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November 29, 2020
Shanghai marathon defies coronavirus with 9,000 runners
Around 9,000 runners - some wearing face masks - took part in the Shanghai International Marathon on Nov 29, a rare mass event in a year when coronavirus laid waste to most sports. Runners had to pass a coronavirus test in order to take part and were ordered to wear...
November 29, 2020
Nike Unite
Nike is testing a chain of new shopping experiences called “Nike Unite,” which are tailored to local communities in select locales around the world. Each store will have unique decorations that represent the local culture, including a community wall that highlights local partnerships. Products will be specifically curated for the...
November 27, 2020
Sodisp is the first Virtual Challenge Platform with Polar, Suunto and COROS integrations
Auto-sync with all major fitness brands enables the best possible experience Following our popular - and unique - auto-sync integration with Strava, Garmin, and Fitbit we are releasing three more integrations with popular GPS watch brands. Using the new Polar, Suunto, and COROS integrations owners of these devices can automatically sync...
November 26, 2020
WHO announces new physical activity guidelines
The World Health Organization announced their physical activity guidelines, taking aim at the inactivity caused by the global pandemic. WHO is recommending up to 300 minutes of activity a week in adults and 60 minutes a day for children and adolescents. Running Magazine
November 26, 2020
Parcours wheels partner with Crank n’ Chain in Singapore
British wheel brand Parcours will be coming to the Singapore market, working with recently-opened luxury bicycle concept store Crank n’ Chain for local distribution, sales and support. Crank n’ Chain will be featuring Parcours wheels in their Sentosa Cove store, as well as working to build a B2B offering in...
November 26, 2020
ROUVY releases Standard Chartered Singapore Half Marathon routes
November 26, 2020 – For the culmination of the Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon (SCSM) virtual racing series, ROUVY released two SCSM courses for augmented group running. Athletes will run through the streets of Singapore virtually, creating a world-class experience for runners around the world. This new format will be free of charge...
November 25, 2020
Brooks Has a New Ugly Sweater-Inspired Running Shoe Coming Soon — Here’s When You Can Get a Pair
Throughout the years, Brooks has delivered ugly holiday sweater takes of its acclaimed running shoes — and this year is no different. The new Christmas-inspired shoe for 2020 - the Run Merry Revel 4 - keeps up with the ugly sweater theme with its velvet-lined laces, ugly sweater plaid uppers...
November 25, 2020
“Alexa, Start My Run”
Amazon is deepening its health and wellness involvement as fellow big tech companies Apple and Google fight for fitness-related dollars. “Alexa, start my run,” will now trigger the company’s Echo Buds headphones to start tracking the basics of runs and walks, like distance and pace. Voice commands will dictate those...
November 24, 2020
IRONMAN Foundation Continues Community Support Over Holiday Season
TAMPA, Fla. (November 24, 2020) – The IRONMAN Foundation® is continuing its efforts to combat hunger needs during the Holiday season through initiatives, including Kahiau Together, Operation IRONAID Nutrition, and the Rock This Town® Turkey Trot. “Food insecurity has become one of the most emergent needs caused by the pandemic across all...
November 24, 2020
Dick’s Earnings and Sales Blast Past Forecasts, Names New CEO
Dick’s Sporting Goods announced that its board of directors unanimously elected president Lauren Hobart to the post of CEO, effective Feb. 1. Dick’s also posted stronger-than-anticipated quarter: For the three months ended Oct. 31, it logged profits of $182.2 million, or earnings of $2.01 per share, compared with the prior...