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March 12, 2026
Nike, Skechers, Levi’s Are Among the Top Brands American Consumers Would Consider Purchasing: Survey
Nike is the most considered fashion brand in the U.S., according to YouGov’s new U.S. fashion retailer rankings 2026 report — which analyzes the apparel, footwear and accessories brands Americans are most likely to consider purchasing. The ranking is based on YouGov BrandIndex data collected from more than 32,600 U.S. adults between...
March 12, 2026
New global Women’s Health Programme launched to support female Ultra-Trail Athletes by The Ultra Sports Health Lab
March 12, 2026 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The pioneering Women’s Health Programme will advance the safety, well-being and long-term participation of female athletes in ultra-endurance trail running. As women’s participation continues to rise worldwide, this initiative addresses a critical need for research and medical support tailored specifically to female athletes competing in extreme...
March 12, 2026
Pacific Beach to Turn Green as San Diego Leprechaun Run Returns for St. Patrick’s Day Weekend
SAN DIEGO, Calif. (March 11, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Every spring, thousands of runners lace up and turn Pacific Beach green for one of San Diego’s most recognizable St. Patrick’s Day traditions: the Leprechaun Run 5K & Kids 1 Mile. Now in its 8th year, the annual race returns this weekend with more...
March 12, 2026
El Youssfi, Herbiet Win Warm Gate River Run 15K at First 2026 PRRO Circuit Race
BETHESDA, MD (March 12, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Under hot and humid conditions on Saturday, March 7 at the 49th Gate River Run 15K in Jacksonville, FL, Mohammed El Youssfi of Morocco and Chloe Herbiet of Belgium kicked off the 2026 PRRO Circuit racing season with clear wins in 43...
March 11, 2026
Rhode Races Partners with RI250 to Launch the “RI250 5K: The Renunciation Run” at 2026 Providence Rhode Races
WARREN, RI /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Rhode Races is proud to announce its official partnership with Rhode Island 250 Commission (RI250) as part of the statewide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of American independence. As part of this historic collaboration, the 5K race at the 2026 Providence Rhode Races will be...
March 10, 2026
Shanghai Marathon passes stage one of AbbottWMM candidate assessment
ABBOTTWMM CANDIDATE ASSESSMENT Chinese candidate race progresses to second stage of assessment Race must pass two consecutive evaluations to join series Next evaluation in December 2026 Nine Star Medal planned as next milestone Six Star Medal to stay for completion of original Six Majors March 10, 2026 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE -...
March 10, 2026
Three Incidents. Three Weeks. Is Your Race Director Certified?
DeKalb, Ill. (March 10, 2026) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The 2026 endurance season is barely underway, and three high-profile incidents in the span of just eight weeks have put race director preparedness under a national spotlight — reinforcing what Race Director University (RDU) has been saying since 2012: professional certification for...
March 9, 2026
LA Marathon leader took wrong turn near finish line — before he was dramatically overtaken: video
The man who came in second by just milliseconds in a dramatic finish to the Los Angeles Marathon on Sunday took a wrong turn before being overtaken, according to devastating video. Michael Kimani Kamau, who finished second, is edged out by winner Nathan Martin after appearing to drift away from the path just two...
March 9, 2026
How Do We Ensure Trail Races Are Inclusive for the Next Generation of Runners?
March 9, 2026 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The current explosion in running is being driven by two powerful forces: the rise of social run clubs and the growing appeal of trail running. Young runners in their early 20s—many coming from urban run clubs—are looking beyond roads and toward dirt, vert, and...
March 9, 2026
American Nathan Martin, Kenya’s Priscah Cherono Claim Victories in the 2026 ASICS Los Angeles Marathon
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Amid blue skies and warm temperatures, the 2026 ASICS Los Angeles Marathon, produced by The McCourt Foundation, delivered dramatic finishes and standout performances across its professional fields Sunday, with thrilling battles in the elite men’s and women’s races and decisive victories in the wheelchair...
