Forty years after the Windy City’s first 26.2-miler, these are the people who keep the party going. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
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#WeGotGoals Episode 17: Bank of America Chicago Marathon Executive Race Director Carey Pinkowski
The Monday after the Bank of America Chicago Marathon each year, Carey Pinkowski’s phone begins ringing. One runner wants to thank a volunteer who provided a critical medical treatment or cup of ice. Another hopes to follow up on a new friendship he made during some difficult miles. Carey calls them back – he feels he has to. Though social media has made missed connections easier to resolve, he still believes one of his biggest responsibilities as race director is to bring the running community together. Hear more on this week’s #WeGotGoals.
37 Mistakes Runners Can’t Stop Making
Yeah, we know better. It doesn’t matter. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Diego Estrada Aims to Prove His Worth to the World
After a brutal Chicago Marathon, he is regrouping and preparing for strong year on the track—and back at Chicago. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
The Runner’s World Show Episode 56: Boston Bound?
David Willey concludes his dramatic “moonshot” training season at the Bayshore Marathon. Listen to the full story for The Runner’s World Show.
How to Do a Long Run And Still Be Able to Get Off the Couch Later
Because life doesn’t stop while you recover from your training. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Watch: Two Runners Qualify for Boston in the Most Wonderful Way Possible
After 26.1 miles, two athletes reversed roles. Jacob Vandenberg got out of his racing chair and pushed Brian McWilliams across the finish line. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Run All the Miles, Wear All This Swag
Sarah Marie Design Studio outfits customers with running-themed apparel and accessories. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
How a Health-Food Company Aims to Give Back to the Ultrarunners That Inspired It
Even the world’s most well-known barefoot runners sometimes wear sneakers. I found this out earlier this month, on an easy four-mile shakeout run the weekend before the Boston Marathon. The guest of honor was Tarahumara ultrarunning champion Miguel Lara, a member of the tribe from Mexico’s Copper Canyon made famous in Christopher McDougall’s “Born to Run.” Read the full post for aSweatLife.
No, Marathon Runners, You Don’t Have to Worry About Your Kidneys
Study finds evidence of short-term damage, but otherwise healthy runners likely have little cause for concern. Read the full article for Runner’s World.