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Celebrate National Running Day!
Celebrate 2013 National Running Daywith the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series National Running Day is a celebration where people everywhere declare their passion for running. It is a coast-to-coast tribute to our sport; for longtime runners to reaffirm their love of running and for beginners to kick off a lifetime commitment. Fast or slow, alone…
Read Full StoryRock ‘n’ Roll San Diego’s New Courses Bring Fast Times, Fun Vibes
Runners from around the world took over the streets of America’s finest city to enjoy live bands and unmatched fanfare along the new race courses at the 16th annual Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego Marathon & ½ Marathon To Benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society on Sunday morning. The race not only welcomed a world-class elite field and television celebrities, but the men’s half marathon winner, Bernard Koech of Kenya, ran the fastest half-marathon time ever run in America and the fastest in the world this year to win with a time of 58 minutes, 41 seconds.
Read Full StoryRunners Unite
As runners, for runners everywhere, we will not succumb to intimidation by an act of cowardice. We will run on as a testament to the spirit of our community. Our game is endurance-we practice resiliency and strength in the face of obstacles.
Read Full StoryOfficial Statement Regarding the Boston Marathon Tragedy
“We were shocked and saddened to learn of the tragedy in Boston today. Our hearts and thoughts are with the victims, their families and all those affected. Out of respect to the Boston Marathon and the Boston Athletic Association, we will not be providing any additional comments at this time other than to say that we are working closely with our partners, both government agencies and law enforcement, to immediately review security protocol and safety procedures in light of the tragic events of the day. We will provide more details in the coming days as we engage in this critical dialogue with respective officials in each of our partner cities across the country.”
Read Full StoryToddler with Cancer Inspires Maryland Teacher to Run Half-Marathon
Inspired by a 22-month-old little girl, Heather Wilhelm of Keedysville, Maryland and 30 running teammates will take on the St. Jude Country Music Marathon & ½ Marathon presented by Nissan on April 27th in Nashville. The group trained together and each raised funds to support St. Jude’s pediatric medical research, which today is having a direct impact on 22-month-old Brooke Riggs, who was diagnosed in January with a type of cancer called neuroblastoma.
Read Full StoryFuel your competition with PowerBar® Performance Energy Bars
Take your performance to new heights with PowerBar®, the Official Energy Bar Partner of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series. PowerBar® Performance Energy Bars deliver fast energy to working muscles to help you over the finish line. Join us on race day to try them out! http://us.powerbar.com/Products/Family/1324
Read Full StoryRunning Past Cancer to the Rock ‘n’ Roll Edinburgh Finish Line
Laura Paul is training for her next half-marathon, this time in Edinburgh, Scotland, the land of her heritage. The race falls near her five year anniversary of cancer survival – the point at which cancer patients can say they’re cured – but it’s also a reminder of how far she has come.
Read Full StoryTrain With What’s on Course at Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series
Gatorade Endurance Formula is scientifically formulated to meet the specific needs of endurance athletes. It contains a five-electrolyte blend including nearly twice the sodium (200 mg) and more than three times the potassium (90 mg) compared to original Gatorade Thirst Quencher. Drink Gatorade Endurance Formula to help sustain hydration, help maintian proper fluid balance and…
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