LATEST RUNNING AND MARATHON NEWS

April 24, 2023

Running tour operator Marathon Tours & Travel launches new website

24th April 2023 - Manchester, UK/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Marathon Tours & Travel offers travel packages for runners, with guaranteed entry, transport, accommodation and ‘on the ground’ team support for some of the most famous running events around the world. The team offer an industry-leading line up of race packages from the famous...

April 22, 2023

Approximately 24,000 Registered Runners Take On The 2023 St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Nashville for A Running Tour of Music City

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 22, 2023)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – As the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series celebrates its 25 Years of Running, approximately 24,000 registered runners took part in the 2023 St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Nashville providing participants a running tour of Music City. Saturday’s St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll...

April 21, 2023

Hoka Continues to Grow With Expansion Into Kids’ Shoes

After teasing the launch earlier this month, Hoka has finally unveiled its first kids’ collection as it continues its growth path. According to the Deckers Brands-owned athletic label, the collection will launch with three styles inspired by Hoka’s adult line, including the Speedgoat 5 Youth, Clifton 9 Youth and Ora...

April 21, 2023

Under Armour Founder Kevin Plank Reveals How the Brand Is Finding Its Identity in Footwear

There’s plenty of newness at Under Armour nowadays. For instance, the Baltimore, Md.-based company announced last December that it hired Marriott International executive Stephanie Linnartz as its next president and CEO. Also, construction is underway on the athletic giant’s new campus in the city. However, one of the more compelling...

April 21, 2023

COROS announces its biggest app upgrade ever, gives deeper insights with EvoLab updates, adds navigation to the PACE 2, price adjustments, integrations, and more!

Irvine, April 21, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – COROS Wearables Inc., makers of GPS sports wearables and training software, today announced the launch of its new mobile app, more accurate and detailed EvoLab stats, new watch firmware, and new API integrations with Google Health Connect, Intervals, and HRV4Training. The company also announced a...

April 21, 2023

Detroit Free Press Marathon Welcomes MSU Federal Credit Union as Presenting Sponsor

DETROIT (April 21, 2023)  /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Detroit Free Press Marathon today announced MSU Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU), the globally-recognized Michigan-based financial institution, as its presenting sponsor for this year’s race weekend October 13-15, 2023. “For over 85 years, MSUFCU has been committed to helping our members and communities achieve...

April 21, 2023

Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon Returns in May

Solvang, California – April 21, 2023  /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The Santa Barbara Wine Country Half Marathon presented by Chumash Casino Resort is set to return on Saturday, May 13, 2023. The Spring running Tradition, annually held the Saturday of Mother’s Day Weekend, will bring an unforgettable experience for both runners and...

April 20, 2023

Boston Athletic Association responds to allegations a cheering squad was racially targeted by police in Newton during Marathon

The response answers allegations that two running groups comprised of people of color were racially targeted by police while they cheered along the Boston Marathon route in Newton. CBS

April 20, 2023

Osmo Nutrition Launches Power Fuel, a Customizable Carbohydrate Liquid Fuel Mix for Athletes

Sausalito, CA. (April 20, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Today, Osmo Nutrition is excited to announce Power Fuel, a high carbohydrate fuel mix developed for athletes who need fast, efficient carbohydrates during training and racing. With three simple ingredients, Power Fuel is neutral in flavor and can be consumed with water or...

April 20, 2023

RRCA Accepting Applications for 2023 RunPro Camp

Arlington, VA  /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – RunPro Camp, hosted by the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA), is designed to educate recent, post-collegiate runners interested in pursuing a professional distance running career. The 2023 RunPro Camp will be held July 13 – 15 in Arlington, Virginia, and the RRCA is now accepting...

April 20, 2023

Fitness First launch new rewards platform in partnership with Endurance Zone

/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Fitness First have announced the launch of a new rewards platform in partnership with Endurance Zone. This membership benefit will be rolled out for all UK Fitness First members and will provide savings on the best fitness products on the market. The platform will enable members to save...

April 20, 2023

Top American Runners Including Local Talent Will Compete for $100,000+ Prize Purse at the 2023 DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon and UPMC Health Plan Pittsburgh Half Marathon

PITTSBURGH /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Top American runners will compete for a piece of the $102,000 prize purse at this year’s DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon and UPMC Health Plan Pittsburgh Half Marathon. Scheduled for May 7, this year’s elite field includes the U.S. Olympian Jared Ward, as well as top...

