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Race 13.1, a Premier Half Marathon Race Series, Marks Rapid Growth with Opening of Nashville, TN Office

Former SeaWorld Executive to Lead New Nashville, Tennessee Office - September 27, 2014 - Race 13.1

Run the World Adventures Offers Personalized Trail Running Vacations

Six of the world’s top adventure-running tour companies from New Zealand, Spain, Iceland, Tanzania, Guatemala and Italy have come together to form Run The World Adventures, a centralized service for planning a running vacation to top international trail-running destinations. From its... - September 25, 2014 - Run the World Adventures

Vendors Needed for Two-Day Santa to the Sea Finish Line Festival

Up to 9,000 people expected to attend. - September 24, 2014 - Santa to the Sea

Vigilant Personal Protection Systems Launches 130dB Personal Alarm to Benefit National Center for Missing and Exploited Children®

Vigilant Personal Protection Systems Launches 130dB Personal Alarm to Benefit National Center for Missing and Exploited Children®

Vigilant Personal Protection Systems (Vigilant PPS, Inc.), in coordination with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children®, announces the launch of a brand new alarm designed to help protect the user in emergency situations. One dollar from each new Vigilant model PPS-8KID sold... - September 22, 2014 - Vigilant Personal Protection Systems

First Ever Bhutan International Festival in the Himalayas – Feb 14-23, 2015 Brings Together 10 Days of Arts, Music, Film, a Full and Half Marathon, TED Talks and More

First Ever Bhutan International Festival in the Himalayas – Feb 14-23, 2015 Brings Together 10 Days of Arts, Music, Film, a Full and Half Marathon, TED Talks and More

First Ever International Festival in The Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan – Feb 14-23, 2015 - September 09, 2014 - Bhutan International Festival

Kiddie Run Sponsored by The Gateway Family YMCA

The Gateway Family YMCA presents a Kiddie Run as part of the Union Township Chamber’s Fourth Annual Mayor’s Day Run. - September 01, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA

SLS3 Delivers Groundbreaking LED Belt Compression Gear Technology

New LED Hipster Belt Offers Exceptional Price, Design, Performance and Sustainability for Triathlon Training, Racing and Competition - August 09, 2014 - SLS3

3rd Annual Tri-Valley Kids Splash and Dash

The 3rd annual Tri-Valley Kid’s Splash and Dash #2 presented by the Tri-Valley Triathlon Club, is set to take place again with its new and improved spectator friendly course on the morning of September 7 beginning at 8:30a.m. On July 20, TVTC held the first part of this summer series with... - July 31, 2014 - Tri-Valley Triathlon Club

Fitness Guru John Lee Joins Team Spree

Fitness Guru John Lee Joins Team Spree

Renowned fitness personality endorses Spree Wearables, will use revolutionary SmartCap while training clients. - July 23, 2014 - Spree Wearables, Inc.

Silicium Laboratories Launches an Extra Strength Version of G5 Living Silica and Provides Documented Clinical Testing Benefits

Silicium Laboratories Launches an Extra Strength Version of G5 Living Silica and Provides Documented Clinical Testing Benefits

Silicium Laboratories introduces Orgono G5 Siliplant supplement to address body mobility, flexibility issues due to aging or injury. - July 17, 2014 - Silicium Laboratories

Moonlit Woods Provide Ground for Prohition Themed 5k

Runners to embody Bootlegging Theme for Charity. - July 10, 2014 - Trivium Racing

"Obstacle Race World: The State of the Mud Run Business" Details the Size and Reach of the OCR Market as the Sport’s First-Ever Industry Report

"Obstacle Race World: The State of the Mud Run Business" Details the Size and Reach of the OCR Market as the Sport’s First-Ever Industry Report

"Obstacle Race World: The State of the Mud Run Business" is the first industry report on obstacle course races and challenges! This publication examines the rapid growth of mud runs, providing a context with its brief history and roots in other popular sports and activities. Also included are estimates and projections on the market size (industry revenue), number of participants, and market share. - June 30, 2014 - Melissa Rodriguez

Headwaters Relief Organization Announces Sixth Annual Run with Purpose 5K

Family-friendly, casual run benefits children and families recovering from natural disasters. - June 26, 2014 - Headwaters Relief Organization

Spree Wearables Introduces “SmartCap” Fitness Monitor

Spree Wearables Introduces “SmartCap” Fitness Monitor

Ditch the chest strap; become a better athlete with one true, comfortable wearable. - June 13, 2014 - Spree Wearables, Inc.

