LATEST RUNNING AND MARATHON NEWS

September 10, 2020

Registration Launches for National LGBTQ+ Pride Stride Virtual Run

LOS ANGELES & CHICAGO – September 10, 2020 – Spearheaded by LA Pride, LGBTQ+ Pride organizations from across America have come together to create the first-ever National Pride Stride Virtual Run. In partnership with EnMotive, producers of the Allstate Hot Chocolate 15k/5k series, the nationwide LGBTQ+ virtual 5k/10k event will...

September 8, 2020

iFit-Powered NordicTrack Treadmill Wins Runner’s World 2020 Fitness Award

(LOGAN, Utah, September 8, 2020) — iFit, the interactive, connected fitness technology, is the key feature that won the NordicTrack Commercial 2950 treadmill a spot in Runner’s World’s highly sought-after 2020 Fitness and Nutrition Awards, the only piece of cardio equipment recognized. “Connected fitness is one of the hottest trends...

September 8, 2020

Sasquatch Racing Launches The Haunted Bay Area Run Tour; an Interactive Virtual Event Like No Other

San Francisco, CA (September 8, 2020)– Sasquatch Racing, the production company behind The Sasquatch Scramble, The Rattlesnake Ramble, and The Krampus Cross Country 5K/10K (& Brewfest) is rolling out their first ‘Virtual 2.0’ event, The Haunted Bay Area Run Tour. The event launches on September 8 and runs through November...

September 4, 2020

UTMB® for the Planet: A great success for the first edition!

UTMB® for the Planet, the digital and unifying initiative launched after the cancellation of the UTMB® Mont-Blanc, has come to a close. From July 20 to August 30, UTMB® for the Planet provided the global community of trail runners with an innovative way to interact remotely and to take on new challenges in the absence...

September 4, 2020

Bad to the Bone Sports Launches Second Monte Vino Races in the Series at Heards Mountain, a Limited-Entry Race Series, in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Charlottesville, VA –September 3, 2020 - The Monte Vino Races, presented by Bad to the Bone Sports, are intimate events with limited entries. In this new environment, the Monte Vino Races strive to bring together the running community in a safer, small crowd setting.  With the Monte Vino Races, Bad...

September 3, 2020

KÖE Organic Kombucha Brings Fruit-Forward Flavor to All SoCal 7-Elevens

LOS ANGELES – KÖE Kombucha – the fruit-forward, organic kombucha in a convenient can – will be available at all 7-Eleven stores in Southern California this September. KÖE, which is based in Los Angeles, will introduce their popular Lemon Lime, Strawberry Lemonade, and Mango flavors at 1,300+ locations. “We’re so...

September 3, 2020

Largest Community Turkey Trot in History Encourages Participation from All Event Companies

(Chicago, IL) – EnMotive is excited to announce the launch of the largest community turkey trot in history and has opened up participation to all event and non-profit organizations. EnMotive is the only organization in endurance sports that provides full-service, turnkey solutions for virtual events; including registration, fundraising, results, photos,...

September 3, 2020

Salomon Introduces its First Recyclable Performance Running Shoe, Index.01

ANNECY, France (Sept. 3, 2020) — Salomon, the global leader in trail running and winter sports equipment, unveils the Index.01, a ready-to-recycle performance road running shoe. The shoe is the result of three years of research and development at Salomon’s Annecy Design Center in the French Alps, developed to reduce...

September 3, 2020

The Louisiana Marathon is proud to announce the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Kids Marathon Challenge in partnership with Louisiana Department of Education

Baton Rouge, LA. – The Louisiana Marathon is excited to announce the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Kids Marathon Challenge starting Monday, September 14, 2020.  The Blue Cross Kids Marathon Challenge is a virtual-based fitness program to expand the reach and access of the Blue Cross Kids Marathon that...

September 2, 2020

Run Rock ‘n Roll Across America: Introducing the Rock ‘n’ Road Trip, a 15-Stop Virtual Running Tour that Celebrates Destinations the Rock ‘N’ Roll Marathon Series is Known For

TAMPA, Fla. (September 2, 2020)– The Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series®, a part of The IRONMAN Group, today launched the Rock ‘n’ Road Trip, a 15-stop virtual running tour across the United States that connects the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Virtual Running Series™ (VR™) with the physical event destinations that have made...

September 2, 2020

Run Austin Virtual Series Introduces Third Event, Round the River 4-Miler

AUSTIN, Texas, September 2, 2020 - In July, the Ascension Seton Austin Marathon presented by Under Armour and 3M Half Marathon presented by Under Armour created the Run Austin Virtual Series. Everyone is invited to participate in the 6-month-long virtual series. The events provide monthly milestones as participants train for...

September 1, 2020

The Garmin Kansas City Marathon Presents the Million Mile Challenge

KANSAS CITY, MO (August 24, 2020) – Out of concern for the safety of race participants, partners, staff and volunteers, organizers of the Garmin Kansas City Marathon have made the difficult decision to cancel the race scheduled for October 17, 2020.  Participants who have already registered should visit kcmarathon.org for...

