will be the last time for you to experience the classic two lap course. When the marathon will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2018 it will be on a totally new race route. Less repetition, new areas in the central parts of Stockholm and fewer steep c...
Every May the streets of Skopje is crowded with thousands of runners taking part in the Wizz Air Skopje Marathon. It’s the biggest sport event of the country attracting not only a lot of runners but also a cheerful crowd who support the runners from start to crossing the finish line1. Promotion team...
Ephesus Ultra Trail Run offers everything from distances for everyone, to UNESCO World Heritage Site, pittoresque villages and closeness to the ocean. Ephesus Ultra Trail run is perfect for an active spring getaway and takes place on the 17th of March 2017.1. UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SI...
Taking Recreational Running To The Extreme, Marie Wallin Is Going From Casual Runner To Elite MarathonerMost of the people that I know can barely run to the mailbox, little less ever dream of running a marathon. That is why, when someone makes the commitment to take their recreational runs to a new ...
Which Type Of Road Race Is Right For You - Distance Or Something More Challenging?If I had a dime for every time someone told me “I am just not a runner,” I would be a very wealthy woman. There are many people who believe that you are either born a runner or not. While I will grant that there are in...
The LA marathon’s up hills were many and long, but the overall experience is very hard to beat This year's LA Marathon had the perfect timing considering my busy running schedule. The Olympics qualifying for US was planned to take place in February, which pushed the Los Angeles Marathon back a mont...
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 ...
What Are The Rules for joining the Boston Marathon - The World’s Most Favorite race?Not everyone can compete in the Boston Marathon. That may be one of the biggest allures that elite marathoners like about it. You have to qualify in other qualifying races to make it to the starting line and you have...
Wheelchair Marathon Enthusiasts have many races to explore You’ve never been limited by anything before. A marathon is a huge accomplishment and if you have made it your goal, the good news is that there are many marathons with a wheelchair division. There are hundreds of marathons across the Ameri...
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 a marathoner you probably have heard the phrase “the big 5” before. It refers to the biggest 5 marathon races in the world: Berlin, Boston, Chicago, London and New York City. These big 5 are about so much more than just the race themselves. They are about the camaraderie, the event itself, and th...
The Difference Between A Marathon and An Ultra Marathon Most of us would consider any marathon an ultra event, but there is a difference between a marathon and an ultra marathon. An ultra marathon is an event that is longer than the regulatory length of 26.219 miles, or 42.195 kilometers. They are ...
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced runner, a balanced diet is not only important for keeping your body healthy, but it is crucial for improving overall performance. Regardless of how hard you are training, eating the right food to keep yourself well nourished is vital.One of the most impor...
There are so many aspects that go into marathon training. First off, there is the decision in making and choosing the right marathon course and season to participate in. Once you have decided where and when you will run, the ultimate commitment for the athlete comes from registering and paying for t...
Athletes and runners work and train several hours a week to put forward their best efforts when it comes to competing. Aside from intense training, often just daily life just makes us feel overwhelmed and tired when we have jobs and families to tend to as well. In fact, for many of us, we would attr...
What did we do before Motrin and Tylenol? Quite arguably we just sucked it up and hobbled. But just because anti-inflammatories help to get us through the aches and pains of every day, that doesn't mean we should take them every day. Over-the-counter NSAIDs are really designed for short-term use. Bu...
If you are an avid runner or training for a race, you might have a hard time telling yourself to sit it out once in a while. Those who hit the pavement even when their body is saying “No,” not only run a high risk of injury, they might be overtraining. And, overtraining can lead to a degradation of ...
If you are not a natural runner and are considering whether you should give it a try, or as many people do, have a marathon on your bucket to-do list and you need a little incentive, there are a vast number of benefits that you get from running. Not only do you get the runner’s euphoric high that ju...
The older I get, the more I marvel at how a child can trip, twist, bend, catch themselves, and end up upright every time. Like a cat with nine lives, children have the agility that is miraculous to those of us who haven’t seen childhood in some time. As you get older, your muscles become more like r...
