EVENT NEWS
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March 2, 2021
Could You Do the ‘Strongman Marathon’? 26.2 Miles of Tire Flips, Burpees, Handstands, and More
The endurance event is made up of 26 movements, each performed for a mile. So that’s a mile of burpees, a mile of tire flips, a mile of sled pulls, and more total insanity. GearJunkie
March 1, 2021
Lance Armstrong could have won without the drugs, says Phil Liggett
According to the legendary cycling commentator, dubbed the ‘voice of cycling’ after decades of Tour de France TV commentary, he admired the Texan for his achievements off the bike but that he “can’t condone drug cheats.” Cycling Weekly
March 1, 2021
Unique race venues in running history
Races don't have to stick to the track, trails or road – a paring garage, a mall, or even a helipad will do. Canadian Running
February 26, 2021
Singapore Marathon no longer in the running for Abbott World Marathon Majors
The IRONMAN Group’s independence from Wanda Sports, following its sale, means that IRONMAN’s Singapore Marathon is no longer on the table to be a Abbott World Marathon Majors event. Endurance Biz
February 26, 2021
The Case for Running ‘Naked’: Ditch the Electronics for a Happier, Healthier Run
Most runners make their strides weighed down by watches, cellphones, iPods, and a whole assemblage of other smart wearables. But sometimes it’s better to hit the trail “naked” - without the distraction of gadgets. GearJunkie
February 23, 2021
Runner Dismissed From UCLA Team For Using Racist, Sexist, and Homophobic Language
Runner Chris Weiland has been kicked off the UCLA track and field and cross-country team after a video surfaced of him allegedly using racist, sexist, and homophobic language. Runners World
February 23, 2021
Zwift bans another pro, this time with history of data tampering.
Read how they found out and how far back they went on DC Rainmaker
February 22, 2021
Jogger who had COVID knew something was wrong after his run — very wrong
Larry VanDusseldorp tested positive for COVID-19 on Oct. 1, returned to work 24 days later, resumed jogging, and in late November, following a run, suffered a heart attack caused by a COVID-related blood clot. Miami Herald
February 18, 2021
The Tokyo Olympics Appoint Seiko Hashimoto As Chief
The Tokyo Olympics are making a major statement in Japan - they’ve put a woman in charge, right after former chief Yoshiro Mori resigned last week following scrutiny over sexist remarks. Seiko Hashimoto, a former Olympic bronze medalist in speedskating, was appointed as the new president of the Tokyo Olympic...
February 16, 2021
2020 Prize Money Lists Show Massive—And Expected—Drops in Pro Payouts
For 2020, the prize money list was publicized last week and the message is clear: with almost no races last year, pros struggled to earn any prize money at all. triathlete