September 1, 2020

The 30th Annual YMCA Turkey Trot Presented by UPMC Health Plan Opens Registration for Virtual Event

PITTSBURGH (September 1, 2020) – Registration is open for this year’s YMCA Turkey Trot presented by UPMC Health Plan -- the event’s 30th anniversary. The virtual event offers a 5-mile, 5K, and 1-mile fun run distances that families can complete from November 23 through November 29 to celebrate Thanksgiving. All...

September 1, 2020

Credit Union Cherry Blossom Run Presents 2020 Les Kinion Outstanding Service Award To Nita Lalla Roncone In Recognition Of Her Many Years Of Service To The Race

September 1, 2020, Washington, DC: Credit Union Cherry Blossom organizers announced today that Nita Lalla Roncone has been named the 2020 recipient of the Les Kinion Outstanding Service Award. Established in 2015, the award is typically presented at the pre-race dinner for the Credit Union Cherry Blossom Run, but Covid-19...

September 1, 2020

Celebrate the Final Days of Summer with the August-September Edition RunnerBox and RiderBox

Before Summer up and leaves with memories and bad tan lines, The RunnerBox and The RiderBox team is delivering a box to help athletes squeeze every little last bit out of these final warm days. Released on August 1st, the latest edition features products that will help athletes stay fresh,...

September 1, 2020

RiteFuel Introduces Sports Hydration Drink Mix

September 1, 2020– RiteFuel Endurance Works introduces their RiteFuel Sports Hydration Drink Mix designed to support athletes based on the duration of their exercise. Electrolytes, carbohydrates, vitamins, and caffeine are thoughtfully formulated for the length of the workout. Using a unique approach known as “Hydration by Duration,” the RiteFuel Advanced...

September 1, 2020

Long Beach Marathon Renews Partnership with Anheuser-Busch

LONG BEACH – Sept 1, 2020 – Motiv Sports, operators of the Long Beach Marathon and Half Marathon, today announced a renewed partnership with Michelob ULTRA as the Official Beer Sponsor and Beach Bum Sponsor of the 2020 Virtual Race. Runners 21+ will be able to enjoy their post-race Michelob...

September 1, 2020

Balega Launches New Reflective Enduro Sock for Fall 2020

DURHAM, N.C. (September 1, 2020) — Balega International, a leading sock brand in the run specialty market, offers runners visibility at dawn or dusk with the introduction of the new Reflective Enduro sock. With fall quickly approaching and daylight becoming more scarce, many runners run at night or early in the...

September 1, 2020

Trail Racing Over Texas Announces that Brazos Bend 100 is Now a Western States 100 Qualifier

Houston, Texas (September 1, 2020)– Trail Racing Over Texas (TROT), announces today that its most popular race, the Brazos Bend 100, is now a Western States qualifier race. The Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run is the world’s oldest 100-mile trail race and attracts participants from all over the world. “To...

August 31, 2020

Over 8,000 Registered Participants From 94 Nations Register to Take on Rock ‘N’ Roll VR18

TAMPA, Fla. (Aug. 31, 2020) – More than 8,000 people from 94 nations and 45 states stepped up the virtual start line for the 18th edition of the Rock ‘n’ Roll® Virtual Running™ (VR™) Series. This past weekend’s Rock ‘n’ Roll VR18 gave participants the opportunity to challenge themselves with...

August 31, 2020

New features make sodisp the most complete virtual event and challenge platform

A massive update makes a range of new features available to create engaging virtual events and challenges on sodisp.com . These newly released features are: Team and relay results: Create both individual or team challenges, or combinations of both! With the team functionality any group can work together and compete...

August 31, 2020

Spotlighting Women Leaders in the Sport of Running, RRCA congratulates Jean Knaack on 15 years of service to the organization and the sport of running

ARLINGTON, Virginia – In August 2020, the Road Runners Club of America Executive Director Jean Knaack proudly celebrated her fifteenth anniversary in the position. When Knaack began her tenure, the RRCA was in a precarious position financially and reputationally. Under her leadership, the organization has not only survived but thrived...

August 28, 2020

Runners Help Raise $35,000 for the Allegheny Trail Alliance by Completing 150-Mile Virtual GAP Relay Presented by UPMC Health Plan

PITTSBURGH – This summer, a record 125 teams completed the 150-mile Virtual GAP Relay presented by UPMC Health Plan and helped raise a record $35,000 for the Great Allegheny Passage. The event inspired runners from 33 states plus Germany and Canada to challenge their friends, family and running clubs to...

August 28, 2020

RunSignup | GiveSignup Hosts a Virtual “Cram Session” to Prepare the Endurance Industry for an Unprecedented Fall

Moorestown, NJ – RunSignup|GiveSignup hosted a free Virtual Cram Session on August 25, 2020 to help race organizers, timers, and nonprofits plan for an unprecedented fall race season. The one-day program consisted of 11 sessions focused on pivoting normal operations to meet the moment, including virtual races, virtual challenges, modified...

August 28, 2020

KT Tape® To Serve As New Sponsor For Drake Blue Oval Showcase Presented by Mediacom

DES MOINES, IA. – KT Tape and Drake Sports Properties announced today a new relationship for the upcoming Drake Blue Oval Showcase, presented by Mediacom.  KT Tape will be the presenting sponsor of the men’s and women’s hurdles and will provide athletes competing in the Drake Blue Oval Showcase with...