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June 3, 2021
Training for 43rd Bank of America Chicago Marathon Kicks Off Next Week as Planning Continues for the Return of the Event this October
CHICAGO – Thousands of runners will kick off their 18-week training journey next week in preparation for the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Race officials are working closely with the City of Chicago, including the Chicago Department of Public Health, to produce a safe and enjoyable experience for event attendees...
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June 3, 2021
US Trail Running Conference Webinar shares sustainability initiatives for race directors
Estes Park, CO– The fifth webinar in a nine-webinar series produced by the USTrail Running Conference and presented by the leading trail registration platform UltraSignup, was hosted Thursday, May 27. The session subject: Sustainable races – current best practices and future developments, presented four industry leaders that are actively engaged...
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June 3, 2021
Rapha signs on as a major sponsor of Colorado’s Gold Rush Gravel bike rally
Boulder, CO. - Rapha, maker of the world’s finest cycling clothing, will be the exclusive cycling apparel partner of the Gold Rush Gravel Bike Rally held September 19th, 2021 in Gold Hill, Colorado. Gravel bike riders will take on this hilly adventure through Boulder County's finest gravel roads, trails, and...
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June 3, 2021
UNDRBUDR™ Introduces Muscle Budr™, A New Approach to Muscle Recovery
Montclair, NJ – UNDRBUDR, which develops high performance, nature-inspired skincare, today announced the launch of Muscle Budr ™ an entire new line of muscle recovery products almost one year after launching UNDRBUDR Chamois Cream, which has already become an overnight success. Muscle Budr ™ represents years of clinical research, personal...
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June 3, 2021
Leading Meal Kit Company Signs on as Title Sponsor for the Futures Division of the 15K Championships at the 2021 OCRWC
New York, NY June 3, 2021 – Obstacle Course Racing World Championships (OCRWC), the only independent global championships for the sport of Obstacle Course Racing, in partnership with HelloFresh, the world’s leading meal kit company, announced that all registration fees for the 13-17 age group of the 15K Obstacle Course Racing World Championships will...
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June 2, 2021
World Bicycle Relief Announces Second Annual Pedal to Empower Ride
Indianapolis - June 2, 2021 - World Bicycle Relief’s signature ride, Pedal to Empower, returns for a second year this Saturday, June 5 2021. The event aligns with World Bicycle Day on June 3 to internationally celebrate the bicycle as a symbol of human progress and advancement, and World Bicycle...
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June 2, 2021
UCI pushes forwards with sustainable development strategy
The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) has approved key components of its sustainable development strategy, with guidelines and targets. The UCI’s sustainability guidelines aim to provide practical information on key aspects of sustainability for all its stakeholders – which include its 197 national federations, event organisers and teams – so they can...
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June 2, 2021
ASICS introduces tool to measure running’s effect on the mind
ASICS has launched a worldwide study on the effects of exercise on mental health and wellness, and everyone is invited to participate. The study employs a new online tool designed by the team at ASICS called the Mind Uplifter, and it uses facial recognition software and individual self-reports to analyze...
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June 2, 2021
Here’s Why Your Watch Says You Ran More Than a Marathon
There’s basically no such thing as running a perfect 26.2 (or 13.1, or 6.2) miles on a certified race course. Runner's World
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June 2, 2021
HOKA ONE ONE® Strengthens Leadership Team with New Hires
(Goleta, Calif.) June 2, 2021 – HOKA ONE ONE®, one of the fastest-growing footwear and apparel brands in history, announces the hiring of two key leadership positions. With roughly four decades of collective experience in the footwear and outdoor industries, these new team members will deepen the brand’s expertise in...
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June 2, 2021
CamelBak® Partners With Unlikely Hikers
PETALUMA, Calif. (June 2, 2021) – CamelBak®, the global leader in award-winning personal hydration products, announces a new partnership with Unlikely Hikers, an outdoor community that features underrepresented people in the outdoors. Together, the organizations will continue to support diversity, anti-racism and body positivity in the outdoors through community events, ambassadors,...
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June 2, 2021
Salomon Announces Partnership with Rich Roll
OGDEN, Utah (June 2, 2021)– Accomplished author, podcaster and ultra-endurance athlete, Rich Roll, has officially joined the Salomon team as a Running ambassador, effective immediately. Roll began his rise to fame after completing the EPIC5 Challenge in 2010 and has since launched his popular wellness podcast, The Rich Roll Podcast,...
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June 2, 2021
World Triathlon provides $100,000USD in athlete funds to support the road to Tokyo 2020
World Triathlon has approved a support fund of $100,000USD to provide financial assistance to those athletes from National Federations with the greatest needs in order to help them compete at Continental and World level over the Olympic and Paralympic Qualification Period. A total of 23 athletes and para athletes from...
