Marathon/Running News: 3/25/24 - 4/1/24

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News From: Monday, April 1, 2024
	Boston Marathon
		Human Interest Story
		Bronze statue of iconic Boston Marathon dog Spencer unveiled along race route, year after dog's death (We Love Animals) Golden Retriever Spencer was a staple at the Boston Marathon for nine years and his bronze statue is now at the spot he welcomed runners.
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Boston Marathon: Famous Dog, Spencer... Gets Statue On Route!!! (TMZ Sports) The bronze sculpture of Spencer, the official dog of the Boston Marathon, was unveiled at the spot he waited for runners during the event.
	Brussels Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		New Brussels Marathon Route Announced (TravelWires) The 2024 Brussels Airport Marathon on November 3 will have a course that begins and ends in the city center.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		BREAKING: Shock as Eliud Kipchoge withdraws from Paris 2024 Olympics (Pulse Sports) Olympic marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge released a statement that he is withdrawing from the Paris Olympics to pursue other personal challenges.
	Penang Bridge International Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Penang Bridge International Marathon to start in Batu Kawan and cross second Penang Bridge (The Star) The 2024 Penang Bridge Marathon on December 15 will have a new route.
News From: Sunday, March 31, 2024
	Durban International Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Lace up for upcoming Durban Marathon (Northglen News) The 2024 Durban International Marathon will be held on April 28.
News From: Friday, March 29, 2024
	Boston Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Statue of Spencer the Boston Marathon dog to be unveiled in Ashland Saturday (MassLive) Runners will see the statue of the golden retriever Spencer along the route of the 2024 Boston Marathon.
	London Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		London Marathon's history celebrated with the award of World Athletics Heritage Plaque (MOWA News) The World Athletics Heritage Plaque has been awarded to London Marathon, on the anniversary of its inaugural race on March 29, 1981.
	Odds And Ends
		Human Interest Story
		Global smartwatch brand to honour the late Kiptum with donation of Ksh 13 million & watch under his name (Pulse Sports) Amazfit, with whom the late marathoner signed a deal, will donate to the Kelvin Kiptum Foundation and issue a Commemorative Edition smartwatch in his name.
		Training/ Health
		Should female runners lift heavy weights? (Canadian Running) All runners, including women, should lift weights to decrease risk of injury and improve form but should start slowly and build weight gradually.
		Massage for runners: what are the benefits? (Canadian Running) Based on current research, massage therapy for runners has no measurable performance benefits but it decreases pain perception after a run.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		Training/ Health
		World Athletics boss Seb Coe warns athletes from making costly mistake this Olympic season (Pulse Sports) World Athletics president Sebastian Coe advised athletes to be consistent in their training and organizers to focus on the athletes during the Paris Olympics.
News From: Thursday, March 28, 2024
	Boston Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		B.A.A. apologizes to Massachusetts police departments after 2023 Mile 21 incident (WCVB 5) The Boston Athletic Association issued an apology to the Massachusetts police after their response last year to spectators obstructing the course.
	Cox Sports Providence Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Organizers cancel 2024 Providence Marathon, partly blame Washington Bridge closure (10 WJAR) Runners and local business owners are highly disappointed with the cancellation of the 2024 Providence Marathon.
		Providence Marathon canceled; Washington Bridge closure partially blamed (WPRI.com) The 2024 Providence Marathon on May 5 has been cancelled, mainly due to the Washington Bridge closure.
	Knoxville Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Knoxville Marathon running back to the Scruffy City (WVLT 8) Here are relevant information - schedule, route and more - about the 2024 Knoxville Marathon on April 7.
	Odds And Ends
		Training/ Health
		4 best squats for runners to maximize lower body strength (Canadian Running) Here are 4 types of squats that help strengthen the lower body and prevent injuries.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Phil Sesemann sets his sights on the Olympic marathon (Athletics Weekly) Phil Sesemann is giving up his medical career for a lifelong running career, after qualifying for the Paris Olympics at the Seville Marathon in 2:08:04.
	Sydney Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Always Human to take on PR for the Sydney Marathon (Mumbrella) Entertainment and sports marketing agency, Always Human, has been appointed to handle the PR for 2024 Sydney Marathon on September 15.
News From: Wednesday, March 27, 2024
	Boston Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		'Boston Marathon Dog' successor sweetly practices for the big race (The Coronado News) Golden retriever Jimmy will take over the duties of cheering runners along the route of the 2024 Boston Marathon.
	Odds And Ends
		Training/ Health
		Here's how "gratitude miles" can make you a happier, healthier runner (Canadian Running) Practicing mindful running that includes "gratitude miles" makes a healthier runner.
News From: Tuesday, March 26, 2024
	2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Women's Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Despite Losing Out on Paris Olympics for Marathon, Jessica McClain Signs Brooks Running Contract (Essentially Sports) Jessica McClain, who finished fourth at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials, snagged a contract with Brooks Running.
	Boston Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		After Boston Marathon course controversy with cops in Newton, BAA tells fans to stay off the course (Boston Helrald) Boston Marathon race officials urged fans to stay off the course to avoid what happened last year with the Pioneers Run Crew.
	Knoxville Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Volunteers needed for 2024 Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon (WATE 6 On Your Side) The 2024 Knoxville Marathon on April 7 still needs volunteers.
		Where to cheer on runners in the 2024 Knoxville Marathon (WATE 6 On Your Side) Here are the choice places to cheer for your 2024 Knoxville Marathon runners.
	Odds And Ends
		Non-Marathon/ Other Running
		I'm an ultramarathoner - here's why Jasmin Paris becoming the first female to ever finish the Barkley Marathon needs to be on your radar (marie claire) Being the first woman to finish the Barkley Marathon, Jasmin Paris made a great impact on women and running.
		Human Interest Story
		Spyros Louis, the first marathon race winner of the Modern Olympic Games 1896 (Greek City Times) This is the story of Spyridon Louis the first and only Greek marathon champion of the modern Olympic Games.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Paris-bound: 'Mileage mutts' help Leeds marathoner achieve Olympic dream (University of Leeds News) How Phil Sesemann, the third fastest British marathoner, qualified for the Paris Olympics - his training, his training partners and more.
		Koen Naert: "Training in Kenya is like being a monk on a mountain" (Athletics Weekly) Belgian athlete Koen Naert talked about his experience training at Iten, dubbed 'The Home of Champions'.
News From: Monday, March 25, 2024
	Andrew Jackson Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Andrew Jackson Marathon: Tennessee's historic marathon raises funds to prevent child abuse (WBBJ 7 Eyewitness News) The 2024 Andrew Jackson Marathon will be held on April 6, raising money for the Carl Perkins Center for the prevention of child abuse.