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Trail running and mountain races are booming, with more runners lining up every year. Beyond the athletic challenge, trail lovers are chasing one thing above all, epic courses …
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The London Marathon is a truly legendary marathon. It is one of only two World Marathon Majors held in Europe, alongside the Berlin Marathon. Why runners love the …
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The word “mile” comes from the Latin “mille”, tied to the distance Roman soldiers covered in 2,000 steps. The mile is used as a unit of measurement in …
Continue reading “The 4-Minute Mile: Bannister’s Breakthrough and the Mile’s Comeback”
The Berlin Marathon is famous for being the fastest marathon in the world. Proof? The last 7 marathon world records were set in Berlin. The recipe is simple, …
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UTMB® Mont-Blanc has become a must in the trail running world. Today, it’s one of the most fiercely contested trail events on the planet, with the very best …
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Running the Boston Marathon is a true milestone for thousands of runners. This iconic American race is a pioneer: it’s been held since 1897—long before the famous New …
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The Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) is now widely seen as the most prestigious trail running race in the world. Every year, the global trail elite meets in Chamonix …
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The UTMB® cut-off times are an important factor for trail runners taking on the adventure around Mont-Blanc. They’re not there to discourage participants but to ensure safety, logistics, …
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Do you want to beat your personal best in the marathon? Break the 3h30, 3h15, 3h00, 2h45, or 2h30 barrier? The Valencia Marathon is the ideal race to …
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Road races, particularly marathons, enjoy considerable success in France, with over 2 million French citizens participating annually. In 2024, approximately fifty marathons are scheduled across the country. Are …
Do you want to beat your personal record on the queen distance? Are you looking for a flat marathon to improve your chances of success? Here is a …
Experience the American dream by participating in the New York Marathon! Explore one of the world’s most renowned marathons, celebrated for its magical atmosphere. Annually, 50,000 runners embark …
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