The newest thing in the athletic world is compression everything. About two years ago I started having a hard time with my calf muscles. Every time that I would go for a long distance run, there was almost like a tear in my calf, and suddenly I would have a hard time walking, and running was out of ...
Even those who aren’t into health have heard about “free radicals”. Not the type that carries picket signs and always have a cause, free radicals are cells in the body that can wreck havoc. A free radical is a molecule in the body that doesn’t have a matching pair. Molecules are comprised of a posit...
Nowadays there's a whole World of technology inside our phones that can motivate us to get through a tough race and help us reach our running goals. Here are 3 fun and useful iPhone running apps:Zombies Run is a fun app that offers an immersive running experience to those runners that could use a li...
Muscle Strain Or Trigger Point, How To Know The Difference Runners are notorious for running through pain. The problem with our stamina is that we often end up injuring ourselves or creating a scenario whereby we are in constant pain. If you are feeling a muscle pull that simply won’t go away no ma...
Runners are notorious for getting caught up in the runner’s high but don't forget your nutrition The very reason we love running may be the reason that we end up not taking care of ourselves the way that we should. Whether you are training for a marathon, a 5k, or any event, it is important that you...
Would you like to run the streets of Finland’s capital and enjoy the clean air and the beautiful sea views while running? If yes, Finland’s number one marathon, the 40th Helsinki City Marathon or Helsinki City Running Day’s other distances on October 3rd would be the perfect option for you. Let us t...
This year's Reggae-Jamaica Marathon took place on December 8th, 2019 in Negril, Jamaica. A very special place to run a marathon, because here in Jamaica the 8-time Olympic champion and 11-time “sprint world champion” Usain Bolt was born. Negril is located in the west of the island, about 70 kilomete...
There are two types of runners: those who like running in the cold and those who don't. The winter, in particular, leaves us with decreased daylight and colder days, so it is no wonder a majority of people become less motivated to run outside. However, running races hold no seasonal discrimination. ...
As life starts to get hectic, the first thing that tends to go is exercise. And if you are traveling for work, when you get home, you probably want to spend some much-needed time with friends and family. The good news is there is a way to get your workout in, while at a conference and see an entire ...
The Indian economy is thriving – and so is the running industry! This exciting market offers new experiences for long-distance runners and an opportunity to discover both the vibrant mega cities and India’s amazing landscapes. But starting a race in this crowded country is not a “walk in the park”. ...
Running a marathon is not something that just anyone can do. It is a challenging feat, and one that comes with great admiration. For those who have run marathons, you know that it is not something that you just decide one day to do, and set out on the pavement. It is an event that you have to train ...
Let us start out by taking a moment to calculate how many thoughts you create over a period of one hour, then consider how many you have in two, three, of four hours of your day? Probably a whole heck of a lot. Now imagine your thoughts over that period of time while you are performing your long-dis...
The 15th Brussels Airport Marathon & Half Marathon will take place on 28th October 2018. Together with title partner, Brussels Airport, the organisation has made a conscious choice for change. The finish line shall therefore relocate to the Parc du Cinquantenaire, the exp...
Setting A Pace For Success The Mentality Of Pushing Yourself To The Finish Line There is a reason that the analog of feeling like you are on a marathon exists. Running a marathon is one of the most challenging feat that anyone can accomplish. In reality the body was not designed to run that long ju...
Nutrition For Race Day… Stick To What You KnowIn Psychology, there is something called state-dependent learning. It is the theory that whatever you do while you are learning something if being tested, you should follow the same routine and do the same things. The same is true for the day of the big ...
Coldness, strong wind and rain - though conditions on this year's Moscow Marathon. Temperatures during the event averaged 6 degrees Celsius, it felt even "below zero" and the sun came out only for a few moments in the afternoon. Unfortunately, very bad conditions for the largest sports event...
