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

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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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

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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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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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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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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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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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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2 years, 1 month ago

China's first marathon runner dies at 95

China Daily

Zhang Liangyou points to the certificates he got from marathon races in Huainan, Anhui province, Nov 6, 2014. Zhang Liangyou, who initiated China's first marathon race, passed away in Yizheng county, East China's Jiangsu province on Monday, the Jianghuai Morning Post reported citing Wei Pulong, director of the Hefei marathon association. In 1956, the 29-year-old Zhang wrote to China's top …

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2 years, 2 months ago

Yes, Marathons Will Recognize Nonbinary Runners — But There's A Major Piece Missing

Huff Post

During the past five years in particular, transgender athletes have fought for their right to participate in every level of competitive sports. In 2021, the New York Marathon included a nonbinary division, and this year, Chicago, Berlin, Boston and London all announced they would also allow nonbinary runners. The nonbinary division of the Chicago Marathon literally doesn’t have a finish …

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2 years, 3 months ago

Haile Gebrselassie To Be Delhi Half Marathon's International Event Ambassador

News 18

Haile Gebrselassie, one of the greatest distance runners in history, will be the International Event Ambassador at next month’s Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon 2022, the organisers announced on Thursday. “Running and the community are the two things that are most important to me, and an event like the Vedanta Delhi Half Marathon brings them together in a unique way. “Transformation …

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2 years, 7 months ago

Start training for these great four international races

Live Mint

You know what’s a great way to stay fit? While the world’s major marathons are likely to be your top choice, you probably already know that getting a guaranteed entry into those six races — Boston, New York City, Chicago, London, Berlin and Tokyo marathons — is next to impossible. There’s also a lot to do after the run including …

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3 years, 5 months ago

Why I stopped running marathons in India

Live Mint

I have run at more places than I remember, but my Garmin remembers each one of them. Today, let’s talk about the races—the very thing that got me hooked to running back in January 2009, when I ran my first half marathon at the then Standard Chartered Mumbai Marathon. I last ran in India in January 2018 when I paced …

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3 years, 6 months ago

China calls off over 60 marathons, cross country races after extreme weather causes deaths of 21 runners

Firstpost

Long-distance running in booming in China but concern is rising over poorly regulated races that have sprung up across the country. Shanghai: At least 60 marathons and cross-country races have been cancelled or postponed in China after 21 runners died when extreme weather hit an ultramarathon last weekend, state media said Thursday. A 100-kilometre cross-country mountain race in the northwestern …

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4 years, 4 months ago

No safe route for India’s running season

Hindustan Times

This was to be Kiran Matre’s season—the year he made his mark on India’s booming distance running circuit. Runners’ plight A barren season would be devastating for the marathon runners, says Surender Singh Bhandari, a distance running coach and the holder of the national record for Men’s 10,000m. The prize money earned on the circuit enables the athlete to spend …

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

5 international marathons where running meets drinking

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

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

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

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

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

Mid-Major marathons create new tier of competitive races.

China's first marathon runner dies at 95

Yes, Marathons Will Recognize Nonbinary Runners — But There's A Major Piece Missing

Haile Gebrselassie To Be Delhi Half Marathon's International Event Ambassador

Start training for these great four international races

Why I stopped running marathons in India

China calls off over 60 marathons, cross country races after extreme weather causes deaths of 21 runners

No safe route for India’s running season