Fall Marathon Training Indianapolis - National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS)

Fall Marathon Training Indianapolis - National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS)

Have you ever thought about completing a marathon for the first time or wanted to train with others for a race? NIFS has developed a new running program just for you. - June 04, 2014 - NIFS

2014 California Sports Hall of Fame Induction

2014 California Sports Hall of Fame Induction

California Sports Hall of Fame Celebrates Class of 2014 Induction, Sunday June 22nd, 5pm. - May 27, 2014 - California Sports Hall Of Fame

National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Triathlon Training Program: You Go Girl!

National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Triathlon Training Program: You Go Girl!

Attention Ladies! The NIFS Triathlon Training Program begins in June! This program prepares you for the Go Girl Triathlon at Eagle Creek Park on August 23rd. Training begins at 5:30pm on Tuesday June 17th at the National Institute for Fitness and Sport in downtown Indianapolis. - May 21, 2014 - NIFS

iM Sports™ Supports the Special Olympics Through Charity

iM Sports is proud to announce that a portion of the proceeds from each online sale will be donated to the Special Olympics. - May 17, 2014 - iM Sports

Jay Dicharry Authors Clinical Gait Assessment Chapter in Running Medicine Second Edition

Jay Dicharry of the REP Lab and Rebound Physical Therapy in Bend, OR authors the chapter on Clinical Gait Assessment in the definitive 2nd Edition of Running Medicine and integrates the latest biomechanical research for assessing and treating running injuries and maximizing running performance. - May 15, 2014 - Rebound Physical Therapy

VIRUN NutraBIOsciences™, Leader in Cognitive-Functional-Ingredients, to Sponsor Cognitive Health Forum at NutraIngredients-USA

VIRUN NutraBIOsciences™, Leader in Cognitive-Functional-Ingredients, to Sponsor Cognitive Health Forum at NutraIngredients-USA

VIRUN, leader in Cognitive health ingredients, is sponsoring NutraIngreidents Cognitive Health Forum on May 22nd, 2014. According to NutraIngredients-USA, “Industry leaders from companies such as Abbott Nutrition, Standard Process, Nawgan, and Euromonitor will join for a discussion of the cognitive health sector, from science and claim substantiation, to market sizing and key consumer demographics.” - May 13, 2014 - VIRUN

Participants Go Behind the Scenes of History at James Monroe 5k

The James Monroe 5k at Ash Lawn-Highland will take runners and walkers on a course through exclusive areas of the property generally not open to the public. The 5k will take place during AL-H's Field Day on May 17, and both will benefit the historic property's preservation. - May 09, 2014 - Notus Sports

Original Mud Run to Benefit Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes

Original Mud Run to Benefit Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes

$10 from registration fee for Spring 2014 events will go to wounded veterans charity. - March 31, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes

National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Go Girl Triathlon Training Program

National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Go Girl Triathlon Training Program

Attention Ladies: Have you ever wanted to do a sprint triathlon? Join the NIFS Go Girl Triathlon Training Program to prepare for the Go Girl Triathlon at Eagle Creek Park on August 23rd. Training begins at 5:30pm on Tuesday June 17th at the National Institute for Fitness and Sport in downtown... - March 28, 2014 - NIFS

Local Locksmith to Represent Valencia with Santa Clarita Runner's Club in Los Angeles Marathon

Training with the Santa Clarita Runner’s Club, Valencia locksmith Rafi Mardiros of Magic Lock and Key will run in the 2014 Asics Los Angeles Marathon. - March 06, 2014 - Magic Lock & Key

Girls on the Run of Collier County and The GLITTER Foundation Announce Partnership in Glitter 5K Event

Girls on the Run of Collier County and The GLITTER Foundation, both local non-profits in the Naples, FL area are partnering up for the "I Don't Sweat, I Sparkle!" Glitter 5K and 1-Mile Shimmer Shuffle. The event will take place Saturday, April 12, 2014 at the vineyards Community Park in Naples at 8AM. Glitter attire is encouraged! - March 02, 2014 - Girls On The Run of Collier County

Dash From The Past Announces Charitable Partner

Dash From The Past partners with an amazing charity for its Fort Lauderdale 5K. - February 25, 2014 - Dash From The Past Inc.

