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Brenda Barrera has been running and competing in road races and triathlons for over 20 years. She was the National Web Editor for The Running Network as well as Editor for RunMidwest and Chicago Athlete. One of her favorite books is Chicago Running Guide--check out the byline and you'll know why. You can reach her at brendabarreraruns@gmail.com

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ING New York City Marathon post race stats

Monday, November 9th, 2009

I enjoy reading road race, running and sports stats, here are some stats from this year's ING New York City Marathon that came across my desk via the...
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Falmouth’s Kathleen Sherman Named 2009 Race Director of the Year

Friday, November 6th, 2009

Congratulations to Kathleen Sherman, Director of the CIGNA Falmouth Road Race who was named the 2009 MarathonFoto/Road Race Management Race Director...
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Blue Moon Wicked 10K a smashing success in Virginia Beach

Monday, November 2nd, 2009

It is no exaggeration to say everyone was having a "wicked" good time at the inaugural Blue Moon Wicked 10K in Virginia Beach, VA on...
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Keflezighi and Tulu win ING New York City Marathon

Sunday, November 1st, 2009

It was a sight to behold! Meb Keflezighi won the ING New York City Marathon on Sunday in 2:09:15 becoming the first American man to earn the coveted...
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Catch the action! ING New York City Marathon TV and Online options

Sunday, November 1st, 2009

Today’s the day that 40,000 runners and thousands of spectators will help celebrate the 40th anniversary of the one of the world’s best...
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Nike+ Human Race = Day the World Runs

Once again Nike is putting on the “world’s largest” running event. The Nike Human Race 10K Run will take place this Saturday,...
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Folk, Kinsman Win Nationwide Better Health Columbus Marathon

Despite nearly freezing temperatures at the 7:30 a.m. start this past Sunday, October 18, the cool weather and sunny skies made for near-perfect...
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Please get headlines correct: marathoners did not die in Detroit race

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It’s a tragedy when anyone dies unexpectedly. When a participant dies during a running event, it’s devastating for everyone from family...
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Dean Karnazes does a double marathon in Chicago

For many non-runners, Dean Karnazes is that crazy, good-looking guy who runs megga-distances in far out locations. To the running and endurance...
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No running, moderate or extreme is better to fend off illness?

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Here’s some good reading for runners and coaches. During this peak marathon season, it’s not uncommon to hear about runners who get sick...
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