By: SEO Town | 2010-12-29 | Track and field A small update from the injured runner: I am up to walking about 3 miles in an hour. I walk much slower than I used to but it's nice to get outside and walk with my dog (4 year old Springer Spaniel, Maggie). There is one small, yet significant detail I wasn't at all prepared for…MUSCLE PAIN! I haven't felt tired muscles in such a long time, especially in my feet. I have a new found love and appreciation for The Stick and my foam roller. I can definitely see now how many people can get discourage read more
By: Jago Holmes | 2010-03-30 | Running Understanding how to actually run a marathon is essential to any first timer and any marathon tips you can use that will help should be followed to the letter, but test them first. They could make a big difference to the success that you have. read more
By: AlbertElliott | 2011-02-18 | Arts & Entertainment I have always wanted to run in the London Marathon but never had the courage to do it, so this year I decided it's time I took part. read more
By: Jago Holmes | 2010-03-30 | Running First established on Sunday March 29th 1981, the London Marathon was the brain child of two men, the former Olympic champion and journalist Chris Brasher and John Disney. They had drawn on the inspirational scenes they witnessed during America's great city marathons, in particular the New York marathon and decided to emulate them in the UK. read more
By: William Hauselberg | 2012-01-18 | Travel & Leisure Every February, runners from around the country meet in the capital city of Texas to participate in the Austin Marathon. read more
By: NicholsRobert | 2010-03-17 | Fitness There many things you can do to prepare yourself to run a marathon. As you know running the marathon you must be in the best shape you possibly can be in. Not being in the best shape than you can risk getting injured while running the marathon. read more
By: jkdsf;lds | 2012-01-13 | Running From this passage, we know that Marathon 10, the best running shoes in Adidas Marathon family were launched into the market, which could accompany marathon runners in their runway to make success. read more
By: Sarah Kaser | 2011-01-03 | Health & Fitness Marathons are designed to promote good will, good health and most especially, sportsmanship. The will to carry over the challenge and the focus to the goal of winning a marathon comes with first steps. For beginners who are excited to participate in the event, we'll have you some tips in training to run a marathon and as you move ahead you'll improve and sure is to be ready for the exciting event. read more
By: Sarah Kaser | 2011-01-03 | Health & Fitness Participating in a marathon would be a healthy and enjoyable idea to promote a healthy heart. To have a better start for beginners, try a half marathon to jump start your running pleasure. Determination and good focus are the primary tools you need to have to make it and with some tips for running a half marathon will aid you to success in winning. read more
By: Jeff Anderson | 2011-07-01 | Fitness Marathon is conceived from the historical Greek soldier who ran from the battlefield of Marathon towards Athens to announce victory over Persia. This Greek messenger, named Pheidippides, ran the 26-mile distance without stopping and delivered the message before dying. In 1896, it became popular and was included in the Athens Olympics. Experiencing years of dormancy in terms of the number of participants, marathon regained its popularity in the last two decades. More and more people are now cons read more
By: Eric Westerman | 2010-09-20 | Men's Health So, you have decided to take on the challenge that is 26.2 miles? Congratulations...and what the heck are you thinking? Lest we forget that Pheidippides died attempting the original feat? Nonetheless, thousands of Americans chose every year to challenge themselves and push themselves to the brink. read more
By: Myra Ingersoll | 2010-03-29 | Running On Monday, May 25, 2009 I had the pleasure of watching my boyfriend cross the finish line for the LA Marathon. It was an amazing event. Minus of course some misdirection and rerouting - all in all it was a pretty smooth event. read more
By: SabrinaReynolds | 2011-04-21 | Recreation & Sports Let's face it, in case you've ever run a marathon, or even been a spectator, you may recognize the motivation and dedication involved. read more
By: Mandy Malone | 2011-01-12 | Fitness Runners should carefully consider the amount of time they have to devote to training before planning their marathon training schedule. This will prevent runners from establishing a training schedule which is unattainable. Carefully consider the amount of time you have available to run each week and make sure you don't establish a schedule with which you will be unable to keep up with your weekly running requirements. read more