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January 7, 2020
Napa Valley Marathon Welcomes Brave Like Gabe as Official Charity Partner
Professional runner Gabriele “Gabe” Grunewald was diagnosed with adenoid cystic carcinoma, a rare salivary gland cancer, in 2009. From day one of her diagnosis, she knew running would be an integral part in her journey towards improving her health. “Brave Like Gabe” started as a hashtag to support Gabe as...
January 7, 2020
From Australia to Singapore, Runners from 10 Countries and 48 States head to 9th Annual Louisiana Marathon
Louisiana Marathon readies to welcome thousands Baton Rouge, LA. – Now in its ninth year, The Louisiana Marathon is expecting to draw close to 8,000 runners & walkers to Baton Rouge. Projections for the 2020 event include runners from nearly all 50 states and as many as 10 countries. Starting on...
January 7, 2020
Exhibitor Registration Open for 2020 500 Festival Mini-Marathon Expo
Vendor Opportunities Available for One of Running’s Largest Expos inside Lucas Oil Stadium INDIANAPOLIS – The 500 Festival, a nonprofit organization providing life-enriching events and programs that celebrate the spirit and legacy of the Indianapolis 500®, today announces that exhibitor registration is open for the 2020 500 Festival Mini-Marathon Expo....
January 6, 2020
Study Shows: A simple beginner marathon plan can produce big heart health benefits
A new study of first-time London Marathon runners found that their basic training program produced important health benefits. After four months, the runners had lower blood pressure and greater flexibility in their cardiac arteries. The researchers judged the subjects to have erased four years from their “vascular age.” Read more about...
January 6, 2020
USA Triathlon Foundation Names 2020 Ambassador Team Powered by Newton Running
Ambassadors raise awareness for Foundation through service projects, community outreach COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The roster for the 2020 USA Triathlon Foundation Ambassador Team Powered by Newton Running was announced today, featuring 49 age-group ambassadors and three U.S. elite athlete captains. Team members will raise awareness for the mission of...
January 6, 2020
Women’s Running Names Its Power Women of the Year
Power is not just leading by example but also bringing others up with you. Boulder, Colorado, USA — January 6, 2020 — Women’s Running, the most popular resource for women runners, has named its 20 Power Women of the Year. The January/February issue of Women’s Running magazine honors 20 of...
January 6, 2020
Registration is Open for the 35th Carlsbad 5000 Road Race
‘World’s Fastest 5k’ returns the weekend of March 21-22, 2020 CARLSBAD, Calif. (Jan. 6, 2020) - The Carlsbad 5000 will return for its 35th edition the weekend of March 21-22, 2020. Event registration opened on New Year’s Day with special pricing available for a limited time. “Our team is thrilled...
January 6, 2020
Wallis Sands Half Marathon Purchase
Portland, ME – All Sports Events and its TriME events management division is excited to announce the recent acquisition of the Wallis Sands Half Marathon from Pursuit Racing. All Sports Events has worked closely with Steph Murray and Pursuit Racing since 2012. The addition of the Wallis Sands Half Marathon to...
January 3, 2020
Challenge Family installs Board of Directors
CHALLENGEFAMILY is pleased to announce the instalment of a Board of Directors. Zibi Szlufcik will move from the CEO position to become President of the Board. The Board is completed by Jort Vlam, Richard Belderok and Jefry Visser. Szlufcik will hand over the CEO role to Jort Vlam, Jefry Visser...
January 2, 2020
XTERRA & ACTIVE Network have entered into a Global Partnership as of 2020
DALLAS - January 2, 2020 - ACTIVE Network, the premier global marketplace for activities and events and the industry leading provider of intelligence solutions, announced today it has signed a multi-year agreement with TEAM Unlimited, LLC to be the exclusive online registration provider and event management solution for XTERRA events...
January 2, 2020
Endurance Sportswire Names its Most Popular Press Releases and Industry News Items of 2019
San Diego, Calif. - As we embark on 2020, Endurance Sportswire has put together a list of its most viewed press releases and industry news items over the past year. MOST VIEWED ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE PRESS RELEASES Professional Triathletes Organisation Approaches Wanda Sports Board Proposing to Enter Into Discussions to Acquire...
January 2, 2020
Dogfish Head Craft Brewery Sprints into its 25th Anniversary Year with Launch of Virtual Run Club
Program ambassador & Olympic silver medalist, Shalane Flanagan, to offer members training advice Milton, Del., Jan. 2, 2020 – Calling all beer drinkers, running enthusiasts and those off-centered folks seeking a healthy balance of work and play in their day-to-day lives – Dogfish Head Craft Brewery is launching a one-of-a-kind,...
