Preview: 2009 Chevron Houston Marathon
January 6, 2009 from press release (HOUSTON, TX) Fresh off a fourth-place finish at the 2008 Olympic Marathon in Beijing, Deriba Merga (ETH) has committed to the January 18 running of the 2009 Chevron Houston Marathon. Merga's performance in China (2:10:21) was part of an impressive year of running for the 28-year-old from Nekemte, Ethiopia.
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Regional Race Preview: 5430 Sports Triathlons (CO)
Registration for the 2009 summer series of 5430 Sports triathlons opens on January 1. The races have all sold out early in previous years, “And, we expect the races to sell out even earlier this year,” says Barry Siff, Owner of 5430 Sports.
Marine Corps Marathon Announces 2009 Event Series Schedule
January 5, 2009 from Running USA wire (QUANTICO VA) The Marine Corps Marathon Event Series returns in 2009 with old favorites and exciting new races. The MCM Event Series, held aboard Marine Corps Base Quantico, welcomes the military community and is open to the general public.
Quigley, Aliyu Welcome the New Year with Wins at the Emerald Nuts Midnight Run
January 5, 2009 From NYRR/Running USA wire (NEW YORK NY) Freezing winter weather failed to deter more than 5,000 runners from getting a healthy start to the new year at the 30th Emerald Nuts Midnight Run in Central Park. In addition to a four mile run, the event featured a dance party, costume contest, parade and spectacular fireworks.
PRRO Circuit Eases Bonus Purse Eligibility Rules
January 5, 2009 from Running USA wire - The Professional Road Running Organization (PRRO) Circuit has adopted new eligibility rules for runners planning to compete for the 2008-09 PRRO Circuit Bonus Purse ($35,000).
Welcome 2009
Happy New Year! Around the country many runners closed out 2008 with a run and others---like these folks at the New Year Run 5K in Chicago---started their year off with a celebratory run. Now is the time to start thinking about your 2009 race schedule - be sure to check our online calendar to find an event that fits your training schedule. If you are an Event Director, don't forget to add your 2009 listing to our online calendar - it's free!
Dobriskey, Soos, Olinger to Celebrate the Countdown to 2009 at the 31st Emerald Nuts Midnight Run in Central Park on December 31
December 30, 2008 from Running USA wire (NEW YORK NY) British Olympians Lisa Dobriskey and Ricky Soos and NCAA All-American Brian Olinger lead a competitive field and more than 5,000 participants that will ring in the new year at the 31st Emerald Nuts Midnight Run on Wednesday, December 31 in Central Park.
Stu Mittleman Inducted into American Ultrarunning Hall of Fame
December 30, 2008 from press release Stu Mittleman began his ultra career inauspiciously in 1978, running a modest 6:11 for 50 miles in the Metropolitan 50 Mile in Central Park, New York City. Within two years, he had notched his first national class ultra performance, running 3:52 for 60K.
2009 OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon sells out with 35,000 entries
December 27, 2008 from press release (INDIANAPOLIS IN) The 500 Festival announced today the 33rd running of the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon has sold out with 35,000 entries. The event is schedule for May 2, 2009. Participants from all 50 states and 9 countries have registered. Entries postmarked on or before, December 26, 2008, will be accepted.
The Athlete’s Kitchen: Body Image and Runners
January 2009 by Nancy Clark MS RD CSSD - Question: What are two things dogs and runners have in common? Answer: One, both dogs and runners love to exercise. Two, they both come in different sizes and shapes. Question: What is one thing dogs and runners do NOT have in common?
RBR Interview: Kevin Paulk, Nike Global Director of RSG Accounts, by Larry Eder
December 23, 2008 from www.runblogrun.com By Larry Eder I have observed Nike, as a brand and a company, for thirty-five years now. I purchased my first pair of Nike shoes, Nike waffle racers in the Fall of 1975. I worked at Runners' World from 1981-1986, and have published my own publications since 1987.
The Cabin John Trail and Greenbelt National Park
December 2008 from Washington Running Report This busy winter, try the Cabin John Trail in southern Montgomery County and Greenbelt National Park in northern Prince George's County. Both parks are little pockets of wilderness sure to satisfy your cravings for solitude and nature, but they are only 15 minutes from downtown Washington, DC. So, you can get your trail running fix in a flash.
Club Profile: The River City Runners Club
December 2008 From RunOhio The River City Runners Club (RCR) in Parkersburg, West Virginia was founded in 1981 and with 450 members has grown to be the largest running club in West Virginia and the surrounding area. The RCR is a RRCA and a USATF affiliated club. We are extremely active in supporting Road Running, Race Walking, High School Track and Cross Country.
