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The Benefits of Jogging for Enhancing Students’ Learning Abilities

Jogging is a popular form of exercise that offers numerous physical health benefits. But did you know that it can also positively impact students' learning abilities? Jogging has been found to improve memory, enhance brain activity, boost focus and...

World best leap for Paralympic champion Vanessa Low

Canberra, Australia; 26 January 2024 - Reigning Paralympic champion Vanessa Low has made a resounding entrance into the Games year, with a world best leap in the Long Jump T61 at the ACT Open and Under 20 Championships in Canberra tonight.

The Day Frank Dropped in for a ‘cuppa’ : A Column by Len Johnson

This writer has long adjusted himself to the fact of not being lord of his own household. Even so, being told not to sit in any chair I chose at the empty kitchen table was a confronting reminder of my status. That it was because one of the world’s greatest marathoners had recently occupied it took a little longer to sink in.

Peyton Craig Breaks the Australian U20 800m Record

18-year-old Peyton Craig, has rewritten the Australian U20 record books posting 1:45.77 over 800m at the ACT State Championships on Australia Day.  The time eclipsed Paul Byrne's 1995 record of 1:45.91.

Femke Bol Launches Indoor Campaign at Metz Moselle Athlelor Event

In a much-anticipated commencement to her indoor season, Femke Bol, a two-time European Athlete of the Year, is gearing up for participation in the Meeting Metz Moselle Athlelor, a distinguished World Athletics Indoor Tour Silver meeting, slated for February 3rd.

Global Athletics Stars Kick Off 2024 Season at Astana Indoor Meet

In a landmark event for the World Athletics Indoor Tour, a constellation of athletic luminaries, including world pole vault record-holder Mondo Duplantis, two-time world indoor 60m hurdles champion Nia Ali, world mile champion Diribe Welteji, and Olympic 200m champion Andre De Grasse, are gearing up to kickstart their 2024 campaigns at the Astana Indoor Meet for Amin Tuyakov Prizes.

Inside Running Podcast Episode 325: Vic Milers Club | Precision Fuel & Hydration review...

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RT PODCAST EPISODE 35 FEATURING STEVE MONEGHETTI | A LEGEND OF THE SPORT

Steve Moneghetti is still a household name throughout most of Australia.  Along with De'Castella, he is without a doubt one of Australia's most recognisable runners. To experience, exceptional performance in running, choose the best footwear for your runs like...

Lindsay Flanagan’s Inspiring Journey to the Olympic Trials

In the highly competitive world of marathon running, Lindsay Flanagan is steadily etching her name as a formidable contender for a coveted spot on the Olympic team. Over the past 20 months, the seasoned marathoner has impressively shaved off her personal best by 2 minutes—twice. Notably, she clinched victory at the 2022 Gold Coast Marathon in Australia, setting a course record with a remarkable time of 2:24:43. Lindsay's prowess extended to the World Championships marathon in Budapest, where she claimed the ninth overall position and the title of the first American finisher with a time of 2:27:47.

Why You Should Quit Smoking If You Start Running

Australians are still planning to make resolutions for 2024, with 43.4 per cent working on a healthier lifestyle, which may involve exercises like running. This is reflected in the numbers: Over 17,000 participants entered to run the 2023 Sydney...