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Culture · Canadian Running

103-year-old completes first half-marathon in Wisconsin

Germaine Smith finishes the Community First Fox Cities Half Marathon in 2:04:40.

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Culture · Canadian Running

Yoga poses to relieve hip tightness for runners

Simple yoga poses can help runners with hip stiffness

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Culture · Canadian Running

Run Rabbit Run to offer $100,000 prize for 2027 winners

The Steamboat Springs ultramarathon will increase its prize purse significantly.

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Culture · Marathon Handbook

NYRR Opens 9+1 Drawing Applications for 2028 Marathon

New York Road Runners begins accepting applications for the 9+1 drawing on Thursday.

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Culture · Marathon Handbook

NYC Marathon Adds Refill Stations for Sustainability

Five self-serve water refill stations added to NYC Marathon course

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Culture · Marathon Handbook

Comrades Marathon Winner Explains Decision to Finish Despite Illness

George Kusche won the Comrades Marathon despite a severe stomach issue, citing personal pride and family honor.

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