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Fifty races done, 83-year-old marathoner Ramesh aims to run till age of 100
1 week, 4 days ago

Fifty races done, 83-year-old marathoner Ramesh aims to run till age of 100

India Today  

At 83, Dr. Ramesh has already achieved the extraordinary milestone of completing 50 marathons and shows no signs of slowing down. For Dr. Ramesh, yoga is not just exercise; it is a way of life that fosters physical flexibility, mental focus, and spiritual grounding. AN ATHLETE WHO NEVER STOPS While Dr. Ramesh's routine exemplifies a holistic lifestyle, it is his …

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Meet the accident survivor who runs marathons and summits mountains
1 month ago

Meet the accident survivor who runs marathons and summits mountains

The Hindu  

A 35-year-old professional who lost a leg in a train mishap is set to run his 77th marathon in the upcoming JBG Kolkata World 10k running event on Sunday. I fell off the train, and my left leg got crushed under the wheels.” At the time of the accident, Mr. Kumar worked in a private firm in Kolkata. “My mother …

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Female runner discovers joy of marathons
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1 month ago

Female runner discovers joy of marathons

China Daily  

Sun Jiaoqiong participates in the 2024 Nanchang Marathon in Jiangxi province on Nov 10. Sun Jiaoqiong, a 54-year-old runner, just completed her fifth marathon of the year in Nanchang, Jiangxi province, finishing in 4 hours and 14 minutes. "I'm definitely hitting that mark this year," said Sun, adding that her training has suffered in 2024 due to a busy work …

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Female runner discovers joy of marathons
Trending News
1 month ago

Female runner discovers joy of marathons

China Daily  

Sun Jiaoqiong participates in the 2024 Nanchang Marathon in Jiangxi province on Nov 10. Sun Jiaoqiong, a 54-year-old runner, just completed her fifth marathon of the year in Nanchang, Jiangxi province, finishing in 4 hours and 14 minutes. "I'm definitely hitting that mark this year," said Sun, adding that her training has suffered in 2024 due to a busy work …

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Female runner discovers joy of marathons
1 month ago

Female runner discovers joy of marathons

China Daily  

By Zhao Ruinan in Nanchang | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-20 09:27 Sun Jiaoqiong participates in the 2024 Nanchang Marathon in Jiangxi province on Nov 10. Sun Jiaoqiong, a 54-year-old runner, just completed her fifth marathon of the year in Nanchang, Jiangxi province, finishing in 4 hours and 14 minutes. "I'm definitely hitting that mark this year," said Sun, adding …

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Female runner discovers joy of marathons
1 month ago

Female runner discovers joy of marathons

China Daily  

By Zhao Ruinan in Nanchang | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-20 09:27 Sun Jiaoqiong participates in the 2024 Nanchang Marathon in Jiangxi province on Nov 10. Sun Jiaoqiong, a 54-year-old runner, just completed her fifth marathon of the year in Nanchang, Jiangxi province, finishing in 4 hours and 14 minutes. "I'm definitely hitting that mark this year," said Sun, adding …

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5 international marathons where running meets drinking
1 month, 1 week ago

5 international marathons where running meets drinking

Live Mint  

The first race I ever ran was the half marathon at the Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon in 2009. View Full Image Participants running through vineyards at Le Marathon du Medoc Le Marathon du Medoc Where: Medoc, France When: September 6, 2025 Distance: Full marathon only This is the original race that started it all some four decades ago. Beer Lovers' …

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Influencer banned from marathons after bringing camera crew on New York race
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Influencer banned from marathons after bringing camera crew on New York race

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The social media star Matthew Choi …

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Record Number of Runners Sign Up for 2024 Beijing Marathon
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Record Number of Runners Sign Up for 2024 Beijing Marathon

China Daily  

The 2024 Beijing Marathon has attracted over 180,000 runners from 43 countries and regions, with the overwhelming demand leading to an unprecedented number of signups. The event organizers have unveiled the design for this year's finisher's medal and participant apparel, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of Beijing. For first-time runners like Cai, who experienced discomfort in his feet but was …

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Pioneer Female Runner's Journey: A 43-Year Retrospective on Her Marathon Success
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pioneer Female Runner's Journey: A 43-Year Retrospective on Her Marathon Success

China Daily  

Pioneer female runner Luo Minqin, who participated in the inaugural Tianjin Marathon in 1981, has become a legend in the Chinese running community. Despite facing severe health challenges due to her initial lack of training and nutrition, she became the first woman to finish the marathon in 1986. Her story highlights the power of determination and the evolution of marathon …

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Marathons thrive in China, boosting economic growth
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Marathons thrive in China, boosting economic growth

China Daily  

Runners start the Beijing Half Marathon 2024 on April 14. WEI XIAOHAO/CHINA DAILY In a time of 2 hours and 7 minutes, Li Zezhou, a 17-year-old visually impaired runner with a second-level disability, crossed the finish line of the 2024 Tianjin Marathon, to complete his first half-marathon. Thanks to the support of my accompanying runners, the race went smoothly," said …

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Pioneer Female Runner's 43-Year Journey to Marathon Success
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Pioneer Female Runner's 43-Year Journey to Marathon Success

China Daily  

Pioneer female runner Luo Minqin, who participated in the inaugural Tianjin Marathon in 1981, has become a legend in the Chinese running community. Despite facing severe health challenges due to her initial lack of training and nutrition, she became the first woman to finish the marathon in 1986. Her story highlights the transformative power of sports and the enduring spirit …

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From Humble Beginnings to Global Phenomenon: The Evolution of China's Marathon in 4 Decades
2 months ago

From Humble Beginnings to Global Phenomenon: The Evolution of China's Marathon in 4 Decades

China Daily  

China's marathon events are experiencing a surge, with over 699 road running events held nationwide in 2023, involving 6 million participants. The sport has evolved significantly since its humble beginnings, becoming a platform for health, fitness, and social interaction. Marathon races have adapted to new situations, offering various options for participants of different abilities and interests.