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June 2, 2021
Mountain Hardwear Releases Two New Ultralight Tents; Nimbus™ and Strato™ UL Tents
Richmond, Calif. (June 2, 2021)- Mountain Hardwear, a leader in performance equipment and apparel for climbers, mountaineers, and athletes, has added to its robust offering of tents with two new ultra lightweight styles, the Nimbus™ UL 1 and 2 and Strato™ UL 2. These styles usher the brand into an...
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June 2, 2021
Steelers Run and Walk Brings Participants Back to Heinz Field
PITTSBURGH, PA (June 2, 2021) – The Steelers Run and Walk, presented by Gatorade, opens registration with in-person and virtual options, encouraging all of Steelers Nation to participate in this year’s event. As in the past, all proceeds benefit the Art Rooney Memorial Scholarship Fund and Chuck Noll Foundation. The...
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June 2, 2021
The open TOUR DE SUISSE Virtual Racing Series on ROUVY
Grenchen, Switzerland / June 2nd, 2021 - The Tour de Suisse is only 1 week away, and unfortunately, it will take place without spectators. However, for anyone of the competitive breed, there is a special opportunity. Together with Cycling Unlimited AG, the organizer behind most of the Swiss tours, ROUVY...
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June 2, 2021
TriggerPoint Launches Compact GRID Travel Foam Roller
CARLSBAD, Calif. (June 2, 2021) — Today, TriggerPoint, the leader in recovery and massage products in the athletic and wellness markets, announces the launch of the travel-size GRID Travel. Ideal for foam rolling on-the-go, the GRID Travel is a smaller, compact version of TriggerPoint’s original GRID Foam Roller, and offers...
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June 2, 2021
woom Launches Its First Electric Bike for Kids in the U.S.
June 2, 2021– AUSTIN, TEXAS – woom, a globally-acclaimed kids’ bicycle company, launches its first electric bike (e-bike) for kids in the United States. The woom UP is the most premium kids’ e-bike available, thanks to a combination of its FAZUA drive system, SRAM NX drivetrain, air suspension fork, hydraulic...
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June 2, 2021
Challenged Athletes Foundation to Host Its Extraordinary Celebration of Heroes, Heart and Hope Gala at Home
NEW YORK, NY – June 2, 2021 – Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) will host A Celebration of Heroes, Heart and Hope gala virtually on June 9. Hosted by Dylan Dreyer from NBC’s Today Show, the extraordinary program will showcase the healing and transformational power of sports within the community. This year’s...
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June 2, 2021
Registration Now Open for 2022 Running USA Industry Conference presented by Race Roster
(June 2, 2021) – Registration is now open for the 2022 Running USA Industry Conference presented by Race Roster. The highly anticipated return of the running industry’s favorite education and networking event is set for February 20-22, 2022, returning to the Coronado Springs Resort at Walt Disney World in Lake...
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June 2, 2021
GiveSignup | RunSignup Offers Pre-Registration for In-Person Winter Symposium in January 2022
Moorestown, NJ – GiveSignup | RunSignup, the leading technology provider for endurance and fundraising events in the US, is bringing back their in-person educational Symposiums, starting with the GiveSignup | RunSignup Winter Symposium in January 2022. The two-day session for race timers, race directors, and nonprofits will be held January...
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June 2, 2021
Nearly 1300 Triathletes Return to Racing at CapTex Triathlon
AUSTIN, Texas, June 2, 2021 -- The 29th annual CapTex Triathlon presented by Life Time welcomed nearly 1300 triathletes from 26 states to Austin, Texas, for their return to racing during Memorial Day weekend. Race weekend included a one-day expo, endless views of downtown Austin, and triathletes crossing their first...
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June 2, 2021
Zone3 Partners with New England Endurance Events
BOSTON - Athletes racing some of the East Coast’s most iconic triathlons will be introduced to the emerging triathlon brand Zone3 during this upcoming season. The British company, which has established a U.S. presence over the past year, will play a key role at events directed by New England Endurance...
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June 1, 2021
Exercise Affects Us All Differently. A New Study Could Finally Explain Why
Exercise is good for everyone, but it doesn't affect us all in the same ways: some people might see boosts in levels of endurance, while others benefit from better blood sugar levels. Now scientists think they may have discovered one of the reasons why. Science Alert
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June 1, 2021
Meet the team tackling cycling’s garbage problem and eliminating single-use plastics
Canadian women's continental team InstaFund Racing, now in its third season, has set itself the big goal of going almost entirely free of single-use plastic, from June 1. It also aims to work towards having a carbon-neutral footprint from 2022. Velonews