Location Announced for Hams and Hamstrings 5K, Slated for Easter Morning in Colorado Springs

“Colorado’s Easter Day 5K” to start and finish at Woodmen Heights 7-Eleven Location. - February 20, 2014 - Bigwig Races LLC

Marlborough Allots Accommodation & Transportation for Boston Marathon

City of Marlborough designates 80 hotel rooms and shuttle service for runners and their families. - February 20, 2014 - Marlborough Economic Development Corporation

Phoenix Frontrunners, Inc. (PHXFR) Reinvents Its 16th Annual Pride Run and Walk Event, Which Will Occur on Saturday Morning, April 5, 2014 in Downtown Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix Frontrunners' is a running and walking nonprofit organization promoting education and the adoption of a healthy lifestyle through running and walking. It also advocates an environment that is fun and enjoyable for all, whether LGBT identified or LGBT allied. - February 16, 2014 - Phoenix Frontrunners, Inc.

Spirit Airlines’ Partners with Phoenix Frontrunners to Boost Tourism to Phoenix for Pride Race 2014

Spirit Airlines (NASDAQ: SAVE) continues its commitment to boosting tourism to Phoenix as a sponsor of the upcoming 2014 Pride 10K / 5K Run and 5K Walk taking place April 5, 2014 in Phoenix, Arizona. - February 14, 2014 - Phoenix Frontrunners, Inc.

National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Mini Marathon Training Program: Having Fun Going Thirteen Point One

National Institute for Fitness and Sport (NIFS) Mini Marathon Training Program: Having Fun Going Thirteen Point One

Training for the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini Marathon doesn’t have to be dull! Join NIFS’ Mini Marathon Training Program so that you can be one of the 35,000 participants who will cross the finish line on May 3, 2014. Training begins at two convenient locations: the National Institute... - January 30, 2014 - NIFS

U.S. & Canadian Records Set on Beynon Sports’ Indoor Track

Yet again, multiple records have been broken on a Beynon Sports’ surface – this time at Boston University. On Thursday, January 16th, Galen Rupp shaved nearly 6 seconds off the current 5000 meter U.S. indoor record by posting a time of 13:01.26. Galen took the record-breaking title from... - January 22, 2014 - Beynon Sports Surfaces

British Athletics See Gold with OSU & Beynon Sports

187 days might seem far away, but for the athletes competing in the 2014 IAAF World Junior Championships, it is right around the corner. British Athletics announced last week that they have chosen Oregon State University as their training grounds for the upcoming competition. “We’re... - January 19, 2014 - Beynon Sports Surfaces

The Hippie Run 5k/Glow Party Brings Communities Together to Promote Fitness and Help Fund Local Charity

The Hippie Run has 3 big goals in one “Groovy” event: helping promote healthy living, bring communities together in celebration, and most importantly raise money for The Make-A-Wish Foundation. - January 18, 2014 - The Hippie Run

NPR Station KPCC Talks “Smart Shoes” with REP Biomechanics Lab Director Jay Dicharry, PT, SCS

REP Lab Director Jay Dicharry PT, SCS discusses the rapidly evolving field of shoe design with NPR affiliate KPCC - Southern California. - December 23, 2013 - Rebound Physical Therapy

Sports Minister Visits Bury

Sports Minister Visits Bury

Through the I Will if You Will Campaign Sport England is focused on helping people and communities across the country create a sporting habit for life. They will invest over £1 billion of National Lottery and Exchequer funding between 2012 and 2017 in organisations and projects that will help more women have a sporting habit, create more opportunities and nurture potential talent. - December 21, 2013 - I Will If You Will

How to Avoid Dry, Cracked Lips This Winter

How to Avoid Dry, Cracked Lips This Winter

An answer to averting dry, chapped lips in winter, as well as under-eye dryness and various skin irritations can come from natural beeswax-base Vitamin E Sticks. Reviva Labs of Haddonfield, N.J., provides the natural Vitamin E, Soy and Allantoin sticks in lipstick-type tubes. Testimonials from... - December 04, 2013 - Reviva Labs