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From Humble Beginnings to Global Phenomenon: The Evolution of China's Marathon in 4 Decades
2 months ago

From Humble Beginnings to Global Phenomenon: The Evolution of China's Marathon in 4 Decades

China Daily  

China's marathon scene is experiencing a remarkable evolution, with the number of participants and events steadily increasing. From a few hundred to tens of thousands, the marathons have become a microcosm of the country's growing health consciousness. The sport has also become a platform for performance art, providing a way for people to release stress and socialize. The marathons continue …

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Paris 2024 Paralympics: Swiss double in wheelchair marathons, Dutch women retain basketball title
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Paralympics: Swiss double in wheelchair marathons, Dutch women retain basketball title

The Hindu  

Switzerland won both Paralympic wheelchair marathons on Sunday while the Netherlands secured back-to-back women’s wheelchair basketball titles, denying the USA on the final day of competition. Early in the morning, Catherine Debrunner propelled her racing wheelchair through the autumnal chill in the streets of Paris to win the women’s marathon. Marcel Hug, 38, made up for a disappointing Games on …

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Olympic marathons plus scorching heat equals one more issue for Paris organizers
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Olympic marathons plus scorching heat equals one more issue for Paris organizers

New York Times  

PARIS — It’s been a mostly seamless Olympics for Paris 2024, but in the final days, organizers are confronting a problem that they should have seen coming from one million miles, or maybe 94 million miles, which is the distance from the sun to the earth. The men’s and women’s marathons are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday mornings, which look …

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Mid-Major marathons create new tier of competitive races.
54 years, 11 months ago

Mid-Major marathons create new tier of competitive races.

Slate  

Every June, 50,000 people pour into … Duluth, Minnesota? Boutique races like Grandma’s Marathon may be lesser known on a global stage, but they’re a clear example of running’s surging popularity—and how word of mouth, courtesy of previous participants, can bring new runners to the event, says Haapala. “They have the same big-city amenities that you’d expect from a large …

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No marathons as Swiatek and Gauff sprint into the French Open quarterfinals. Sinner and Alcaraz win
6 months, 3 weeks ago

No marathons as Swiatek and Gauff sprint into the French Open quarterfinals. Sinner and Alcaraz win

Associated Press  

PARIS — After the French Open marathon came the sprints. “That’s not the preparation for the fourth round of a grand slam against the world number one.” Swiatek remains on course for her third consecutive French Open title and fourth overall. In the men’s draw, two-time Grand Slam title winner Carlos Alcaraz and 2021 French Open runner-up Stefanos Tsitsipas set …

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A beginners guide to running a half marathon, according to experts
7 months, 1 week ago

A beginners guide to running a half marathon, according to experts

The Independent  

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for insider tips and product reviews from our shopping experts Sign up for our free IndyBest email Sign up for our free IndyBest email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Tailor your training plan Searching for a “half marathon training plan” will bring …

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Spencer Matthews announces world record attempt as he plans to run 30 marathons in 30 days through the Jordanian desert
8 months ago

Spencer Matthews announces world record attempt as he plans to run 30 marathons in 30 days through the Jordanian desert

Daily Mail  

Spencer Matthews has announced a world record attempt as he plans to run the 'most consecutive marathons on sand'. Appearing on ITV's Lorraine on Tuesday with his wife Vogue Williams to reveal the marathon attempt, Spencer explained how he plans to run thirty marathons in thirty days in the Joranian desert. Spencer Matthews has announced a world record attempt as …

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For Boston Marathon’s last 100 years, it all starts in Hopkinton
8 months, 1 week ago

For Boston Marathon’s last 100 years, it all starts in Hopkinton

Associated Press  

— Workers zip in and out of the tents that dot the Hopkinton Town Common, flags flutter from the gazebo, and crews assemble the platform where the starter will fire the gun to send the Boston Marathon field on its way. Once a year for the last 100 years, Hopkinton becomes the center of the running world, thanks to a …

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British ultrarunner Jasmin Paris becomes first-ever woman to finish 60-hour Barkley Marathons
8 months, 4 weeks ago

British ultrarunner Jasmin Paris becomes first-ever woman to finish 60-hour Barkley Marathons

The Independent  

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British ultrarunner Paris becomes first woman to complete 100-mile Barkley Marathons
9 months ago

British ultrarunner Paris becomes first woman to complete 100-mile Barkley Marathons

The Hindu  

British ultrarunner Jasmin Paris became the first woman ever to finish the Barkley Marathons 100-mile race on Friday, completing one of the most challenging ultramarathons in the world with 99 seconds to spare in the 60-hour cut-off. Paris was one of five ultrarunners to complete the annual race held in Frozen Head State Park, Tennessee that has seen no finishers …

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Extreme Last Run
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Extreme Last Run

Deccan Chronicle  

Battling harsh and unforgiving weather, 120 participants, including those above 50, successfully completed the high altitude frozen lake half marathon at Pangong Tso in Ladakh titled ‘Last Run’. “But after completing a kilometre, everything seemed normal and I enjoyed every bit of it,” says Indira, who is prepping up for more marathons this year. The prep was a marathon effort …

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