LATEST RUNNING AND MARATHON NEWS
January 5, 2024
Oscar Pistorius freed from jail 11 years after murdering girlfriend
South African former Paralympic star Oscar Pistorius was released on parole on Friday, nearly 11 years after murdering his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in a crime that shocked a nation inured to violence against women. Pistorius - dubbed "Blade Runner" for his carbon-fibre prosthetic legs - shot 29-year-old model Steenkamp dead...
January 5, 2024
Grandma’s Marathon Reaches Fourth Straight Sellout, Fastest Since 2016
DULUTH, MINN./ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Only days away from setting a new all-time record, Grandma’s Marathon has reached the second-fastest sellout in the organization’s history, it was officially announced today. This marks the fourth straight year the race has reached its capacity, with 9,500 participants signed up for this year’s 26.2-mile road...
January 5, 2024
Fuelin Launches Feature Integrating Nutrition Information Directly into TrainingPeaks Coaching Platform
[San Francisco, January 5, 2024] /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Fuelin, a leading nutrition coaching app, is excited to announce the launch of its new feature, seamlessly integrating nutrition information into the TrainingPeaks coaching platform. This enhancement aims to bridge the gap between nutrition planning and athletic training, providing athletes and coaches...
January 4, 2024
America’s Favorite Half Marathons
HalfMarathons.net launched their first vote for the best half marathons in the United States. Voting runs through the end of January. Four winners will be selected to receive prizes from partners training app Runna, retail partner Marathon Sports, and tour operator Rogue Expeditions. The winners will also have their entry to any one...
January 4, 2024
ShowcasedPhoto Finishes and Compelling Debuts Expected at the 52nd Annual Chevron Houston Marathon
HOUSTON, TX /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The woman who sits at the top of the Aramco Houston Half Marathon all-time list will attempt to race her way into the Chevron Houston Marathon record books later this month. The men’s race will feature a rematch of last year’s thrilling photo finish. The...
January 4, 2024
Dream Run Camp to Host Special Retreat for Runner-Writers
Flagstaff, ARIZONA – January, 2024/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Dream Run Camp, a Flagstaff-based residential training camp for runners, today announced plans to host a special retreat for runner-writers in August 2024. Called Run, Write, Repeat, the three-night event will feature a combination of group runs, writing workshops, special presentations, Flagstaff sightseeing, and career...
January 3, 2024
Chipotle and Strava Want to Give You Free Guac
On Tuesday, Chipotle Mexican Grill announced a partnership with Strava, the digital fitness tracking giant, “to encourage and reward healthy habits this year.” The burrito and bowl chain has become the first restaurant brand to build customized streak and segment-based challenges on Strava. According to press release from Chipotle, the...
January 3, 2024
Study: Cannabis can make workouts more fun, but it’s no performance-enhancer
In one previous survey of cannabis users, Bryan’s research group found that a whopping 80% had used before or shortly after exercise. Yet very little research has been done at the intersection of the two. For the study, Bryan and Gibson recruited 42 Boulder-area volunteers who already run while using...
January 3, 2024
Varlo Sports Secures Seed Funding for Growth and Innovation, Attracts Investment from REI Co-op Path Ahead Ventures
CHERRY HILL, N.J. (Jan. 3, 2024)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Varlo Sports, a trailblazing company at the intersection of design and performance in the sports apparel industry, proudly announces the successful completion of its most recent seed funding round. This significant milestone ensures the company's continued growth and operational excellence as it embarks on...
January 3, 2024
Strava Releases Year In Sport Trend Report, Showing What Makes and Breaks Motivation Across Generations
SAN FRANCISCO – January 3, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Strava, the leading digital community for active people with more than 120 million athletes, today announced the release of Year In Sport: The Trend Report, highlighting the global trends among active people across generations. It’s no surprise that Gen Z’s behaviors and...