Athletics Canada Gets on the Right Track with Beynon Sports and Playteck

Athletics Canada, Beynon Sports and Playteck Enterprises are pleased to announce a new partnership agreement that will see the worldwide leader in track surfacing and their Canadian partner as the official suppliers of running tracks for Canada’s national track and field association through... - November 24, 2013 - Beynon Sports Surfaces

iM Sports™ Offers New Selection of Colors for Sports Compression Sleeves

iM Sports™ will be greatly expanding the number of colors available in its full arm sports sleeve category for running, basketball, football and baseball. - November 22, 2013 - iM Sports

WaterBaton™ Ready to Reinvent On-Course Hydration for Competitive Races

Startup launches $10,000 Indiegogo campaign to crowdsource relay-style hydration container for faster, more efficient distribution of liquids to athletes during races. - November 16, 2013 - Water Baton

Rock N Roll Marathon... The British Invasion is Back

The Brits in question aren’t musicians, but sports accessories manufacturer 1000 Mile Sportswear located in Watford, England. The specialty sportswear company recently made its U.S. debut at the Rock n Roll Marathon in Savannah, Georgia. Georgia Game Changers running store is the first U.S. - November 16, 2013 - Lightfoot Heavy Industries

The Wait is Over: Spree Now Available for Purchase

The Wait is Over: Spree Now Available for Purchase

Online orders now being taken for revolutionary fitness monitor. - November 15, 2013 - Spree Wearables, Inc.

"Team Spree" to Debut at San Antonio Rock 'n' Roll Marathon

"Team Spree" to Debut at San Antonio Rock 'n' Roll Marathon

Six-runner team to showcase revolutionary fitness monitor at Nov. 17th race. - November 07, 2013 - Spree Wearables, Inc.

Registration Opens Saturday, Nov. 9 for New "Across the Bay 10K" Chesapeake Bay Bridge Run

The new "Across the Bay 10K" will take up to 20,000 runners across the historic Chesapeake Bay Bridge in November of 2014 for the first time in eight years. - November 07, 2013 - Across the Bay 10K

Running For Others - Wounded Warriors and Others

Running For Others - Wounded Warriors and Others

Running for Others is a running blog that is entertaining via Jim's silly training and races experiences, sharing training tips, running gear suggestions and raising funds for the Wounded Warrior Project. - September 26, 2013 - Running For Others

Apple Harvest Festival 5K, 1K and Kids Fun Run

The Glastonbury Chamber of Commerce will hold the 39th Annual Apple Harvest Festival 5K road races on Sunday, October 20, 2013 at Riverfront Park, Welles Street, Glastonbury. - September 12, 2013 - Glastonbury Chamber of Commerce

Beynon Sports’ Products Achieve GREENGUARD GOLD Certification

Beynon continues to lead the way going green in the running track and sports flooring industry. Beynon Sports’ continued effort to lead the industry in sustainable products has taken a major step forward with the recent GREENGUARD GOLD certification. GREENGUARD, a UL Environment company,... - August 21, 2013 - Beynon Sports Surfaces

Fifth Annual Devil's Chase to be Run Live and Virtually in Salem, MA to Benefit Local Non Profit

B&S Fitness LLC (http://www.bnsfitness.com/)—the Boston area's largest provider of fitness programs, is once again hosting its Devil's Chase, a Halloween-themed 6.66 mile run. However, this year, there is also an option to run it virtually. Both races will help support the Plummer House, a local non-profit organization. All race participants will receive a custom Devil's Chase tech shirt, custom bib, finisher's medal, along with other race giveaways. - August 19, 2013 - B&S Fitness

3x Cancer Conqueror, Motivational Speaker, Matt Jones to Compete in 5th Marathon on 5th Continent

After fighting for his life through chemotherapy treatments and struggling emotionally and physically in and out of hospitals for years, Matt Jones conquered cancer – 3 times – and he will conquer the City to Surf for Activ marathon in Perth, Australia in less than a month. It will be Matt’s 5th marathon since 2006. - August 13, 2013 - Matt Jones LLC

The 17th Annual Dunn's Run to Benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County

What: A 5-mile run/5K run and walk through Deerfield Beach. When: Race begins at 7:30am (Hillsboro Blvd. South of Federal Highway will close at 7:00 a.m.) Starting Line: South of the Main Deerfield Beach Parking located on Ocean Way and SE 2nd Street. Course/Distance: 5M&5K Run Timed (USATF Certified) 5K Walk- (3.10 miles) (not judged or timed). Timing System: The race will use the d-tag timing system. - August 07, 2013 - Boys & Girls Clubs of South Florida

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