Perfect ocean breezes, swaying palm trees, and miles of white, sandy beaches caressed by crystalline waters … held in historic Nassau, Marathon Bahamas is the ideal international winter running event, and only a 30-minute flight from South Florida. Athletes from around the world have flocked to the idyllic island
The Charleston Marathon, Half-Marathon, and Shrimp & Grits 5K will take place on Jan. 17, 2015. There will also be a bike ride after the race on Jan. 18, 2015. Register at www.CharlestonMarathon.com. All proceeds benefit the Youth Endowment for the Arts, which supports fine arts programming for Charleston-area children. The
By Carolinas Healthcare System At some point, most avid runners experience a running-related injury, such as Achilles tendonitis, shin splint or plantar fasciitis. Often such injuries are thought to develop from overuse, but according to Dr. Andrew Ball, PT, DPT, PhD, a board-certified orthopedic doctor of physical therapy with Carolinas Rehabilitation,
By David Cross If you have been running for a few years, you have probably had “that” pair of shoes. The singular pair of running shoes to which all other shoes before and after it are to be compared. When you slip on that pair of shoes your foot
Runners and triathletes love the protein power of peanut butter and we love to snack on almonds too, but did you know almost every type of nut has a lot of nutrition? While some nuts may have more heart-healthy nutrients and fats than others, all nuts contain unsaturated fatty
Come out to the inaugural RUN AGAINST THE SUN 5K! This is a grassroots event benefiting The Road Warriors, an organization dedicated to inspiring people through running and raising money for families battling cancer. While finding a cure is important, we sometimes forget the financial burden that cancer places
By Jason Lee The 880v4 is the latest update to the popular neutral running shoe from New Balance. This shoe can accommodate all types of runners, from the first-timer to the seasoned pro looking for a durable cushioned ride. Although there are not many changes in this update from
The 31st Annual YMCA Mistletoe Run in Winston-Salem includes a half-marathon, 5k and fun run. The long-standing community event is known for its beautiful course that travels through historic neighborhoods, Reynolda Village, and the Wake Forest campus. The event has a festive holiday atmosphere, with sightings of the Mistletoe
The ninth annual TowneBank Outer Banks Marathon and Southern Fried Half Marathon are the highlights of a three-day event enjoyed by runners from 48 states and eight countries. Total registered participants usually number over 6,500. Planned each year by Outer Banks Sporting Events, the marathon is one of four
The inaugural Head for the Cure – NC Triangle will take place on Saturday, Nov. 8, at Koka Booth Amphitheatre at 8 a.m. Whether you’re a casual walker, a competitive runner or anything in between, a Head for the Cure 5K is an event you don’t want to miss!
