Runner's Tribe

Melbourne, Australia; 10 October 2023 - Oceania’s one and only World Athletics Continental Tour Gold level meet, the Maurie Plant Meet – Melbourne is set to return to Lakeside Stadium on February 15, 2024 as the world’s biggest names in track and field descend upon Australia’s sporting capital to kick-start the Olympic and Paralympic year.

About a fortnight after securing her second 100-mile victory in just three weeks in 2023, Courtney Dauwalter embarked on a casual run. On a late July morning, she meandered along the trails near her Leadville, Colorado home. To her surprise, her legs felt cooperative, despite the lingering fatigue from two arduous trail races.

Sifan Hassan produced one the greatest displays of female marathoning as she dismantled a world-class field to win the Bank of America Chicago Marathon in a course and area record of 2:13:44, the second fastest time in history.

In a scene that seemed straight out of science fiction not too long ago, Kenyan athlete Kelvin Kiptum achieved an astonishing feat by completing an official marathon in just 2 hours, 35 seconds. This remarkable accomplishment took place on the vibrant streets of Chicago, where Kiptum not only secured victory but also shattered the men's world record.

There’s a lot of noise about shoes right now, a rumble that only intensified when Tigst Assefa ran that other-worldly women’s marathon world record 2:11:53 in Berlin. In case you missed it, Assefa was shod in the very latest adidas super-shoe.

Incredible achievement on completing your marathon or running event! As you approach the finish line, it's time to redirect your attention towards the crucial phase of recovery. Here's a unique three-stage approach to ensure your successful post-race recuperation:

Are you ready to elevate your running skills to new heights? While running offers various physical and mental benefits, tempo runs, a specific type of high-intensity training, can help you push your boundaries, boost cardiovascular strength, and enhance your endurance. Whether you're striving to improve your stamina or set personal records in your upcoming race, integrating tempo runs into your training regimen is the secret to mastering the challenging aspects of fast-paced running.

Runners, in particular, can derive substantial benefits from incorporating chia seeds into their dietary regimen. Here are compelling reasons why:

CHICAGO - The Chicago Marathon has always been lauded for its flat, speedy course, making it a magnet for runners with record-breaking aspirations. However, a lingering caveat accompanies the event since it settled on the Columbus Day weekend as its permanent home – the unpredictability of race-day weather. Chicago's potential for fast times is only fully realized when the elements cooperate.

As we approach the 2023 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, the running world is abuzz with excitement. Tigst Assefa's recent incredible achievement, completing the Berlin Marathon in just 2:11:53 a mere two weeks ago, has left everyone wondering: was it a unique feat or a sign of even greater accomplishments in the world of marathon running?