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Not everyone is a born runner. But even those who were born to run can continue to amaze us. Some runners push the limits of impossible and inspire us to want to do more, just because they pushed harder, ran longer, or just overcame their own demons and obstacles. Not only do we admire their accompl...
This time I am glad to have been on the way for the "good cause" in two respects, because as already for many years, I also ran in Malaysia for the Kinderhospitz Bärenherz in Wiesbaden (www.baerenherz.de) and donate traditionally again one euro per kilometer to the facility. Since the Borneo...
British runner Gemma Hockett, aka Marathon Girl, is clearly still delighted about her Half Marathon PB and podium position at OPAP Limassol Marathon GSO in 2018. Coming second in the women’s field in a time of 1:26:19, and collecting a superb trophy as a reward, Gemma had a fantastic race on the fla...
Running is a sport that brings out the best in people. Unlike organized sports, where there is a team, a runner is competing for himself or herself, win or lose. And, unlike other sports, it isn’t always the competition that pushes athletes on. Sometimes it is a will and desire to achieve a goal, li...
It is funny how running brings people from all walks of life together joined with a common love. I was lucky to cross paths with a bright-eyed, beautiful, woman named Maria Davydenko when I sat down to interview her. My initial contact with Maria was to discuss her association with Dayo Akin...
Running a marathon is difficult enough as it is, but doing so as a blind person, less than five months after taking up the sport, is an extraordinary task. But as the days count down to the 2018 BLOM Bank Beirut Marathon on November 11, that’s exactly what Ghina Achkar, a 26-year-old Lebanese woman,...
Every race is special in its own way, but this year’s BLOM Bank Beirut Marathon will carry extra meaning for Hassan Dia, a 22-year-old Lebanese hand cyclist. Not only will the November 11 race wind its way around the streets of his home city, but it will also offer the rising star a golden opportuni...
Well, it was actually 45k but felt like 80. The why is not that it was too long but rather that itwas a tougher course than anyone could anticipate beforehand. The course map was wellmarked as well as the topographical map but when you are in the middle of it even thesmallest pebble would feel like ...
Namn: Ola BryngelsonÅlder: 60 plusBor: Stockholms innerstad ( Östermalm )Familj: Fru och två utflugna löparintresserade sönerYrke/sysselsättning: Tidigare Key Account Manager inom Swissair och Avis. Numera Projektarbete inom Marathongruppen , Coach/ledare inom Team Stockholm Marathon/TSMRunning samt...
Among the toughest training weeks, I have ever completed. The 20k distance run on Sunday put a nice cherry on top of last week’s sessions. Started off with a strength session and a cosy 60 mins cross-trainer. Sparring with nothing other than Netflix on a relaxed Monday afternoon.Then things got weir...
To see more of Gabriele follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabryammoni/Last Saturday, March 24th the half-marathon world championships were held in Valencia, "Ciudad del running". At 5:05 pm the elite athletes started, while the men's race started at 5:30 pm. Following the pr...
Soms heb je net even dat beetje geluk nodig en laat ik dat nou hebben gekregen het afgelopen weekend. Eigenlijk was dat geluk al een aantal maanden eerder toen ik te horen kreeg dat ik via de organisatie “World Marathons” was uitgenodigd voor de marathon in Limassol. Mede dankzij de tip van Hedwig k...
Running sucks! - at least that is what probably went through my mind when I started running on a regular basis after a life of playing football. It was 2011 and I had just started University in Gothenburg. My time was limited and I had to find something to keep myself in relatively good shape. I tri...
One ultimate goal, the Big Five or eventually the Major Six.September 2015, I just finished the 10EM, which is the same as 16km, at the DamtotDam in Amsterdam.It went smooth, even without proper training and that makes me courageous. A bit overconfident maybe, but well that has taken me to some awes...
Eins meiner liebsten Motivationslieder (egal, ob Wettkampf oder Training), dass ich gedanklich singe, wenn´s mir schwer fällt. Und gerade in der Marathonvorbereitung und natürlich dann im Wettkampf kommt immer wieder der Punkt, an dem der Kopf lieber aufhören möchte und versucht, den Körper davon z...