January 1, 2020
CHALLENGEFAMILY extends focus on China, introduces brand new CHALLENGEWUHAN
After a last year's very successful inaugural CHALLENGEANHUI , CHALLENGEFAMILY keeps focusing on China in 2020 and therefore is introducing a brand new race in this triathlon minded region: CHALLENGEWUHAN. This spectacular race will take place on the 24th of May 2020 and gives athletes the possibility to race early...
January 1, 2020
Receive 25% Off the Second Largest 50-Mile Endurance Run in the U.S.
Run Into 2020 At AR50 Or AR25 Slated for April 4, 2020 Auburn, CA - The most iconic, historic and second largest 50-mile endurance run in the U.S. is returning for its 41st year. The American River 50 Mile Endurance Run will take place on Saturday, April 4, 2020. The...
December 31, 2019
Grandma’s Marathon Registration Approaching Price Increase
Entry fee increases to $135 on January 1, 2020 (Duluth, MN): The registration price for Grandma’s Marathon increases on January 1. Registration for the 44th annual Grandma’s Marathon Weekend races opened October 1, 2019, which included Grandma’s Marathon, the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon and the William A. Irvin 5K. All Grandma’s...
December 27, 2019
deboer wetsuits taking Pre-Orders for Fjord 1.0 wetsuits
Stamford, CT, Release: December 27, 2019 - deboer wetsuits is now taking online pre-orders for Fjord 1.0 wetsuits that will ship in April 2020. Due to overwhelming demand we are currently out of stock of Men's Small, Women's Small, and Women's Medium-Tall Fjord 1.0 wetsuits, as well as low stock...
December 27, 2019
Austin Marathon Announces Second Round of Accepted Elite Runners
Race weekend prize purse totals $26,000 AUSTIN, Texas, December 27, 2019 - The Ascension Seton Austin Marathon presented by Under Armour introduces the second round of accepted athletes for 2020. This program, in its fourth year, creates a competitive field of elite male and female runners while discovering emerging talent,...
December 24, 2019
CarMax Tacky Light Run Celebrates Richmond’s love of tacky lights and active living
Over 4,700 participants take part in Sports Backers event RICHMOND, VA – On December 14, over 4,700 people took to the streets of Midlothian, Virginia, just outside Richmond, in the CarMax Tacky Light Run to celebrate two local traditions: tacky holiday lights and active living. The seventh annual event took...
December 23, 2019
Virtual Runs Do’s and Don’ts: Learn Best Practices at Data Insight Series Webinar No. 9 from Running USA + imATHLETE
On Thursday, Jan. 16 at 11am PST the mystery behind virtual runs best practices will be revealed Since it began in 2018, the Running USA and imATHLETE Data Insight Series Webinars have become a must-attend for event producers. Each webinar reveals best practices, data insights and industry trends that lead...
December 23, 2019
The running stories that defined the decade
According to Outside Magazine, these are the most important running stories of the decade. Can you guess what they are?
December 23, 2019
RACE-MANIA Summit and Expo returns to Boston on March 15, 2020
2,000+ endurance athletes and 75+brands connect to kick-off the 2020 season Boston, MA – December 23, 2019 – Sun Multisport Events today announced registration is now open for the 2020 RACE-MANIA Summit & Expo taking place on Sunday, March 15, 2020 at the Boston University Fit Rec Center in Boston,...
December 23, 2019
Former Interbike director joins The Big Gear Show
The new recently announced outdoor industry trade show has hired Lance Camisasca as the director of its bike show. Camisasca was Interbike's show director from 1998-2008. He then served 10 years as president and founder of Lifeboat Events, LLC, which hosted PressCamp media events. Read more on the Big Gear Show...
December 20, 2019
Tailwind Nutrition Joins #RagnarNation as Official Sponsor for Ragnar Relay in 2020
Durango, CO – December 20, 2019 – Tailwind Nutrition is proud to announce its 2020 partnership with Ragnar Relay, the largest running relay series in the world. Together they hope to encourage participants to push their limits as part of Ragnar’s active, fun-loving community. Founded in Durango, CO by endurance...
December 20, 2019
Eric Byrnes, Former MLB Outfielder and MLB Network Analyst, to Serve as Keynote Speaker at Endurance Exchange
Inaugural triathlon industry conference set for Jan. 23-25 in Tempe; price increase on Jan. 2 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — USA Triathlon and Triathlon Business International (TBI) today announced Eric Byrnes — former MLB outfielder, current MLB Network analyst and avid triathlete and ultra-endurance athlete — as a keynote speaker for...
December 20, 2019
Panelists Announced for Women’s Networking Event at 2020 Running USA Industry Conference Presented by Race Roster
Working with the theme “The Courage to Play Big,” the session will focus on women’s dynamic leadership in the running business. Session will also include small group sharing and networking opportunities. (Dec. 20, 2019) – The She.is.beautiful and Running USA teams are thrilled to announce a powerful panel of leaders...
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