Alexa Casciano and Christian Longo will participate in the NYC Marathon
Survivors of Traumatic Brain Injuries Join NYC Marathon Two young New Yorkers, both survivors of traumatic brain injuries, are preparing to run this Sunday’s City Marathon. Alexa Casciano, 24, and Christian Longo, 26, aim to raise awareness and funds for the New York State Brain Injury Association, honoring others who, unfortunately, cannot participate in the […]
Eager NYC Marathon fans are just as passionate as the runners, but they also enjoy mimosas and bagels
The Excitement Surrounding the NYC Marathon For 34-year-old Brooklynite Lauren Rutkowski, the TCS New York City Marathon is a highlight of her year. She starts her day early, enjoying some bagels near her Cobble Hill home before heading to the subway. But running the race herself? Not a chance. Instead, she plans to be among […]
Grandmother of three who is fighting colon and kidney cancer is participating in the NYC marathon.
A life-changing encounter with a reckless skier dramatically altered Liz Healy’s life. A trip to Vermont in 2022 resulted in severe pain for Healy, leading to an MRI that revealed some startling news: she had a sacral fracture and, more alarmingly, cancer. Initially diagnosed with stage 2 kidney cancer, further testing revealed stage 4 colon […]
World’s longest 3,100 mile marathon for ‘Self Transcendence’ held around a small block wraps up in Queens
Endurance Race Concludes in Queens The world’s longest and relatively obscure foot race has concluded, featuring 10 endurance athletes attempting a grueling 3,100-mile trek around a single square block in Queens, New York. This year marked the 29th annual Sri Chinmoy Self-Transcendence 3,100 Mile Race, which took place between August 30 and October 20. Participants, […]
3,000 Mexicans to participate in Chicago Marathon, raising concerns about potential conflicts with ICE
Approximately 3,000 Mexican runners have signed up for the Chicago Marathon this Sunday, stirring potential tensions with federal authorities. This year, the 47th running of the marathon anticipates around 53,000 participants and almost 2 million spectators in a city facing significant crime and intense anti-ICE protests. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson spoke about the Mexican participants […]
Runners with a sweet tooth take over NYC streets for the ‘Bakery Run’ half marathon while enjoying pastries.
NYC Bakery Run: Sweet Treats and Sweat Runners were definitely sweetening things up. A group of 100 sprinters took to the streets of Manhattan and Brooklyn for a half marathon that included stops at nearly a dozen local bakeries on Sunday. The NYC Bakery Run involved a 13.1-mile course, fueled by carbs from eight different […]
Study indicates marathon runners might have an increased risk of cancer.
Long-Distance Running Linked to Increased Cancer Risk Interestingly, long-distance running, including marathons and ultramarathons, might not be the health boost we once believed. A new study from Virginia suggests that it may actually heighten the risk of cancer. Dr. Timothy Cannon from the INOVA Schar Cancer Institute has initiated research that will be presented at […]
Peloton athlete to participate in last World Major marathon at 50, reveals meal after the run
Running Instructor Shares Post-Marathon Tips A prominent running instructor has opened up about her must-haves after completing marathons, as she prepares for her last World Major event. Susie Chan, a well-known Peloton running instructor, is in Australia gearing up for the Sydney Marathon, marking her entry into the elite group of seven World Major marathons. […]
New York men are spending lavishly on marathon dates that last up to 10 hours, only to be left in the dust: ‘I was heartbroken’
For many singles, a date can simply be an exciting evening with no long-term expectations. However, for those seeking love in the Big Apple, that “it’s me, not you” text can sting, especially after what seems like a perfect day. Some enthusiastic daters engage in “marathon dates,” which can stretch from four to ten hours. […]
World’s oldest marathon runner Fauja Singh passes away at 114 following a hit-and-run حادثہ.
Fauja Singh, thought to be the oldest marathon runner in the world, tragically lost his life on Monday after being struck by a car while crossing the road in his hometown in India. He was 114 years old. Born in 1911, Singh was rushed to the hospital with severe head injuries following the accident. The […]