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November 8, 2020
From One Push-Up to an IRONMAN: Chris Nikic Makes History as The First Person with Down Syndrome to Finish a Full-Distance IRONMAN Triathlon
PANAMA CITY BEACH / TAMPA, Fla. – Today, Chris Nikic crossed the finish line at the 2020 Visit Panama City Beach IRONMAN® Florida in 16:46:09, making history as the first person with Down syndrome to complete a full-distance IRONMAN triathlon. Chris Nikic, a 21-year old recent high-school graduate, keynote public...
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November 6, 2020
Virtual Timer Symposium, from Running USA and Race Roster, Set for Tuesday, Nov. 17
(November 6, 2020) – Running USA is pleased to announce its next virtual education event, the Timer Symposium, presented by Race Roster. The online learning opportunity is set for Tuesday, Nov. 17 at 11 am PST/ 2 pm EST. It will include three 45-minute long discussions on topics including remote...
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November 6, 2020
Why Racing Events saves Halloween
Washougal WA – Halloween was cancelled due to Covid-19 and kids were devastated. With no ‘trick or treating’, parents were scrambling to try and create a festive celebration that their kids could look forward to. Swooping in to save the day, on October 15th, Why Racing Events announced they would...
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November 6, 2020
HOKA Postal Nationals Announces 2020 National Champions after Record Turnout
(PORTLAND, OR.), November 6, 2020 — HOKA ONE ONE®, a division of Deckers Brands (NYSE: DECK), and RunnerSpace announce the girls of Mt. Prospect XC Club (IL) and the boys of the Satellite XC Club (FL), as the winners of the 2020 HOKA Postal Nationals Championship. Reviving a tradition from...
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November 6, 2020
XTERRA unveils 2021 World Tour Schedule on Aloha Friday LIVE
November 6, 2020 (Honolulu, HI) - XTERRA will announce its 2021 XTERRA World Tour schedule and celebrate Maui on what would have been the XTERRA World Championship weekend with an "Aloha Friday" LIVE show on November 6 at 8am Hawaii time (10a PT, 1p ET, 7p CEST) on Facebook.com/XTERRAPlanet. Hosted...
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November 5, 2020
Peloton Nets Another Bump in Revenues, Subscribers
Peloton’s drive for two million subscribers by next fall for its connected bikes and treadmills is ahead of schedule, reporting a gain of another 240,0000 users after markets closed on Nov. 5. Peloton reported revenues of $757.9 million for its first fiscal quarter, a 20% increase over last quarter and...
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November 5, 2020
Wolverine Eyes Market Share Gains At Saucony And Merrell Amid Pandemic
In the third quarter ended Sept. 26, revenues declined 14.1% to $493.1 million due to the pandemic’s ongoing impact. On a constant-currency basis, revenue was down 14.6%. Net earnings fell 55.3% to $21.7 million. Reported operating margin was 8.6% compared to 11.9% in the prior year. Adjusted operating margin was...
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November 5, 2020
Study shows running can boost mental acuity
A recent study out of the University of Calgary found that running has cognitive benefits and performing other aerobic exercises on a regular basis for just six months can boost brain function by 5.7%. The study suggests that new runners of all ages should experience at least some improvements after...
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November 5, 2020
British Cycling suspends all cycling activities and events
British Cycling has taken the decision to suspend all cycling activities and events in England, as new national restrictions come into force. The suspension will last until Dec. 3. However, there are new restrictions to encourage cycling and being active. Here’s a summary of the rules riders will need to...
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November 5, 2020
Climbing with Refugees: Mammut Becomes a Partner of the Non-Profit Organization Climbaid
United by their shared passion for mountain sports and climbing, MAMMUT and the Swiss non-profit organization ClimbAID are embarking on a partnership designed to allow people affected by war, poverty and displacement to discover the joy of climbing. This long-term cooperation will focus on the implementation of humanitarian projects in...
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