CARA's Ready to Run 20 Miler
20 miles is hard, but it must be done! Make your marathon training 20 a success with CARA’s “Power of the Group” at the Orangetheory Fitness Ready to Run 20 Miler on September 16.
You’ll have the support of thousands of other runners and you won't be running loops to complete your pre-marathon 20-miler. We have an excellent point-to-point course for runners, complete with post-run transportation back to the start.
Over 150 experienced pacers will support you from start to finish. On course enjoy aid stations every two-miles serving water and Gatorade Endurance, including gels at mile 12. At the finish we will celebrate the start of your taper with Lagunitas Beer, music, and treats from CARA’s partners.
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South Holland’s Heritage Haul
The Village of South Holland is hosting its 13th annual Heritage Haul, a 5K, 10K, and half marathon! This year, we are proud to partner with Cure It, a Chicago organization that supports local children battling cancer. Fifty percent of every registration fee will benefit Cure It and the children they serve!
The Heritage Haul hosts the only half marathon in the Chicago Southland area prior to the Chicago Marathon. But there’s something for everyone at this race; the 5K run/walk and 10K are options for beginner and intermediate runners.
The Village of South Holland is a diverse community in the south suburbs that values faith, family, and future. The Heritage Haul starts and ends at the beautiful Veterans Memorial Park at 160th Place and South Park Ave. The race begins at 7am on September 15. Register at
southholland.org/haul.
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Morton Grove Park District presents the Annual Race to the Taste 5K
Saturday, October 6
Join runners from around the area at the Morton Grove Park District Annual 5k Run/Walk on October 6th at Prairie View Park, located at 6834 Dempster Street.
Participants will receive a race t-shirt, running bib with timing chip, entry to post-race refreshments and more. 5K awards for 1st overall male and female and 1st through 3rd place finishers in each age division.
Taste to the Race will include a Youth 50 and 100 Yard Dash. Awards presented to the top 3 finishers in each age division.
The fun doesn’t stop at the finish line! Stay for the post-race celebration! Enjoy tastes from Moretti’s, and the awards ceremony. Proceeds benefit the Morton Grove Park District financial assistance program.
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Frank E's Fling Mile
The Naperville Jaycees invite runners to participate in the Frank E.'s Fling Mile at the 2018 Last Fling on Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 3, 2018 at 9:15 a.m. in Downtown Naperville.
Come test your running skills against our very own Last Fling Mascot, Frank E. Fling and, if you can beat him, you will receive a custom medal.
Frank E.’s Fling Mile is chip timed and overall and age category winners will be announced after the race. Registration for the Frank E.’s Fling Mile is now open at
www.lastfling.org/races
. Pricing is $15 until August 31 at which time online registration will close and same-day registration will be offered for $20.
Packet pick-up will only be offered on the day of the race, beginning at 7:45 a.m. Monday raised at the Naperville Jaycees' Last Fling will be donated back to community not-for-profits.
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Indy Women’s Half Marathon & 5k- September 29
In just seven years, the
Indy Women’s Half Marathon & 5K
has become the 7th largest women's half marathon in the U.S. 33 states and three countries were represented in the 2017 with the top six finishers representing six different states.
Staged in beautiful downtown Indianapolis, the course is fast and flat with an abundance of reasonably-priced hotels within walking distance of both the start and finish. A women’s-only race offers a unique atmosphere, emotion and camaraderie from women of all ages and abilities. Some race competitively, some for charities, some for loved ones or for reasons we may never know about. Foodie and drink tastings are offered at the expo. Pacers provided and free pancakes at the finish.
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Official Chicago Triathlon Program, Tapering and other End-of-Season Training Tips
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6 Labor Day Weekend Ideas for a Summer Road Trip
or Chicago Staycation
Ready for the long holiday weekend? Make the most of the last days of summer by getting outside and being active during your three days off.
Whether you're staying in the area and looking for a new bike path or lake to kayak on, or hoping for an accessible weekend getaway, there are plenty of activities to keep you and your family busy.
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The Best Labor Day Deals for Runners
The summer is coming to a close soon, school is starting up again, and your fall marathon is right around the corner. With so much going, we wanted to make sure you don’t miss out on some amazing Labor Day sales going on this week.
Whether you’re looking for some fresh new shoes or just want to upgrade your gear, anything you want is likely on sale from one of these awesome sites. So you don’t have to do any additional legwork after your run, we found the best running deals around the web just for you.
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Divvy to Install Over 30 New Stations in Chicago
Divvy is adding more than thirty stations to the popular bike share system over the next few months to account for growing ridership, help build ridership and build in more flexibility in a few of the system’s busiest neighborhoods.
The installations began Tuesday with the completion of a new station at the Malcolm X College campus on the Near West Side. From there, Divvy will install new stations in the River North, Englewood, Ukranian Village, and several more neighborhoods of Chicago.
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Jorgensen Joins Strong American Field for Bank of America Chicago Marathon
The Bank of America Chicago Marathon announced that defending champion Galen Rupp and American superstars Jordan Hasay, Amy Cragg and Laura Thweatt will be joined by a strong American field of runners at the 41st annual Bank of America Chicago Marathon.
Gwen Jorgensen joins one of the deepest American womens fields in the history of the Bank of America Chicago Marathon. The last time three American women finished in the top five in Chicago was 1994, and the last time U.S. women claimed the top two spots was 1992. That could all change in 2018.
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What is Cyclocross?
The sport of cyclocross is not a new one, but it is a niche within the cycling community. Its races consist of hundreds of bikers jumping on and off their bikes, going over obstacles and typically ending up covered in mud or grass. It may appear intimidating at first, but after learning the ins and outs, cyclocross is a unique and exciting sport all endurance athletes should try.
The origins of cyclocross are murky—some argue it’s French, others say Belgian, and some say it was simply off-season training for roadies. Others even attest it emerged from the tradition of steeplechase racing. What we do know is it’s a discipline of racing at least as old as the Tour de France, and there have been national championships in the books for just as long. The sport has come a long way and cyclocross (or CX) has grown immensely in the U.S. over the past 10 years.
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