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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A Runner and a Grieving Father, United by a Beating Heart, Take on Marathon Together
Fred Miller and Shae Brown will run Chicago to honor Alyssa Miller’s life—and the second chance her death gave Brown. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
#WeGotGoals with Former Chicago Blackhawks Couple Bryan and Amanda Bickell
From his childhood in Canada, Bryan Bickell had his sights set on two big goals: Playing in the National Hockey League and winning the Stanley Cup. Hear more on this week’s #WeGotGoals.
Uncomfortable in Your Workout Gear? Say Hello to SELA Fit
No magical top can speed you to a personal-best race time or eke out that last rep for you. But feeling confident in your skin—and what’s covering it—can certainly affect how motivated you feel to work out. Read the full article for aSweatLife.com.
Five Things I Learned at the Malört 5K, the Most Chicago Race Ever
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encil shavings and heartbreak. Akin to licking a flagpole. The product of a gypsy curse. No matter how I’ve heard it described, Malört – a wormwood-based liqueur that’s become Chicago’s booziest inside joke – doesn’t exactly sound like the drink of champions. Read the full story for aSweatLife.com.
Watch Chicago Tots Take to the Track for “Toddler Marathon”
Tiny runners do laps to raise money for clean water in Africa. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
#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.
Need Inspiration? Watch Runner Defy ALS and Finish His First 5K
Most patients die within three to five years of developing the disease. Kip Fontana is at year seven—and setting new goals for himself. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Come for the Run, Stay for the Art
Marnie Kunz has made a career out of showcasing urban works of art—at 10-minute pace. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Human Race Episode 18: Runner Down
When Richard Sikorski collapsed during the 2015 Chicago Marathon, his race stopped and another one began. The race to save his life. Listen to the full episode of Human Race, a Runner’s World podcast.