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August 19, 2021
Study: Beer may be a better post-workout drink than we previously thought
A systematic review on beer consumption related to endurance sports was published in the International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism this July. Among the findings: Light beer could be a decent recovery aid post-exercise, even as good as water in some aspects. Men's Health
August 19, 2021
How This New Trail Running Brand Is Making a Splash With Help From Vibram and Ciele Athletics
Norda is set on winning trail runners over with its innovative approach to footwear creation. And the emerging brand from Canada’s new collaboration could help get more eyes on the brand. FN
August 19, 2021
Bay Area retail powerhouse Mike’s Bikes sold to Pon Group, the owner of Santa Cruz and Cervelo
Mike's Bikes, the 12-store Northern California chain, has been purchased by Pon, the Dutch parent of Santa Cruz, Cervelo, Gazelle, Focus, Urban Arrow, and other bike, mobility, and auto brands. Pon also acquired Public Bikes, a city bike brand that Mike's bought in 2017. BRAIN
August 18, 2021
New Balance Renewed partnership gives apparel a second life
Sports footwear and apparel brand New Balance is working with The Renewal Workshop (TRW) to extend the life of its apparel and keep it out of landfills with New Balance Renewed. Just Style
August 18, 2021
Gatorade Endurance Survey Finds ‘Safety Concerns’ As Primary Barrier For Minority Entry Into Endurance Sports
CHICAGO, Aug. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Gatorade Endurance released results from a survey* designed to identify and understand the barriers minority athletes (specifically People of Color, Black, LGBTQ+ and Disabled) face when considering participation in endurance sports, and how to overcome these barriers. Among the key findings, safety concerns – i.e., getting injured, hate...
August 18, 2021
US Bicycle Route System expands with 2,903 miles of new cycling trails
In total, 18 new bicycle routes have been added to the national system, which measures 2,903 miles spread across California, Indiana, Ohio, Utah and Washington. NY Post
August 18, 2021
Lululemon Partners with Genomatica to Bring Bio-Nylon to Products
This represents lululemon’s first-ever equity investment in a sustainable materials company. The two companies will create a lower-impact, plant-based nylon to replace conventional nylon currently used to make lululemon products. SES lululemon athletica inc. (NASDAQ:LULU) today announced a multi-year collaboration with sustainable materials leader Genomatica to bring renewably-sourced, bio-based materials into lululemon’s products....
August 17, 2021
Bank of America Chicago Marathon Requires Proof of Vaccination or Negative Test For 2021 Participants
Bank of America Chicago Marathon organizers released COVID-19 guidelines "to help create a safe racing environment for all 35,000registered participants." Registered participants of the 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon will be required to provide proof of a complete COVID-19 vaccination series or a negative COVID-19 test result to participate...
August 17, 2021
Nike Strips Alberto Salazar’s Name From Building After SafeSport Coaching Ban
After the U.S. Center for SafeSport revoked his coaching eligibility, Nike said it was appropriate to rename the facility. Women's Running
August 17, 2021
Abigail Anderson, sister of the late Gabe Grunewald, killed by drunk driver
On Aug. 14, Abigail Anderson, a high school cross-country coach and Grunewald’s younger sister, was walking on the University of Minnesota campus in Falcon Heights, Minn., when she was struck by a pickup truck and died of her injuries. Canadian Running Mag