Running Marathons/Races

Numerous events catered to families, friends and children as new Supporters' Day Out activities took center stage at Padang and along East Coast Park.

Dec 13, 2009 - Julie Maggiacomo Carrera

You're at the starting line dressed head to toe in unnatural fibers, you look like the others, but what are some common race etiquette mistakes you want to avoid?

Nov 23, 2009 - Oona Woods

Distance racing has a new focus with events designed to attract predominantly female runners and walkers. These events celebrate women athletes of all levels.

Nov 23, 2009 - Melissa Murfin

The Inaugural Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon is a night race that features a new course and an after-hours party at the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival.

Nov 16, 2009 - Debra Peterson

Marathons are becoming popular events among walkers. Training for walking a marathon is a great way to get into shape. Crossing the finish line is priceless!

Oct 31, 2009 - Melissa Murfin

Running a smart race can help meet race goals - whether they are merely finishing or achieving a personal best. Read below for a few pacing strategies.

Oct 28, 2009 - Sara Rossini

The strength of the masters athletes 45-49 year age group at the 2009 World Masters Games Athletics was evident with a spectacular show of prior international champions.

Oct 21, 2009 - Sally Luxton

2009 World Masters Games are not just the international meets for the "oldies that never made it". Results show ongoing elite performances of many masters athletes.

Oct 20, 2009 - Sally Luxton

Octogenarians and septuagenarians shocked spectators proving their speed still exists in the 100m and 200m sprints at Sydney's Olympic Park during the World Masters Games

Oct 16, 2009 - Sally Luxton

Disney offers four options for middle distance specialists who enjoy these 13.1 mile races. Races are held at Walt Disney World in Orlando and Disneyland in California.

Oct 16, 2009 - Melissa Murfin

Walt Disney World adds the Inaugural Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon to its series of endurance events. The October race coincides with the Epcot Food and Wine Festival.

Oct 15, 2009 - Debra Peterson

Hot, dry conditions coupled with gale force winds challenged the cross country masters athletes at the World Masters Games Athletics in Parramatta Park.

Oct 14, 2009 - Sally Luxton

Perfect conditions in 15 degrees with no wind and overcast conditions allowed masters athletes to enjoy a fast paced 10km road race to commence the World Masters Games.

Oct 12, 2009 - Sally Luxton

Runners can race in a January or February marathon to banish the winter blahs and prepare for the summer racing season.

Oct 9, 2009 - Dianna Brodine

Runners often choose to schedule a vacation around the time and destination of a marathon. Several factors go into choosing a locale and timing of the race.

Oct 2, 2009 - Melissa Murfin

Races vary greatly, and the choices can be intimidating for a new runner choosing that first organized running event. What factors should be considered?

Sep 28, 2009 - Dianna Brodine

New runners and walkers need to know the rules of the road before lining up for their first race. Keeping a few simple points in mind helps everyone have a great time!

Sep 20, 2009 - Melissa Murfin

Looking for a new challenge? This race series offers each two-person team a chance to bike, run and get dirty!

Sep 18, 2009 - Melissa Murfin

Duathlons are becoming more popular with multisport athletes and new competitors. Learn more about this fast-growing endurance race that includes running and biking.

Sep 7, 2009 - Melissa Murfin

For those hardcore marathoners, the Goofy Race and a Half Challenge at Disney World combines a half marathon on one day with a full marathon the following day.

Sep 6, 2009 - Melissa Murfin

The Walt Disney World Marathon brings the magic of Mickey Mouse to the sport of running. More than 20,000 runners participate each year, racing through four Disney parks.

Aug 24, 2009 - Dianna Brodine

Beginning and ending in Chamonix every August, this running race that covers 9400 meters of altitude tours Mont Blanc through France, Italy and Switzerland.

Aug 24, 2009 - Lisa Auer

The world's largest marathons are New York, Berlin, London, Chicago, and Paris. How big are the top marathon events and which races come close?

Aug 19, 2009 - Dianna Brodine

Celebrating its 40th year in 2009, the ING New York City Marathon will welcome more than 35,000 runners to the five New York boroughs.

Aug 12, 2009 - Dianna Brodine

Runners often choose to enter very large marathons, but there are many advantages to smaller, less crowded marathons.

Aug 12, 2009 - Paul A. Heckert