How Running a Marathon is a Lot Like Marriage
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Who needs a crystal ball? We can tell you exactly where the sport of running is headed.
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Runner Details Life and New Fight After Surviving Bear Attack
One year after she was attacked by a bear during a marathon, Karen Williams tells her story.
By Theresa Juva-Brown
13.1 Reasons to Run a Half Marathon
Trying to decide what distance to run next? The half marathon is where it's at.
By Matt Forsman
Fall & Winter Marathons in the Midwest
The Midwest is known as "America's Heartland," so why not get your own heart beating a little faster at one of these can'tmiss marathons?
By Erica Schuckies
Fall & Winter West Coast Marathons
Looking to set your sights on a memorable late season marathon? Boy, do we have some options.
By Kolby Paxton
Fall & Winter Marathons in the Northeast
Whether it's densely populated cities, plunging temperatures or diverse culture, the northeast is known for many things including great marathons.
By Jackie Veling and Elizabeth Grimsley
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