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December 9, 2020
Forward Motion Events Launches Unique Three Month Series for Women to Head into 2021 Mentally and Physically Strong
December 9, 2020 - Rachel Martin, Founder and CEO of Forward Motion Events has created a first-of-its-kind series for women who are looking to launch into this winter with optimism and strength. The Women’s Winter Experience is designed to keep women connected, moving forward towards a goal and sane during...
December 9, 2020
361° Announce Launch Of Fierce Trainer – The Perfect Every Day Running Shoe
The team at 361° (https://www.361europe.com/) are pleased to launch the newest trainer in their range, the Fierce. An innovative new style for 2020, the 361° Fierce is the perfect all-round trainer, making it a versatile option for runners and fitness enthusiasts alike. The Fierce is packed full of great technical...
December 9, 2020
Instead of cancelling events, Why Racing adds races during 2020
Vancouver, WA – Why Racing Events virtual “Shuffle for Share” Leftovers-themed 5K Run/Walk Nov. 21 to 29 raised $17,410 to benefit Share. The event had no registration fee; instead a minimum $10 donation to Share was requested. The event drew 771 participants from across 15 states in the United States,...
December 9, 2020
Returning to Racing: With 2021 in Sight, Next Running USA Webinar to Focus on Building Consumer Confidence through Refund and Registration Polices
As 2020 draws to a close, the running industry is preparing to enter uncharted territory in 2021. With the hope that vaccine access can lead to larger field sizes and more group events returning next year, event producers must rethink their strategies for attracting runners. To help you prepare, Running...
December 4, 2020
New Balance is laying off several dozen employees as it shutters Boston factory
The footwear and apparel brand revealed that 63 employees at its Boston-based factory will be affected. Footwear News
December 4, 2020
2021 United Airlines NYC Half Canceled Due to Pandemic-Related Health and Safety Concerns
New York, December 4, 2020 –The 2021 United Airlines NYC Half is canceled due to health and safety concerns related to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The race, which takes place annually in March, is one of the world’s largest half marathons. The decision was made in consultation with the Mayor’s...
December 4, 2020
The 2021 NYC Half Marathon has been canceled because of COVID-19 concerns
The race was among the first to be canceled in 2020, making this the second straight year that the race will not be held. Runner's World.
December 3, 2020
Rock ‘n’ Road Trip High Tails it to Central Texas for Science In Sport Rock ‘n’ Roll VR San Antonio, Offering Participants a Virtual Running Tour of The Alamo City
SAN ANTONIO, Texas / TAMPA, Fla. (Dec. 3, 2020) – After some Thanksgiving dinner, a Turkey Trot, and a bit of recovery, the Rock ‘n’ Road Trip tour bus packs up and heads south to a popular Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series early December destination in Central Texas. Science in...
December 2, 2020
Champion ultrarunner, Andrea Huser, dies in tragic accident
Swiss ultrarunner Andrea Huser, 46, has died after slipping and falling on a training run. According to Police, Huser fell 140m when crossing a stream. Runner’s World
December 2, 2020
Lake Sonoma 50 Expands with New 100K Distance and 2-Day Race Series in 2021
HEALDSBURG, Calif (December 2, 2020) - Today Lake Sonoma 50, a favorite and mainstay in the trail running community since 2008, announced the addition of a 100K distance to make a 2 day race series. Originally created by “Tropical” John Medinger to prepare elite athletes for the Western States Endurance...