LATEST RUNNING AND MARATHON NEWS

September 14, 2021

LEOMO Launches Running Performance Clinic in U.S.

Boulder, CO (September 14, 2021) — LEOMO Inc., a company that helps runners and triathletes of all levels improve their technique and form with products and direct-to-customer services that enable faster, stronger, more efficient, injury-free running, has launched its Running Performance Clinic service in the U.S. In most running form...

September 13, 2021

Make It A “Race-Cation!”

PENSACOLA, FL- Pack your running shoes, flipflops, and even a light sweater or two; Pensacola, Florida will be brimming with events before and after the Women’s Half Marathon Presented by Publix. This year’s race is set for November 7 and will feature a 5k run, a mile run and a...

September 13, 2021

Nike downgraded by BTIG amid continuing COVID-related supply chain disruptions

As a result of worsening supply chain disruption in Vietnam, BTIG has downgraded Nike’s rating from Buy to Neutral. Over the past few months, COVID-19 cases in Vietnam have continued to rise, with its fully vaccinated rate only between 4% and 5%. In response, Vietnamese government officials have responded by closing down manufacturing...

September 13, 2021

Medal revealed for the inaugural AbbottWMM Wanda Age Group World Championships!

Monday 13 Sept. 2021 - The Abbott World Marathon Majors today launched the medal for the inaugural AbbottWMM Wanda Age Group World Championships which will take place on Sunday 3 October, as part of the Virgin Money London Marathon. The World Championships will include runners, aged 40 and above, who...

September 13, 2021

Run Show USA Partners with the Chicago Area Runners Association

Run Show USA, the inaugural consumer running exposition scheduled June 4-5, 2022, at DES Convention Center in Rosemont, IL, today announced that the Chicago Area Runners Association (CARA), the non-profit organization known as Chicagoland’s running club will be a key partner for the event. Run Show, USA, Chicago is set...

September 13, 2021

Rewire Fitness Launches First-To-Market Neuro Performance Mobile Platform for Athletes

NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2021 – Rewire Fitness today announced the launch of its first-to-market neuro performance mobile platform designed to holistically quantify athlete readiness, build mental resilience, and improve mind/body recovery. To further elevate the athlete experience, Rewire’s training hardware solution will be available for preorder later this month...

September 13, 2021

Nell Rojas Outkicks Jenny Simpson at 2021 Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile; Edwin Kimutai Honors Recently Deceased Wife With Victory Over Abbabiya Simbassa in Men’s Race

September 12, 2021, Washington, DC: On a warm and crystal clear late summer morning in our Nation’s Capital, American Nell Rojas won a thrilling race among the top women runners at this year’s Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile (CUCB), while Kenyan Edwin Kimutai left the rest of the men’s...

September 12, 2021

THE EXTRA 1/3 MILE Brighton marathon runners furious after blunder made course 620 yards too long – and leader had victory snatched away

No one realised the botch-up until well after the 7,500 marathon participants had set off on what they thought was a 26.2 mile long route. It was a blow for race leader Ollie Garrod, who was well clear of rivals after completing the official marathon distance. The Sun

September 11, 2021

Credit Union Cherry Blossom Run Presents 2021 Les Kinion Outstanding Service Award To Marsha Way In Recognition Of Her Many Years Of Service To The Race

September 11, 2021, Washington, DC: Credit Union Cherry Blossom organizers announced today that Marsha Way has been named the 2021 recipient of the Les Kinion Outstanding Service Award. Established in 2015, the award is presented at the pre-race dinner for the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Run. Last year’s event got...

September 10, 2021

X2 Performance Named Exclusive Energy Drink Partner of the 2021 Surf City and Long Beach Marathons

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA – September 10, 2021 – Motiv Sports, operators of the Surf City Marathon and Long Beach Marathon, is pleased to welcome X2 Performance as the exclusive energy drink partner of the 2021 events.  The partnership kicks off with the 25th edition of the Surf City Marathon and Half...

September 9, 2021

Running USA Launches Event Management Study, Seeks Input from Race Directors and Event Staff Nationwide

(Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021) – Running USA, the non-profit trade organization for the running industry, announced today that the 2021 Event Management Study is now open for race directors to submit their responses. “We encourage our members and non-member event professionals to take the new event management study, which helps...

September 8, 2021

Sponsorship Pulled from Portland Marathon, Raising Questions About Fall Racing

Oregon Health and Sciences University did not directly discourage runners from participating in the mass event, but stated it was "doing everything" to avoid burdening overloaded hospitals. The Podium

September 8, 2021

American Women Offer Most Intriguing Storyline of 2021 Credit Union Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run

September 8, 2021, Washington, DC: Jenny Simpson is the course record holder (4:16.1) and eight-time winner of the Fifth Avenue Mile — the farthest she’s ever raced on the roads. Jenny is also a three time Olympian (2008, 2012 and 2016 bronze medalist) and three time World Championship medalist (gold...

