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Marathon/Running News: 10/19/08 - 10/26/08
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| News From: Sunday, October 26, 2008 | ||
| Frankfurt Marathon | ||
| Post-Race Review/ Results | ||
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Newcomer Leads Kenyan Sweep in Frankfurt
(Race Results Weekly) Robert Kiprono Cheruiyot set a new course record in winning the 2008 Frankfurt Marathon. | ||
| News From: Saturday, October 25, 2008 | ||
| Cape Cod Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Cape Cod Marathon picturesque, challenging
(Cape Cod Times) It has been saluted by Runners World as one of the ten most scenic marathon courses in America, and for good reason. The Cape Cod Marathon has a starting line at a quintessential New England village green, and runs through rolling farmland and around cranberry bogs. The closing miles past Nobska Light and along Vineyard Sound make the Cape Cod Marathon is a visual treat. | ||
| News From: Friday, October 24, 2008 | ||
| Columbia River Power Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Columbia River Power Marathon course to cross dam
(East Oregonian) The Columbia River Power Marathon is out to make a name for itself in its inaugural run Saturday, and with a unique course, strong guest list and a little luck it might do just that. The ambitious marathon will be the first race ever to cross McNary Dam into Washington. | ||
| Marine Corps Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Marathon brings out runners' best
(Free Lance - Star) Compelling stories and worthy causes are common themes that bind many of the individual entries competing in Sunday's 33rd Marine Corps Marathon. Holly Bisbee of Fredericksburg will be running in her second Marine Marathon She will be among the roughly 300 entries running in support of Fisher House, a national charity that provides housing and other necessities for families of hospitalized war veterans. | ||
| Marine Corps Marathon on myfoxdc
(My FoxDC) Marine Corps Marathon Opening Ceremonies begin at 7:20 a.m. at the Route 110 Start line in Rosslyn on Sunday. A slew of bands and celebrities will add to the pre and post race excitement for the thirty-third running of the Marine Corps Marathon | ||
| Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort International Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Elite Runners Headed to Niagara Falls Marathon
(Niagar This Week) A large number of elite runners are expected this weekend at the 11th annual Niagara Falls Marathon. More than 6,000 participants are expected to run in the five events which is an increase of 2,000 more from last year's race. | ||
| Odds And Ends | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Radcliffe told to cut miles and have baby
(The Guardian) Paula Radcliffe has been warned to cut back on her training over the next four years - and even have another baby - if she is serious about winning the marathon at the Olympic Games in London in 2012. | ||
| Reggae Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| 10K added to December 6 Reggae Marathon line-up
(The Jamaica Observer) Organizers of the Reggae Marathon, the Jamdammers running club of Kingston, have added the 10K event to the marathon weekend line-up. The Marathon and Half Marathon road races set for Saturday, December 6 in Negril will include the 10K event for an easier entry into long distance running. | ||
| News From: Thursday, October 23, 2008 | ||
| Detroit International Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Watch Yourself Finish the Detroit Marathon
(Detroit Examiner) The Detroit Free Press (sponsor of the marathon) video taped the finish line of the Detroit Marathon for the entire six and a half hours before the course was closed. You can watch yourself (or your friend/family/arch enemy/whatever) cross the finish line! | ||
| Marine Corps Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Alexandrians Warm Up for Marine Corps Marathon
(Alexandria Times) George Buckheight, a trainer at Pacers running store is excited for the 33rd running of the Marine Corps Marathon. Nearly 1,000 Alexandrians will race in the 26.2 mile run around Washington D.C. | ||
| Marine Corps Marathon Is Sunday
(Washington Post) The Marine Corps Marathon takes place this Sunday in Washington D.C. With the marathon kicking off at 8:15 am travel will be difficult in and out of the city. The Post offers travel suggestions and tips for runners to arrive on time and find the easiest path home. | ||
| New York City Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
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Fans Invited to Pick ING NYCM Podiums to Win New Car
(Race Results Weekly) Fans have a shot to win a new car by picking the top three men and women finishers at the 2008 ING New York City Marathon. | ||
| Nike 26.2 = Nike Women's Marathon | ||
| Post-Race Review/ Results | ||
| Nike fudges, recognizes fastest marathon runner as "a" winner
(San Francisco Chronicle) Marathon runner Arien O'Connell will be a winner after all from Sunday's Nike Women's Marathon. A Nike Representative called O'Connell and said that she would recieve the same award as the woman who started with the elite group 20 minutes ahead of O'Connell | ||
| Odds And Ends | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| The Lithia Loop Trail Marathon Finally.
(Mail Tribune) Rogue Valley will finally have it's first 26 mile race. The Lithia Loop Trail Marathon will begin in Ashland on November 8 and the course is expected to be a little muddy. | ||
| Pre-Race Review/ Lineup | ||
| On The Run column: Fall marathon season marks end of long journey
(The Salem News) While the busiest weekend of marathon running may be over this year, marathon running goes on with the New York City Marathon on November 2, Philadelphia Marathon on November 23 and the Marine Corps Marathon this weekend. | ||
| Training/ Health | ||
| Best Products For Marathon Runners
(Detroit Fitness Examiner) Carol Bardelli has her fitness picks for some of the best products that marathon runners should look into. From cherry juice to an arm band, Carol, hopes to help runner with some of the things that will make running easier. | ||
| Redding Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Follow these 10 tips for a successful Redding marathon
(Redding Record Searchlight) The Redding Marathon takes place on January 18, 2009. Luanne Park offers up ten great training points to get each runner headed down a successful path toward finishing the marathon. | ||
| Richmond Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Donate Life in the SunTrust Richmond Marathon.
