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Training/ Health
	Odds And Ends
		News From: Monday, August 12, 2024
		Olympic marathon headbands create buzz in Paris (Canadian Running) The Olympic marathon headband by Omius absorbs sweat and speeds cooling by increasing the amount of surface subject to sweat evaporation.
		How to distinguish discomfort from pain (Canadian Running) For runners, it is important to be able to distinguish between discomfort and pain, and know when to stop.
		News From: Thursday, August 8, 2024
		3 track workouts to turbocharge your training (Canadian Running) Here are 3 track workouts that will boost your sprint to the finish line.
Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
	Edmonton Marathon
		News From: Thursday, August 15, 2024
		Wildfire smoke and poor air quality top of mind ahead of Servus Edmonton Marathon (Edmonton Journal) The 2024 Edmonton Marathon on Sunday, August 18, will have a record-breaking 6,500 runners although air quality from the Canadian wildfires is a concern.
	Berlin Marathon
		News From: Thursday, August 15, 2024
		Kandie headlines Berlin Marathon that excludes serial winners Eliud Kipchoge, Kenenisa Bekele (MozzartSport) The 2024 Berlin Marathon on September 29 elite lists include six runners with under 2:05 finishes; the event expects more than 50,000 participants.
	Odds And Ends
		News From: Thursday, August 15, 2024
		How long do super shoes last? (Canadian Running) A new study of the two types of midsoles in super shoes has shown that while both start out with the initial boost, one type wears out after 450K and should best be used new during races.
	Sioux Falls Marathon
		News From: Thursday, August 15, 2024
		Sioux Falls Marathon: "It's a beautiful climb"; a message in a marathon (Keloland.com) The 2024 Sioux Falls Marathon will be held on Sunday, August 25.
	Berlin Marathon
		News From: Thursday, August 15, 2024
		50,000 runners expected at 50th anniversary BMW Berlin Marathon (Endurance.Biz) The 2024 Berlin Marathon is set on September 29 with 50,000 participants.
	Fox Cities Marathon
		News From: Thursday, August 15, 2024
		First look at the Fox Cities Marathon medal and T-shirt designs (WBAY.com) A first look at the medals and shirts for the 2024 Fox Cities Marathon on September 22.
	Pittsburgh Marathon
		News From: Wednesday, August 14, 2024
		Registration for the 2025 Pittsburgh marathon opens today (CBS News) Registration for the 2025 Pittsburgh Marathon on May 4 is now open.
	Mumbai Marathon
		News From: Wednesday, August 14, 2024
		Registrations Open For TATA Mumbai Marathon 2025 To Be Held On January 19 (The Free Press Journal) Registration for the 2025 Mumbai Marathon on January 19 is now open.
	Eindhoven Marathon
		News From: Wednesday, August 14, 2024
		ASML Marathon in Eindhoven aims for 40,000 runners at 40th edition (Eindhoven News) The 2024 Eindhoven Marathon will be held on October 13, with almost double the participants last year.
	Hong Kong Marathon
		News From: Wednesday, August 14, 2024
		The Hong Kong Marathon 2025 is scheduled for February 9 with a quota of 74,000 (Lifestyle Asia) The 2025 Hong Kong Marathon is set on February 9 with 74,000 participants.
	Rwenzori Marathon
		News From: Wednesday, August 14, 2024
		Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon unveils high-performance kit, gears up for global competition (Kawowo Sports) A first look at the gear for the 2024 Mt. Rwenzori Marathon on August 24.
	Vizag Navy Marathon
		News From: Tuesday, August 13, 2024
		Vizag to host Navy Marathon on Dec 15 (Hans India) The 2024 Vizag Navy Marathon will be held on December 15.
	Ladakh Marathon
		News From: Tuesday, August 13, 2024
		11th Ladakh Marathon Set to Challenge Runners with High Altitude Extremes in September; PUMA India Joins Hands as Official Sportswear Partner (ANI) The 2024 Ladakh Marathon will be held on September 8.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		News From: Monday, August 12, 2024
		Paris 2024 Olympics: Benson Kipruto on why tackling the gruelling Olympic marathon course was not difficult (Pulse Sports) Benson Kipruto, who clinched the bronze medal in the 2024 Paris Olympics Marathon, disclosed his training included uphill and downhill runs.
	Odds And Ends
		News From: Monday, August 12, 2024
		What to expect at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics (Canadian Running) The 2028 Olympics will be held at Los Angeles, CA beginning July 14.
	Ladakh Marathon
		News From: Friday, August 9, 2024
		Puma India becomes Official Sportswear Partner of 11th Ladakh Marathon (e4m) The 2024 Ladakh Marathon will be held on September 5, with Puma India as its official sportswear partner.
	Sunshine Coast Marathon
		News From: Friday, August 9, 2024
		Thousands to compete on closed roads at Sunshine Coast Marathon festival as clock ticks down to 2032 (Sunshine Coast News) The 2024 Sunshine Coast Marathon will be held on Sunday, August 11, with expected 12,000 participants in all distances.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		News From: Friday, August 9, 2024
		Eliud Kipchoge vs Kenenisa Bekele: 5 things to know about epic Paris Olympics marathon course (Pulse Sports) The 2024 Paris Olympics marathon course will ultimately define who wins the race.
	Crater Lake Marathon
		News From: Friday, August 9, 2024
		Saturdays Crater Lake Rim Run canceled for smoke concerns (Klamath Falls News) The 2024 Crater Lake Marathon was cancelled due to smoke concerns from wildfires.
	Olympics 2024 (Women)
		News From: Friday, August 9, 2024
		South Africa: Marathon trio looking to make Paris impression (Team Africa News) The South African Olympic Team for women's marathon consists of the formidable Gerda Steyn, Irvette van Zyl and Cian Oldknow.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		News From: Friday, August 9, 2024
		Islander Cam Levins steps to the start line for Olympic marathon (Times Colonist) Cam Levins' performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics is anybody's guess, giving his past history.
		Eliud Kipchoge vs Kenenisa Bekele: 5 things to know about epic Paris Olympics marathon course (Pulse Sports) The 2024 Paris Olympics marathon course will ultimately define who wins the race.
	Rwenzori Marathon
		News From: Thursday, August 8, 2024
		Rwenzori Marathon to deploy two lead cars from CFAO Mobility (NewVision) The 2024 Mt. Rwenzori Marathon on August 24 partners with Toyota Uganda to provide two lead cars for the event.
	Chattanooga Marathon
		News From: Thursday, August 8, 2024
		Registration Now Open For The 2025 Erlanger Chattanooga Marathon Weekend (the pulse) The 2025 Chattanooga Marathon will be held on March 2.
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		News From: Thursday, August 8, 2024
		Paris 2024 Olympics: Benson Kipruto reveals two qualities he loves about Eliud Kipchoge ahead of marathon duel (Pulse Sports) Benson Kipruto talked about his first Olympic Game representing Kenya and competing with his mentor and inspiration, Eliud Kipchoge.
	Olympics 2024 (Women)
		News From: Thursday, August 8, 2024
		Paris Olympics: Why Sifan Hassan is 'scared & nervous' over women's marathon (Pulse Sports) Sifan Hassan is stressing over her marathon run on Sunday after her 10,000m race on Saturday.
Post-Race Review/ Results
	Olympics 2024 (Men)
		News From: Thursday, August 15, 2024
		Clayton Young After Finishing 9th At The 2024 Olympic Marathon (2:08:44): Race Recap + Reflections (Citius Mag) Clayton Young talked about his 2024 Paris Olympics marathon experience.