It is another magically white winter in Sweden. The same period of the year as 3 years ago when I signed up for my first half marathon race. I remember vividly how I wrote that very exciting line in the list of my good resolutions for the coming year. Now, I realize that I decided to run a half mara...
I’ve been running since high school where I ran track (though cheerleading was my bread and butter). Then in college I began distance running and fell in love. As a sophomore in college my game plan was to run 6 miles a day everyday and that did me well until an overuse injury led to knee surgery in...
Hello! I'm Lena and I live in Moscow! I am 45 years old. I keep an active and healthy lifestyle. I’m keen on sport and I’ve been running for long distances for four years so far. To your surprise, I’ve already taken part in 3 marathons, the Moscow Marathon, Paris Marathon, as well as the Berlin Mara...
In 2013 I was walking at the beautifull city of Cádiz, Spain, where I was to learn Spanish. I saw people running and thought: “What can it be that those people keep on running, isn’t that boring? At that time, I lost approximately twenty kilograms and had some problems loosing the last five, to get ...
HOW HAS RUNNING CHANGED YOUR LIFE?Running has probably changed my life in more ways than I can ever imagine. First of all it has given me the opportunity to chase my dream of reaching the Olympics and even if that dream won‘t become a reality I know that I am happy every day just going out for a run...
How to run your first Half MarathonOr should I say… how not to run your first Half Marathon. Full of excitement I follow some friends during the Amsterdam Half Marathon. With the marathon app, you can see where the runners are on the track. Some runners told me their targets, fast times or just fini...
I had started running in early 2012, purely as a way to get fit. I had been eating a lot, but not been working out much at all, before then.And then in mid 2012, some of my friends encouraged me to sign up for a 10km race with them; that had been my first running race, and after completing it, I fou...
I have always been a fit person, playing football and also being a football referee at semi-professional level in the UK. Two years ago I started doing crossfit type training and my fitness level dramatically improved... it was at this time that a friend talked me into running my first ever half mar...
How has running changed your life?I have always been running since my early childhood so there was no real life changing moment which came with running for me. Although I can say that running is making me a better person in every aspect of life. It is a daily challenge to be the best you can be on e...
How has running changed your life? Running empowered me to handle real life situations. It gave me confidence to make a difficult decision. I knew that, even though it would be hard to be a single mom with sole custody, I was tough and could persevere. I have been running competitively for over 20...
I've been running for more than a decade. Anyone who knows me knows that it's one of my favourite things to do. Running is my release. It's my meditation, and it always brightens my day. But it was still a surprise to many people when I continued running during my pregnancy.I was surprised at the st...
I wish that I could tell you that my running story was all rainbows and lollipops. But it's not. I will give you a spoiler alert and say it does have a happy ending. Picture this: a 5' 9'', 220 pound white privileged kid from the suburbs from upstate New York, with glasses and dreadlocks that were d...
I will never forget my first run. It was 2011 and I had signed up to a local 5km race. I was the chubby young girl who was always open to new experiences but not really ‘into’ running. In fact, that is an understatement. I hated the thought of working out, let alone running, and always struggled to ...
Currently standing at 183 cm, I am slim and strengthened to traverse the terrain of endurance races. Road racing is my preference, but I do enjoy a middle/long distance race on the track. Open water swimming appeals to me but there are times when the pool does suffice. Cycling, for me, sets the pace...
I started running 3 years ago and since then I have been running. In the first months, the runs were short and easy, but from the first moment I started running, I have competed against myself. Sometimes I have almost been nervous standing there ready to run, ready to start my app to keep track of t...
How has running changed your life? My daily runs are what clearsmy head and gives me perspective on things. I feel gratitude when Irun. It is a time when I am completely in tune with myself… myfeelings, my thoughts, and my body. Taking that time for myselfearly in the morning helps me approach the r...
