Preston Prepares For parkrun →
11 MAY2012
In what has been one of the most enquired about and sought after locations for a parkrun event, this Saturday (May 12) will see hundreds of runners prepare for a regular 5k run at Avenham Park, Preston. Starting at the East Lancs Viaduct at the bottom of the park, the run will consist of 3 anti-clockwise laps and finishes at the Pavilion. The route takes in both Avenham and Miller Parks, running alongside the River Ribble.
Gebreselassie To Face Makau In Manchester →
10 MAY2012
Haile Gebrselassie will face strong competition in his pursuit of five titles at the Bupa Great Manchester Run with confirmation that current world record holder Patrick Makau will be competing in the event on May 20.
The Story Of The 4 Minute Mile →
9 MAY2012
Throughout the course of this week, running enthusiasts will be given the opportunity to relive one of the most iconic moments in the sport. The Oxford Playhouse are presenting a performance entitled, 'The Story of the Four Minute Mile,' in which they recount Bannister's incredible performance in 1954.
Liverpool Celebrates Festival Of Running →
9 MAY2012
While the red half of Merseyside was suffering the hangover of an FA cup final defeat, RunLiverpool boosted the city's sporting spirits as it celebrated its first ever Festival of Running on Sunday, May 6. The sun shone brightly over Sefton Park as athletes and fun runners joined together for a full race programme which included the Men Only 10K, Women's 10K, Women's 5K and the under 12's 1 mile fun run.
Marathon Of The North Hailed A Success →
8 MAY2012
The first staging of the Marathon of the North has been heralded a success with more than 1000 runners taking part in Sunday's race. Olympic gold medallist Sally Gunnell joined event organiser Steve Cram in overseeing the Run Sunderland Festival, which included the Sunderland City 10k and the Junior Run. Paul Wilson of Hartlepool Burn Road Harriers inscribed his name in the history books by securing first place in a time of 2:43:31. The 36-year-old broke away at the 10k mark and finished almost three minutes ahead of Andrew Pearson (2:46:29). Chester le Street AC's Ian Bloomfield rounded off the podium positions, finishing in 2:51:25.
Up And Running Gets Leeds Ready →
7 MAY2012
With 6,000 runners expected to turn out for next week's Leeds half marathon, the city's Up and Running branch is hosting a preparation day for all those taking part in the 13.1 mile race. The store event, which takes place the day before the race on Saturday, May 13, will be offering last minute pre-race tips and advice for recovery from running expert Mike Hendricks of Optimum Health from lunchtime until 6pm. This will be followed by yoga and stretch out sessions to ensure you are fully limbered up for the big day.
Business As Usual At Belfast →
7 MAY2012
This Bank Holiday Monday (May 7) sees business as usual for the Deep RiverRock Belfast City marathon with over 20,000 runners expected on the streets of the city today. The 31st staging of the event looks set to be one of the most competitive with a number of international athletes vying for victory, and as colourful as usual with the huge relay turnout.
Scots Pair Trot To The Top →
5 MAY2012
Last weekend saw a rain soaked Yorkshire Dales host the Three Peaks Fell Race in the village of Horton-in-Ribblesdale. But the inclement weather didn't dampen the spirits of the 750 runners who took part in the event. Among those runners was Scots pair, Joe Symonds and Sarah O'Neil, who took home the top prizes. Both runners were from the fittingly-titled Hunter's Bog Trotters.
Planet Of The Running Apes →
5 MAY2012
Saturday, September 22 will see one of the most dramatic running events of 2012 when an anticipated 800 'gorillas' will make their way around the streets of central London. The Great Gorilla Run will attract runners from around the world dressed-up in gorilla suits and aiming to complete a 7k course to raise funds for the Gorilla Organization.
Sunderland Set For Opening Marathon →
5 MAY2012
With the Virgin London marathon now behind us, the running community's attention shiftsd to the north east as Sunderland prepares for tomorrow's Marathon of the North. The inaugural event will form part of a festival weekend, which includes the Junior Run and the Sunderland City 10K.
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