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Training/ Health
	Odds And Ends
		News From: Thursday, June 20, 2024
		Here's a new way to keep warm-weather GI distress at bay (Canadian Running) A promising study found that majority of runners experienced reduced GI distress after taking blackcurrant extract.
		News From: Wednesday, June 19, 2024
		One strength move all runners should master (Canadian Running) The familiar squat in strength training makes a powerful injury-free lower body.
		Race day for newbies (Canadian Running) Here are a few tips on what to do on your first race day.
		News From: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
		Should you run 42.2 kilometres in marathon training? (Canadian Running) Studies have shown that weekly long runs of 75-165 minutes in length or a slow build up to 32KM during training is effective.
		News From: Monday, June 17, 2024
		Martinus Evans' doctor laughed when he said he was going to run a marathon. He's since run 8. (Wisconsin Public Radio) Martinus Evans has written a book "Slow AF Run Club" as inspiration for overweight runners.
	New York City Marathon
		News From: Thursday, June 13, 2024
		TCS New York City Marathon Partners With Runna for AI-Powered Training (CNET) New York City Marathon announced a three-year partnership with Runna, an online running coaching apps.
Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
	Grandma's Marathon
		News From: Thursday, June 20, 2024
		Grandma's Marathon leaders discuss race options for severe storms (Northern News Now) The 2024 Grandma's Marathon on Saturday, June 22, is a go, despite forecast of rains and thunderstorm, and the decision for a delay or cancellation will be made on race day.
	Wellington Marathon
		News From: Wednesday, June 19, 2024
		Wide open racing is expected in Wellington this weekend (SportzHub) The 2024 Wellington Marathon, one of New Zealand's "big five" marathons, will be held this Sunday, June 23.
	Great Bangor Marathon
		News From: Wednesday, June 19, 2024
		Sunday's inaugural Great Bangor Marathon helping make memories, dreams come true (Fox 22) The 2024 Great Bangor Marathon, the first marathon in the area, will be held on Sunday, June 23.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		News From: Wednesday, June 19, 2024
		Marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge lands global ambassadorial deal (Pulse Sports) Ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics, Eliud Kipchoge landed a global ambassadorial deal with Shokz, an electronics brand and pioneer in open-ear headphone technology.
	Grandma's Marathon
		News From: Wednesday, June 19, 2024
		Local running store gives tips ahead of rainy Grandma's Marathon weekend (Northern News Now) Here are some tips from runners and a local running store over a rainy 2024 Grandma's Marathon on Saturday, June 22.
	Olympics 2024 (Women)
		News From: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
		Lockdown runner speeds from redundancy to Olympics (BBC) Rose Harvey is one of the women marathoners who will represent Team GB in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		News From: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
		Grace Sugut: Meet Eliud Kipchoge's prayer warrior who plays a key role in his success (Pulse Sports) The support of Eliud Kipchoge's wife, Grace Sugut, allows him to focus on training without distractions.
	Grandma's Marathon
		News From: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
		Coffee Conversation: What Runners Should Know Ahead of Grandma's Marathon (Fox 21 Local News) Here are some tips from trainer Christina Nistler on how to stay healthy before and after a big race like Grandma's Marathon on Sunday, June 23.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		News From: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
		Three GB Marathon Runners Selected for Paris 2024 With Fascinating Back Stories (Olympics News) Here are some interesting stories of marathon runners chosen to represent GB at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
	Indianapolis Monumental Marathon
		News From: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
		CNO Financial Group Renews Title Sponsorship of the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon Through 2026 (abc4.com) CNO Financial Group, Inc. extended its title sponsorship of the Indianapolis Monumental Marathon until 2026.
	Route 66 Marathon
		News From: Monday, June 17, 2024
		Route 66 Marathon unveils new medal in icon series at Meadow Gold District event (News Channel 8) Have a first look at the medals for the 2024 Route 66 Marathon on November 24.
	BII-Maybank Bali Marathon
		News From: Monday, June 17, 2024
		5 picturesque marathons that take you through Asia's most beautiful locations, from Japan to China (Tatler) Here are five of the most picturesque marathons in Asia.
	Grandma's Marathon
		News From: Monday, June 17, 2024
		Canal Park businesses prep for Grandma's Marathon crowds (Northern News Now) Canal Park businesses are now preparing for the 2024 Grandma's Marathon on Saturday, June 22.
		News From: Sunday, June 16, 2024
		When is the Grandma's Marathon 2024? The full week schedule (World-Track News) A complete guide to the activity schedule of the 2024 Grandma's Marathon on Saturday, June 22.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		News From: Sunday, June 16, 2024
		Stephen Mokoka has 'unfinished business' in the marathon at Paris Olympics (IOL) Marathoner Stephen Mokoka is aiming for the elusive medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
		News From: Friday, June 14, 2024
		Kenyan-born American narrates life in the US Army & balancing it with his athletics career (Pulse Sports) Leonard Korir talked about his training for the 2024 Paris Olympics while working in the US Army.
		Meet little-known Mongolian marathoner set to beat Eliud Kipchoge's Olympic record in Paris (Pulse Sports) Mongolian marathon runner Ser-Od Bat-Ochir beats Eliud Kipchoge in terms of appearance record, as he has been to every Olympics since 2004.
	Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon
		News From: Friday, June 14, 2024
		Yes, Pigs do fly in Cincinnati - at the city's legendary marathon (KCBXfm) Executive Director Iris Simpson Bush shared interesting tales about Cincinnati's legendary Flying Pig Marathon.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		News From: Thursday, June 13, 2024
		'It's not about me'- Kenyan-born American reacts after earning Olympic slot to represent team USA (Pulse Sports) Kenyan-born American Leonard Korir reacted to finally getting the chance to represent Team USA in the men's marathon at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
	Georgina Marathon
		News From: Thursday, June 13, 2024
		Ever Dream of Being a Race Director? Inside the Busy Life and Fast Times of Sandie Orlando, race director of the Georgina Marathon (iRun) A marathon run from the perspective of one of the race directors.
	La Valette Marathon
		News From: Thursday, June 13, 2024
		La Valette Marathon powered by VisitMalta announces 2025 Edition (Malta Business Weekly) The 2025 La Vallette Marathon will be held on March 23.
Post-Race Review/ Results
	Manitoba Marathon
		News From: Tuesday, June 18, 2024
		Runner from La Broquerie comes in third at the Manitoba Marathon (SteinbachOnline.com) Jaala Van Dongen was the third finisher at the 2024 Manitoba Marathon in 3:15:17.
	Banff Marathon
		News From: Monday, June 17, 2024
		'Huge' grizzly bear sightings delayed runners at Banff Marathon (Airdrie City View) Andrew Payne won the 2024 Banff Marathon in 4:32:11 while Lena Krendelshchikova won the women's race, all times with delays due to bear sightings.