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:

Getting into shape...

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I am sure I am only one of millions of people with similar blogs but here we go... At age 21 i have never really committed to a strict diet or exercise program. I have never felt the need. I am completely happy with my size and shape. As most people…

Marathon training *a first time runner/personal trainers experiance.

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I realize its a little late in the game to be starting a marathon training blog, but i started writing it durring a particularly nasty 7 mile training run that i thought would be a good idea to start running at noon on a perfectly hot summer day. Lets just say that the imaginary blogging was…

Race Season Shoe Review

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As the warm months arrive so does racing season. There are road races opening up for registration all over the country for novices and veterans alike. However, before we can even get to the starting line we have to talk preparation. And…

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.

Racing for the Soul

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Hey there blog readers....hello....anyone? *crickets chirping* Oh well if anyone does stumble upon this post Hello! It seems like yesterday I was a senior in high school, about to embark on 4 years of going away to college, freedom from parents, no supervision, I was going to do whatever I...

I'm Speechless - A grandmother of three running seven marathons around the world!

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I just finished a deskside interview—when people come into the office to meet with editors, and either show us a new beauty product or introduce us to someone impressive in the industry—and I’m completely amazed by the two women I met: Linda Quirk and Wendy Booker. They’re part of BP’s Team Invigorate, a group of three outstanding athletes that defy all odds and excel at their respective sports despite their ages and personal obstacles. Linda—a grandmother of three—is 55 and has made it her mission to run a marathon on each of the seven continents to raise $1 million in scholarships for Caron Treatment Centers, a non-profit provider of alcohol and drug treatment.

Marathon Training Blog: The Finish Line

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I reek of Ben-Gay, shudder at the sight of stairs (I recommend going down backward) and struggle to sit down—all telltale signs of a successful marathon! The crowds, course and energy were better than I imagined. From start to finish, it was an amazing journey.

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.