If someone had told me even 3 years ago that I would be running marathons I would never have believed them. This time 3 years ago I was quite happy running 5kms and the occasional 10km (not even quickly I might add!). This was also around the time I started taking my fitness a bit more seriously, so...
It's a Gift.Freedom of flight, of leaps, bounds, two working legs that coordinate beautifully to carry my body up a hill. Each inhale and exhale I take, each breath a treasure. My husband and I work in a pediatric hospital in Colorado. I am an occupational therapist and he is a pulmonologist. I work...
It once began as a challenge with a friend, but it ended up as a true lifestyle. About 1.5 years ago I signed up for my first race. Together with my roommate we accepted a challenge to run 10km without any break. So exciting! I never ever ran for more than 5km until that time. The moment I came acro...
Lina Falcken’s life was bright, she had started her own interior design company and was a prominent badminton player. Then just before Christmas 2009, there was a dramatic change in the 29-year-old life. A fall in a staircase in the Norwegian city Ålesund, where Lina then used to live, sent her into...
”What doesn ́t kill you, makes you stronger” Friedrich Nietzche We expected adventure when we boarded the boat towards Bornholm on the 4th of May. Together with my younger brother, I had applied, scared but thrilled, to Denmarks hardest running race, Hammer Trail 100 miles. Weather gods were not o...
How has running changed your life? I'm a better mom, wife and friend since I've been able to spend time lost in the mountain. There's just something magical about the climbs, the peaks, the rivers and the quiet that you can hear so loudly when you are miles away from the real world.Where is your fav...
Photo credit to: running.bz.lt Summer, the period of elevated temperatures when cities are less attractive due to their unpleasant, hot asphalts. That’s why I decided to spend a few days far from Milan to continue practicing my running activity without suffering of “persistent dehydration”. So, I mo...
Since I was a child, I admire marathon runners: they know better than others the pain, the struggle and pleasure of marathons. In my opinion, Everybody who is able to run 26.2 miles was (and is) a hero. So last year a friend of mine told me: "Mattia, what about the Rome Marathon?" and I "...
It's Saturday 19:30 … if I go now, I can still get some waffles. I would eat oats if I was in Holland, but I'm in Norway. The food is expensive here, but waffles are free in my hotel. Waffles seem like an excellent start, so let's go now.I am not sure about coffee. Coffee will wake me up, give me en...
It has been exactly 1.5 year ago now in that I was down on my knees. I was caught by a pneumonia witch left me with weeks of antibiotics that eventually didn’t want to make any effect. When the fevers were finally gone I went for a stroll in the park, this was on the 18th of January 2016. It was fre...
I run because every run is a travel. When you travel, you are more aware of the life that passes. You find yourself in the same place as the other people but you are not in the same flow. When you travel, you are more conscious and your mind is more open to grasp every detail around you. You see not...
I was first introduced to the world of sports by my parents at the age of 5, where I started attending karate lessons. Practicing karate as both a sport and a martial art exposed me to many new perspectives on dedication, determination, mental strength and has encouraged me to constantly pursue furt...
Why Are East African Runners So Dominant?It isn’t just your imagination. Yes, East African runners have a tendency to dominate every running record on the books with reason. It isn’t just that their lifestyle is quite a bit more difficult than other cultures, often requiring that they work long and ...
Those Who Beat The Odds By Beating Out The Competition Deserve Our Utmost AdorationMost would consider anyone who is capable of running a half or a full marathon an amazing example of human perseverance. There are some elite marathoners that go beyond what human expectancies could ever imagine. Mara...
Some famous runners have not only shattered expectations but have also broken glass ceilings, breaking personal bests and world records. One of the best things about running is that it is an equal opportunity employer. Anyone with a pair of running shoes and some air in their lungs can hit the tra...
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 mar...
Those Who Inspire, Awe-Strike Us, And Tire Us Just Thinking About Their Amazing FeatsA marathon is something that only elite athletes can dream of competing in. To cross the finish line after traveling 26.2 miles puts even the slowest of runners in a very distinguished category. An ultra marathon, g...
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