(Active Richmond) Donate Life is part of the SunTrust Richmond Marathon. The are part of an effort to educate others about organ, eye and tissue donation. There is a critical shortage of donors and all the race activities will help bring to light how we can all save and enhance lives. | ||
| News From: Wednesday, October 22, 2008 | ||
| Des Moines Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Marathon: Des Moines came out a winner, too
(Des Moines Register) More than 6,000 runners and walkers from all over the world gathered to participate in the IMT Des Moines Marathon. The city of Des Moines held bragging rights as people commented on the scenic views, organization of the race and wonderful support from the town. | ||
| Dubai Marathon | ||
| Pre-Race Review/ Lineup | ||
| Top Runners Ready for Dubai Marathon
(Khaleej Times) Haile Gebrselassie will launch an attempt on his own world record time in the emirate of Dubai and, if successful, claim a one-million dollar bonus that he narrowly missed in the 2007 Dubai Marathon. | ||
| London Marathon | ||
| Pre-Race Review/ Lineup | ||
| Shobukhova to run London Marathon
(European Athletics) European 5000m record holder Lilya Shobukhova has announced her Marathon debut will be in London next year. The 30-year-old middle distance specialist will take to the streets of London on April 26 along with the usual impressive elite womans field. | ||
| Myrtle Beach Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Train correctly to be right for the road at Myrtle Beach Marathon
(The Sun News) The 12th annual Myrtle Beach Marathon will be Feburary 14. A day so appropriate for those who love to run or walk. No fancy shirts or pants are necessary but appropriate footwear can spell the difference between finishing and injury. | ||
| Nairobi Marathon | ||
| Pre-Race Review/ Lineup | ||
| Champions to defend titles in Stanchart Nairobi Marathon
(The Standard) he sixth Stanchart Nairobi Marathon has so far attracted 7,700 partipants among them 53 online entries from abroad. John Njoroge Thuita and Rose Chesire who won the men and womens marathon titles return to try to make meet history in Sundays event as well as pursue the million dollar top prize. No man or woman has won Africa's largest marathon since it's inception. | ||
| New Denver Marathon | ||
| Post-Race Review/ Results | ||
| Jenny TImms delighted to claim Devon's marathon crown
(Express & Echo) The 29-year-old, Jenny Timms has a best of 3:18.34, set when finishing fourth in the Duchy Marathon last year and believes she can go lot quicker. Her winning performance of 3 hours 28 minutes and 3 seconds at the Devon Marathon put her 17 minutes ahead of her closest competitor on a tough course. | ||
| Nike 26.2 = Nike Women's Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| At Nike Women's Marathon, fastest time didn't win
(San Francisco Chronicle) Jon Hendershott, associate editor of the Track and Field News magazine, based in Mountain View California said "That's pretty weak" regarding the decision to not award the victory to the fastest time of the day to marathon runner Arien O'Connell, a 24 year-old teacher. | ||
| Spinx Run Fest | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Spinx Run Fest will go on, even if it rains
(Greenville Online) Rain predicted for the Upstate later this week could help replenish drought-stricken Lake Hartwell, while soaking hundreds of runners in downtown Greenvilles Spinx Run Fest Marathon. Forecasters called for an 80-90 percent chance of rain on Friday and 20 percent on Saturday. Race director Ron Chappell said the marathon will move forward regardless of rain. | ||
| News From: Tuesday, October 21, 2008 | ||
| Columbus Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Columbus Marathon adds OSU to route
(The Lantern) The Columbus Marathon saw more than 11,500 record setting participants on Sunday morning. The revamped course included sections of the east and central campus of The Ohio State University which broke up a rather monotonous trek up High Street. | ||
| Detroit International Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Scenes from Sunday's race: Runners celebrate at end of Detroit Marathon
(Detroit Free Press) From early morning, before the sun rose, the Detroit area was a buzz with activity for the Free Press Marathon. The wheelchair race began at five minutes after 7 am in the dark morning and the marathon kicked off five minutes later to the classic Van Halen tune of "Right Now". | ||
| Marine Corps Marathon | ||
| Human Interest Story | ||
| Your Place in the Race: Marine Corps Marathon Spectators
(Express Night Out) Besides running shoes, Beth Johnson, spokeswoman for the Marine Corps Marathon suggests that runners need spectators and cheering fans to get through the tough miles. The race will canvas the Washington D.C. area and includes passing in front of the famed D.C. monuments. | ||
| Mount Desert Island marathon | ||
| Post-Race Review/ Results | ||
| Lark leads to Mount Desert Island marathon victory
(Mount Desert Islander) The first female finisher of the Mount Desert Island Marathon, Jenna Krajewski, entered the contest on a lark the day before the race. She was in the area hiking and decided to enter for fun. The China, Maine, resident took the top womens slot in the event on Sunday and set a new course record of 3 hours 3 minutes and 2 seconds, beating the old record set in 2007 by Judi Chiavetta by over one minute. | ||
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