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May 13, 2026
Race Director University Reduces Level I and Level II Certification by $150 — Launches “Bulletproof Your Career” Promotion as AI and Layoffs Reshape the Endurance Industry Workforce
DEKALB, IL (May 13, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ — Race Director University (RDU), the first national certification program for race directors, today announced a $150 reduction on both its Level I and Level II Certification programs through May 31, 2026. Level I is reduced from $399 to $249. Level II is reduced...
May 12, 2026
Ethiopian runner bound for Ottawa Marathon dies suddenly in training
The global running community mourns the passing of elite marathoner Yebrgual Melese, who was rushed to a hospital during training on Tuesday. Addis Media Network reported medical professionals were unable to save her. No details on the cause of her collapse have been released. Melese was 36 and is survived by her husband...
May 12, 2026
On Holding Continues to Post Strong Results Despite CEO Shifts
The On Holding juggernaut continues to roll on. On Tuesday, the Zurich-based sports brand reported another quarter of double-digit increases in both net income and sales in the first quarter, which it attributed to its “premium strategy” and “broad-based demand.” Among the standouts in the period was apparel, where sales rose 45.1 percent...
May 12, 2026
6,500 Runners, 1,000 Girls on The Run, And a Beach-Sized Afterparty: Virginia 10 Miler & 5K Delivers Unforgettable Weekend
Virginia Beach, VA (May 12, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The oceanfront was alive with energy this past weekend as more than 6,500 runners filled the streets for the sold-out 2026 Virginia Beach 10 Miler & 5K presented by Sentara. Held on Saturday, May 9, 2026, the event brought together elite...
May 12, 2026
Biofreeze named Official Pain Relief Partner of Bay to Breakers
SAN FRANCISCO, May 12, 2026 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Bay to Breakers, San Francisco’s legendary 12K footrace and one of the world’s most iconic running traditions, is welcoming Biofreeze as the Official Pain Relief Partner of the 2026 event, which is expecting 30,000 participants on May 17. The partnership will bring...
May 12, 2026
Run further with Forerunner 70 and Forerunner 170 from Garmin
OLATHE, Kan.(May 12, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) is helping runners take their training one step further with the introduction of Forerunner® 70 and Forerunner 170. These purpose-built running smartwatches are easy-to-use and loaded with features to kick-start a running journey or help dial in training. Both models boast...
May 12, 2026
5 Simple Ways to Help Your Night Run Stand Out, According to Magic Race Swag
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Magic Race Swag, a provider of interactive race merchandise for events across the United States and internationally, has released a practical guide outlining five small swag additions that can help night runs and Halloween events stand out in an increasingly competitive race market. The guide focuses on...
May 12, 2026
RunSignup Launches Timer Workshop Wednesdays
Moorestown, NJ — May 12, 2026 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - RunSignup today announces the launch of Timer Workshop Wednesdays, a new live training series purpose-built for race timers who want to develop deeper expertise in specific real-world scenarios. The program is designed primarily to support RaceDay Certified Timers seeking advanced, hands-on...
May 11, 2026
Gozo Get-Together for the 2026 XTERRA Trail Run World Championship
May 11, 2026 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The 17th XTERRA Trail Run World Championship brought the global trail running community to Gozo on May 9, 2026, for the culmination of the XTERRA Trail Run World Seriesalong the clifftop edges of Malta’s island of adventure. Athletes from 30 countries arrived for a...
May 7, 2026
FRESHJUNKIE Racing Celebrates Dual Honors as Best Marathons in Mississippi and Louisiana
Baton Rouge, LA / Biloxi, MS (May 7, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ — FRESHJUNKIE Racing is proud to announce that two of its signature events have earned top honors in the 2026 rankings by FindMyMarathon.com, one of the most trusted resources for marathon reviews and race discovery. The Keesler Federal Mississippi...
