Marathon on Shine

Best Marathons for Female Runners

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By J.R. Kendall While female distance runners constantly prove they have the ability and confidence to conquer any marathon, there are a few events that are specifically tailored to the top women runners. Legendary female racers such as Paula Radcliffe, Joan Benoit Samuelson, Roberta…

Fitness Milestone: I Survived the Philadelphia Half-Marathon!

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So yesterday was the big day…the 2009 ING Philadelphia Half-Marathon! I'm sure you're wondering how I did. The weather was perfect, the course was gorgeous, and good friends were there to cheer me on. It was, without a doubt, one of the most amazing experiences of my life. I don’t think words could do it justice, so let me give you a play-by-play with photos:

Meet an Inspirational Runner

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I wanted to share the story of Joseph Kenney, a runner from Omaha, NE who suffers from Restless Leg Syndrome. Joseph wrote to Shape about the importance of setting and achieving goals and overcoming obstacles.

Marathon Training Blog: A Medal for 714th Place!

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It's official. On October 26, I completed my first marathon. My time? Four hours and 57 minutes. One year ago, I could not have imagined being able to complete this race. Even days before the run, I wondered if it was possible—would IT band pains trip me up before the half-way point? I focused on my original goal: Just finish standing.