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Marathon/Running News: 5/10/23 - 5/17/23

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News From: Wednesday, May 17, 2023
 Odds And Ends
  Training/ Health
   When should you start training for a fall marathon? (Canadian Running)
To run in major marathon races in fall, consider these criteria when scheduling the start of training.
 
 Ottawa Marathon (National Capital Race Weekend)
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   European half-marathon record holder to take on Tartan Ottawa International Marathon (Canadian Running)
The fastest European half-marathoner in history, Germany's Melat Kejeta, will compete in the 2023 Ottawa Marathon on May 28.
 
News From: Tuesday, May 16, 2023
 Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Salyer wins two Ohio marathons back to back (Miami Valley Today)
Jason Salyer, champion of the 2023 Flying Pig Marathon and also the winner of the Toledo Glass City Marathon and the Air Force Marathon, aims to win all the six big Ohio marathons.
 
 Cleveland Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Cleveland Marathon makes major course change this year (Fox 8)
The 2023 Cleveland Marathon this Sunday will have a new course, which offers a tour of the city.
 
 Hartford Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Hartford Marathon Organizers Propose Changes to Route (NBC Connecticut)
The 2023 Hartford Marathon in October will have a different consolidated route to maximize the use of its resources.
 
 Odds And Ends
  Training/ Health
   The 8 Best Apps to Help You Train for Your Next Marathon (Make Use Of)
Here are a comparison of the best apps runners can use during training.
 
 Ogden Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Ogden Marathon to proceed as planned after erosion damaged route (The Salt Lake Tribune)
The 2023 Ogden Marathon on Saturday will proceed as planned along its route, because repairs were completed on the flooded area.
 
   Ogden Marathon gears up for 22nd running (Standard-Examiner)
The 2023 Ogden Marathon will be held this Saturday, May 20.
 
 Two Bear Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Whitefish Marathon prepares for course records (NBC Montana)
The 2023 Whitefish Marathon on Saturday, May 20, will feature a new course and a state championship race.
 
News From: Monday, May 15, 2023
 Brookings Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Indiana, Minnesota runners finish first at Brookings Marathon (The Brookings Register)
Nathan Huselton won the 2023 Brookings Marathon in 2:54.12 while Christine Hotvet won the women's race in 3:15.07.
 
 Colfax Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Denver's largest running weekend sells out marathon race distance (9 News)
2023 Colfax Marathon on May 21 was sold out for the first time in history.
 
 Copenhagen Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   North Jersey mom nearly set U.S. record at Copenhagen marathon. Here's how close she came (northjersey.com)
Roberta Groner was first in the women's 45-49 age group of the 2023 Copenhagen Marathon in 2:31:27, almost breaking the American age group record of 2:30:51.
 
 Fredericton Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Weekend recap: Fredericton Marathon course records fall (Canadian Running)
Stanley Chaisson won the 2023 Fredericton Marathon for the third time, breaking his course record in 2:24:40.
 
 Odds And Ends
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Emotional moment as Kevin Sinfield carries former rugby teammate Rob Burrow over finish line at Leeds marathon (Sky News)
Leeds Rhinos legend Rob Burrow, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2019, was carried through the finish line of the 2023 Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon by former rugby teammate Kevin Sinfield.
 
 Sugarloaf Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Nicholas Arnecke and Katherine McCarthy take titles in 39th Sugarloaf Marathon (Daily Bulldog)
Nicholas Arnecke won the 2023 Sugarloaf Marathon in 2:28:46 while Katherine McCarthy won the women's race in 2:51.46.
 
 Vermont City Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Hundreds of volunteers help organize 34th annual Vermont City Marathon (NBC 5)
The 2023 Vermont City Marathon will be held on May 28 with the help of its hundreds of volunteers.
 
News From: Sunday, May 14, 2023
 Fredericton Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   2 records broken at sold-out Fredericton Marathon IG News (IG News)
Stan Chaisson won the 2023 Fredericton Marathon in 2:24:40 while Sarah Mulcahy won the women's race in 2:53:30.
 
 Long Island Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Runners make history at L.I. marathon (LIHerald.com)
Jordan Daniels won the 2023 Long Island Marathon in 2:21 while Jennifer Zopp won the women's race in 3:09.
 
 Med-City Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   A Russell repeat: Rochester runner defends women's title at Med City Marathon (Post Bulletin)
Lori Russell won the women's race of the 2023 Med City Marathon in 3:03.54.
 
   Man wins Med City Marathon on his first attempt (ABC 6 News)
Ali Ali won the 2023 Med City Marathon in 2:38.
 
 Odds And Ends
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Leeds marathon: First pictures as Rob Burrow and Kevin Sinfield cross the start line at Headingley stadium (Yorkshire Evening Post)
A gallery of photos taken during the 2023 Rob Burrow Leeds Marathon on Sunday, May 14.
 
 Santiago de Chile International Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Santiago Marathon commemorated victims of the Chilean dictatorship (Prensa Latina News)
The 2023 Santiago de Chile International Marathon was successfully held on Sunday, May 14, paying tribute to detainees who disappeared during the dictatorship of President Allende.
 
News From: Saturday, May 13, 2023
 Med-City Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Iowa runner Ali makes impressive Med City Marathon debut (Post Bulletin)
Ali Ali won the 2023 Med City Marathon on his debut marathon in 2:38.54.
 
News From: Friday, May 12, 2023
 Nairobi Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Misoi and Barsosio set to defend Nairobi City Marathon titles (The Standard)
Brimin Misoi and Agnes Barsosio will defend their championship titles at the 2023 Nairobi City Marathon on October 29.
 
 Odds And Ends
  Training/ Health
   For Mother's Day, Krista DuChene reflects on balancing the marathon and motherhood (Canadian Running)
Krista DuChene, who finished third at the 2018 Boston Marathon, talked about her running career as a mom in her book, "Seven Years Later".
 
 Ogden Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Many City Departments Integral to Success of Ogden Wellness Weekend (The Intelligencer)
The 2023 Ogden Marathon on Saturday, May 20, reflects a successful collaboration with city departments, as has been through the years.
 
 Toronto Marathon
  Post-Race Review/ Results
   Baby Point man, in his 70s, wins Toronto Marathon in his age category (toronoto.com)
Paul Madonia won the 70-74 age category at the 2023 Toronto Marathon in 3:44.
 
News From: Thursday, May 11, 2023
 Brookings Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Brookings Marathon: 550 runners to challenge themselves this weekend (The Brookings Register)
The 2023 Brookings Marathon will be held this Saturday, May 13.
 
 Copenhagen Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Copenhagen Marathon: How to avoid transport delays on race day (The Local)
The 2023 Copenhagen Marathon will be held on May 14 with a new route.
 
 New York City Marathon
  Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
   Three NYC Marathon winners we won't forget (Athletics Weekly)
Here are three memorable New York City Marathon winners.
 

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