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January 4, 2024
ShowcasedPhoto Finishes and Compelling Debuts Expected at the 52nd Annual Chevron Houston Marathon
HOUSTON, TX /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The woman who sits at the top of the Aramco Houston Half Marathon all-time list will attempt to race her way into the Chevron Houston Marathon record books later this month. The men’s race will feature a rematch of last year’s thrilling photo finish. The...
January 4, 2024
Dream Run Camp to Host Special Retreat for Runner-Writers
Flagstaff, ARIZONA – January, 2024/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Dream Run Camp, a Flagstaff-based residential training camp for runners, today announced plans to host a special retreat for runner-writers in August 2024. Called Run, Write, Repeat, the three-night event will feature a combination of group runs, writing workshops, special presentations, Flagstaff sightseeing, and career...
January 3, 2024
Chipotle and Strava Want to Give You Free Guac
On Tuesday, Chipotle Mexican Grill announced a partnership with Strava, the digital fitness tracking giant, “to encourage and reward healthy habits this year.” The burrito and bowl chain has become the first restaurant brand to build customized streak and segment-based challenges on Strava. According to press release from Chipotle, the...
January 3, 2024
Study: Cannabis can make workouts more fun, but it’s no performance-enhancer
In one previous survey of cannabis users, Bryan’s research group found that a whopping 80% had used before or shortly after exercise. Yet very little research has been done at the intersection of the two. For the study, Bryan and Gibson recruited 42 Boulder-area volunteers who already run while using...
January 3, 2024
Varlo Sports Secures Seed Funding for Growth and Innovation, Attracts Investment from REI Co-op Path Ahead Ventures
CHERRY HILL, N.J. (Jan. 3, 2024)/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Varlo Sports, a trailblazing company at the intersection of design and performance in the sports apparel industry, proudly announces the successful completion of its most recent seed funding round. This significant milestone ensures the company's continued growth and operational excellence as it embarks on...
January 3, 2024
Strava Releases Year In Sport Trend Report, Showing What Makes and Breaks Motivation Across Generations
SAN FRANCISCO – January 3, 2024 /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – Strava, the leading digital community for active people with more than 120 million athletes, today announced the release of Year In Sport: The Trend Report, highlighting the global trends among active people across generations. It’s no surprise that Gen Z’s behaviors and...
January 2, 2024
Volunteer registration opens for 2024 Little Rock Marathon
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (January 2, 2024) /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - Volunteer registration for the 2024 Little Rock Marathon opens today. Everyone who registers before January 26 is guaranteed a commemorative marathon shirt. To register, simply go to: http://littlerockmarathon.com/volunteers/. Race weekend runs March 2-3, 2024. The Little Rock Marathon benefits Little Rock Parks and...
January 2, 2024
American Trail Running Association Announces 2024 Theme
/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ The American Trail Running Association’s (ATRA) advisory board enthusiastically shares our 2024 theme, “Better Together.” This year’s theme has many different interpretations, not the least of which is the fact that togetherness creates and builds community. That togetherness can be far reaching and include partnerships, mentorship, coaching, collaborations,...
December 28, 2023
Discover Exciting Opportunities with the Austin Marathon at Upcoming Recruitment Event
AUSTIN, Texas /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - High Five Events, the parent company of the Ascension Seton Austin Marathon and other premier endurance events, is thrilled to unveil an upcoming recruitment session targeting prospective part-time team members. Scheduled to take place at the High Five Events office in Austin, Texas, on Thursday,...
December 28, 2023
Road Runners Club of America Announces 2023 RunPro Grant Recipients
Arlington, VA /ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ - The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) congratulates its 27th RunPro Grant class of Jeralyn Poe and Nadir Yusuf. Since 1996, the RRCA has awarded $750,500 in grants that support aspiring professional U.S. runners. The goal of RunPro Grants (an evolution of the Roads Scholars...