April 19, 2023

A Group Of Police Surrounded A Black Running Club After They Gave High Fives And Cheered Runners At The Boston Marathon

Pioneers Run Crew member Mike Remy, 39, told BuzzFeed News that their cheer zone was set up to support runners as they hit the notoriously difficult 21st mile of their 26.2-mile trek. Organizers got a grill and a DJ to spin tracks, as people came to catch a glimpse of...

April 19, 2023

The Ethics of Running Contracts

There are certain mysteries of the world that are fun and exciting. Consider black holes, aliens, and the Loch Ness monster. But I am not sure why running contracts are among them. Surely, it is not to our benefit that we do not know our worth. Certainly, it would help...

April 19, 2023

New Balance Looks to Grow Gaming Audience With New Rival Partnership

New Balance is joining forces with Rival to grow the athletic brand’s global gaming community. According to New Balance, it will partner with Rival through a series of online tournaments with the aim of giving the gaming community “special access to the brand” through athletes, ambassadors, unique experiences and exclusive...

April 19, 2023

Over 3000 Runners Take Part In Newport Rhode Races Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K

NEWPORT, R.I. /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - On Saturday, the Newport Rhode Races Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K hosted over 3000 participants at the annual running event. Runners began and completed their journey at Easton’s Beach, touring the “city-by-the-sea” on foot and taking in the flower-filled spring sights. Mayor Xay Khamsyvoravong joined...

April 19, 2023

Dave McGillivray Completes 51st Consecutive Boston Marathon

BOSTON  /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – After all other participants had long finished their Boston Marathon journeys, Dave McGillivray crossed the finish line at 7:28 p.m. yesterday evening. McGillivray oversaw the course throughout the race earlier in the day, taking runners across the starting line and helping to ensure their safe arrival on...

April 19, 2023

USATF U18 Mountain Running Team Announced

/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Eight athletes have been named to the 2023 USATF U18 Mountain Running Team slated to compete in the 16th edition of the International U18 Mountain Running Cup in Annecy, France on Saturday, May 27. The race will be held at Semnoz Ski Resort, approximately 30 minutes from...

April 18, 2023

Top ultrarunner Joasia Zakrzewski disqualified for using a car in race

Joasia Zakrzewski finished third in the 2023 GB Ultras Manchester to Liverpool 50-mile race - but is thought to have travelled by car for 2.5 miles. The 47-year-old GP, from Dumfries, is understood to have been tracked on GPX mapping data covering a mile of the race in just one...

April 18, 2023

RunSignup Announces Record-Breaking Financial Performance During Q1 2023

April, 2023 - Moorestown, NJ  /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – RunSignup, the leading all-in-one platform for endurance, peer-to-peer fundraising, and ticket events in the U.S., announces its 2023 first quarter update and milestone achievement of $2 Billion revenue raised for its customers. The achievement comes on the heels of a successful quarter, during...

April 17, 2023

XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship Weekend Recap

/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – The XTERRA Asia-Pacific Championship off-road triathlon and trail running weekend treated thousands of participants and spectators to two incredible days of racing, parties, cultural connections and community engagements. Below you’ll find recaps from the first stop on the XTERRA World Cup that was held on Saturday, as well...

April 17, 2023

Approximately 1,200 Registered Runners Converge at The 2023 Desert Rats Trail Running Festival By UTMB as UTMB World Series Continues In The United States

FRUITA, Colo. (April 17, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the UTMB World Series continued with the 2023 Desert RATS (Running Across the Sand) Trail Running Festival Series by UTMB® offering both exhilarating trail running and breathtaking scenery in western Colorado. Both elite and passionate runners from around...

April 16, 2023

USATF Long Trail Team announced for 2023 World Mountain & Trail Running Championships

/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Twelve of our nation’s top off-road runners have been named to the 2023 USATF Long Trail Running Team and are scheduled to compete at the 2nd World Mountain & Trail Running Championships June 9 in Innsbruck, Austria. Hailing from seven U.S. states, these talented athletes will travel...

April 13, 2023

St. Jude Heroes Run at The St. Jude Rock ‘N’ Roll Running Series Nashville Taking Place On April 22-23

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (April 13, 2023) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Approximately 25,000 registered runners including more than 1,500 St. Jude Heroes will converge on Nashville, Tenn. to participate in the 2023 St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll® Running Series Nashville on April 22-23, 2023. As the race makes its return to the Music...

April 13, 2023

COROS and NN Running launch the Eliud Kipchoge ‘Road to Boston’ Giveaway

Irvine, April 13, 2023 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – COROS Wearables Inc., makers of endurance sports wearables and training software, announced that it has teamed up with NN Running Team to launch the Eliud Kipchoge Road to Boston Giveaway, in the run-up to the Boston Marathon 2023. COROS and NN Running Team have teamed...