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Larry Trachtenberg, one of the original athletes that completed the first New York City Marathon in 1970, will run the marathon's 50th edition this year. He kept his training log from the 1970 marathon.

They ran the 1st New York City Marathon. Only one returns for the 50th

Nov 03, 2021
Larry Trachtenberg and Jim Isenberg dreamed of running the 50th version of the race they finished back in 1970. A life-altering accident foiled the plan.
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Live Updates: The Tokyo Olympics
Gold medalist Peres Jepchirchir (left) of Kenya, stands with silver medalist and compatriot Brigid Kosgei, (center) and bronze medalist Molly Seidel (right) of the United States, after the women's marathon at the Summer Olympics in Sapporo, Japan.

U.S. Runner Molly Seidel Wins Olympic Bronze In Her Third Ever Marathon

Aug 06, 2021
The 27-year-old from Wisconsin pulled off an upset and is leaving Japan with a bronze medal around her neck. Her first-ever marathon was when she qualified to run in the Olympics.
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Shots - Health News
Running and other moderate exercise can protect against lifestyle disease. A new study shows training for a marathon slows cardiovascular aging.

Ready For Your First Marathon? Training Can Cut Years Off Your Cardiovascular Age

Jan 12, 2020
More reasons to commit to a race: A new study shows that novice runners who take on a marathon significantly improved their heart health. We've got tips to get you started.
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Sports
Kenya's Brigid Kosgei won the 2019 Chicago Marathon on Sunday with at time of 2 hours 14 minutes and 4 seconds. Kosgei's time also marks a new world record marathon time.

Kenyan Brigid Kosgei Smashes Women's World Record At Chicago Marathon

Oct 13, 2019
The 25-year-old runner finished in a time of 2:14:04 on Sunday, beating the previous record set by Britain's Paula Radcliffe in 2003 by 81 seconds.
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Sports
Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge celebrates after busting the elusive two-hour barrier for the marathon Saturday in Vienna.

Eliud Kipchoge Dashes Past 2-Hour Marathon Barrier In Assisted Event

Oct 12, 2019
Accompanied by pacesetters and an electric car, the Kenyan runner set a record Saturday that was long considered not humanly possible. He clocked in at 1:59:40 on crossing the finish line in Austria.
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Shots - Health News

The 'Strange Science' Behind The Big Business Of Exercise Recovery

Feb 11, 2019
Does exercise recovery work? Science writer Christie Aschwanden examines the physiology and effectiveness of sports drinks, protein powders and other products and services in her new book, Good to Go.
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Shots - Health News
Unless you replenish fluids, just an hour's hike in the heat or a 30-minute run might be enough to get mildly dehydrated, scientists say.

Off Your Mental Game? You Could Be Mildly Dehydrated

Jul 30, 2018
Dehydration has long been known to slow physical performance. Now there's evidence that too little water can hurt cognitive performance, too, making complex thinking tasks harder.
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Parallels
Fruity soap was handed out to runners this year and last at the Qingyuan marathon. At last year's marathon, runners, unable to read the English on the packaging, mistook the soap for grape-flavored power bars and ate it; some fell ill.

In Fast-Paced China, Marathon Craze Is Off And Running (Despite A Clumsy Start)

Apr 26, 2017
Six years ago, China held 22 marathons; this year, more than 400 are scheduled. But it's long-distance running with Chinese characteristics, and some twists including cigarettes and fruity soap.
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The Two-Way
Edna Kiplagat (left) and Geoffrey Kirui, both of Kenya, hold a trophy together after their victories in the 121st Boston Marathon on Monday.

2 First-Time Boston Marathoners Emerge Victorious

Apr 17, 2017
Edna Kiplagat won the women's race in 2:21:52. Geoffrey Kirui took the men's race in 2:09:37 — his first-ever marathon victory. For both Kenyan athletes, it was their first time competing at Boston.
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The Two-Way
Runners make their way across Tower Bridge during the Virgin Money London Marathon on Saturday in London.

Astronaut Completes London Marathon From The International Space Station

Apr 24, 2016
About 38,000 runners competed in the London Marathon today – and one of them ran it in orbit 200 miles above Earth. British astronaut Tim Peake says microgravity is "perfect" for post-race recovery.
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The Two-Way
Chris Barnicle (right) races at the Olympic Marathon Trials in Los Angeles on Feb. 13.

'World's Fastest Stoner' Finishes Last In Olympic Marathon Trials

Feb 18, 2016
Chris Barnicle, a former professional runner who now works as a distributor for medical marijuana dispensaries in Los Angeles, finished the race in 3:45:34.
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The Two-Way
The British astronaut Tim Peake says he'll be running the London Marathon virtually — from around 250 miles above the Earth's surface.

A Man, A Plan ... To Run A Marathon In Space

Dec 04, 2015
"The London Marathon is a worldwide event. Let's take it out of this world," says British astronaut Tim Peake, who will run the course virtually, on a treadmill in the International Space Station.
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The Two-Way
Wilson Kipsang of Kenya, who has won marathons around the world, including the New York City marathon last fall.

Kenyan Marathon Stars Are Walking For Peace In Great Rift Valley

Jul 16, 2015
They will travel on foot from Lodwar to Lake Bogoria, 520 miles over 22 days, and will pass an Olympic-style torch from walker to walker, writes The Guardian.
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Shots - Health News
Meet a few of the competitors: Paul Sorrell, Russ White and Tim Clayton of the North Derbyshire Running Club, and Claire Trafford with her horse Santo.

The Neighs Have It: Horse Outruns Man, But Just Barely

Jun 19, 2015
The annual Man v. Horse Marathon in Wales sounds like a lopsided contest favoring racers with four feet. But scientists say that Homo sapiens evolved to be incredible endurance athletes, too.
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The Two-Way
Harriette Thompson, 92, and her son Brenny Thompson finish the Suja Rock 'n' Roll San Diego Marathon on May 31 in San Diego.

A 92-Year-Old Ran Her 16th Marathon And Broke A Record

Jun 01, 2015
When Harriette Thompson signed up for her first marathon, she planned to walk. But when everyone else started running, she figured she might as well run, too.
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Parallels
Haneen Radi finishes a 14 kilometer race in the Israeli beach town of Netanya. Because of the reaction of conservative Muslims to her running clothes, she usually runs in Jewish areas.

Trying To Organize A Marathon, An Arab-Israeli Woman Runs Into Opposition

May 25, 2015
Conservatives in Tira pushed back hard at the idea of women and men running together in a public race. Someone went so far as to shoot at race organizer Haneen Radi's car. For now, the run is off.
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The Two-Way
Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge (left) celebrates winning the London Marathon next to runner-up and last year's winner Wilson Kipsang, also of Kenya, on Sunday.

Eliud Kipchoge Edges Out Fellow Kenyans To Win London Marathon

Apr 26, 2015
In his first win of the iconic long-distance race, Kipchoge clocked 2:04:47. Wilson Kipsang, who won last year, placed second and world-record holder Dennis Kimetto was third.
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Newscast headlines

Ironman Event to Stay in Southern Utah through 2020

Apr 20, 2015

ST. GEORGE, Utah (AP) — One of southern Utah's signature sporting events is staying put through at least 2020.

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First-Place Fake-Out: Woman Who Didn't Run Marathon Stripped Of Title

Apr 17, 2015
Race officials say Kendall Schler faked her win at last Sunday's GO! St. Louis race. They say she also cheated in last year's race where she finished third.
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