September 8, 2021

Running USA and The Running Event Announce Session Topics for the Race Director Track at 2021 Event

AUSTIN (Sept. 8, 2021) – Running USA is excited to partner with The Running Event (TRE) and provide standout industry programming relevant to events, sponsors, retailers and vendors during #TRE21, set for November 30 to December 2 in-person in Austin, Texas. Today, Running USA announces the content topics for five...

September 8, 2021

US Trail Running Conference announces Diversity Scholarship for Trail Race Directors and Community Organizers

Estes Park, CO – Active at Altitude, organizers of the US Trail Running Conference has announced an exciting new scholarship designed to bring more race directors and community organizers from underrepresented groups into the sport of trail running. This scholarship will provide complimentary passes for five trail race directors or...

September 7, 2021

On Launches Initial Public Offering

ZURICH, Sept. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Swiss performance sportswear brand On announced today the launch of its initial public offering of 31,100,000 Class A ordinary shares. On is offering 25,442,391 Class A ordinary shares and certain selling shareholders are offering 5,657,609 Class A ordinary shares. In connection with the offering, On and...

September 7, 2021

Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Celebrates Its Return with The 2021 Heineken 0.0 Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Virginia Beach

 VIRGINIA BEACH, Va.  – Following a nearly 20-month COVID-19 induced hiatus, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series returned over the weekend as eager Rock ‘n’ Rollers once again lined up at the start line for a Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series event. On September 4 and 5, participants took to...

September 7, 2021

Neurun Launches Visualization Platform for Runners

BOSTON – September 7, 2021 – Neurun, today announced an all-new pre-race visualization technology to help athletes mentally prepare for race day. Targeted at runners at all levels preparing for road and trail races, Neurun combines interactive video tours, terrain data, and motivational course strategy tips from local coaches to...

September 3, 2021

Allison Corbett Named Top 100 Women in Sports at the 2021 Sports Inclusion Conference

PITTSBURGH (September 3, 2021) – Allison Corbett, P3R’s Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications, was recognized as a sports industry leader and named a Top 100 Women in Sports at the 2021 Sports Inclusion Conference. Nominations were received from across the country, and top leaders were selected based on...

September 3, 2021

Ashworth Awards and Baystate Marathon Release a Sneak Peak of their Finisher Medals

The Ashworth Awards Baystate Marathon released a video to show runner’s a sneak peak into what their finisher medal will look like.  Ashworth Awards has been the title sponsor of Baystate Marathon and Half since 2014, continuing this partnership through Covid-19’s virtual race, and returning back to in-person racing this...

September 3, 2021

Ultimate Direction Athlete Jon Albon Wins UTMB OCC Race

September 3, 2021 – Broomfield, CO – Ultimate Direction, inventor of the original hydration pack, congratulates brand athlete Jon Albon for his victory in the UTMB Mont-Blanc world summit of trail running. A multiple world champion in trail, sky running, and obstacle course racing, Albon crossed the OCC finish line...

September 2, 2021

COROS Sweeps the Podium at CCC

Irvine, CA, September 3, 2021 – COROS Wearables Inc., is excited to celebrate the accomplishments of all its users who competed in the various races in Chamonix this past week. Most notably, COROS is eager to recognize the podium sweep by its athletes – Thibaut Garrivier, Scotty Hawker, and Thibaut...

September 1, 2021

Fires Could Change Trail Running As We Know It

The fire danger for Grey Rocks Trail Race in Washington – among the dozens of other axed races in the state – came amid the historic heatwave in the Pacific Northwest. It created hot, dry conditions that could instantly trigger a catastrophe if dry brush or grass were to be...

September 1, 2021

iFIT Files for IPO, Could Raise Estimated $800M

Formerly known as Icon Health Fitness, iFIT offers interactive workouts, training programs, and instruction from world-class trainers. The company owns various fitness brands including FreeMotion and NordicTrack, and has more than 6.1 million members in over 120 counties — including 1.5 million paying subscribers. The company generated $1.7 billion in revenue in fiscal...

September 1, 2021

HOKA Launches East & West Coast Retail Locations

GOLETA, Calif. (September 1, 2021) – Today, leading footwear brand HOKA ONE ONE®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), announces the opening of its first-ever retail locations. The new brick-and-mortar bi-coastal pop-ups will be located in New York City  and Los Angeles and each location will double as a...