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Yes, I Am Trying to Run Faster Than You

I am mainly writing this blog post as a means of catharsis, so bear with me, guys. I have something to confess: I’m that annoying […]

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To Do: Valentine’s Day Singles Run with Philadelphia Runner

If you can possibly bring yourself to think about the next calendar year (I mean, it’s only two weeks away, so you might as well […]

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New Jersey Marathon to Donate $10K for Post-Sandy Shore Restoration

If you hadn’t thought about signing up for the New Jersey Marathon on May 5th (you know, assuming you don’t get selected in the Broad Street […]

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To Do: New Year’s Commitment Day at Fairmount Park

Rather than coming up with vague resolutions like “go to the gym” or “eat healthy” this New Year, make a commitment to a healthier lifestyle […]

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Consider This the End of Your Running Hiatus, Philly Marathoners

If you parked it on the couch the second you got home from finishing the Philadelphia Marathon two weeks ago and have barely moved since, […]

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12 Ho, Ho Holiday Runs Near Philadelphia

Reindeer Run and Romp 5K When: December 7th at 7 p.m.  Where: Aetna Fire Station, 31 Academy Street, Newark, Delaware. Cost: $25 for day-of registration Athlete’s […]

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Savings Alert: Bryn Mawr Running Company’s 2013 Race Pass

Here’s one to add to your Christmas list, runners: a Race Pass for seven Bryn Mawr Running Company races in 2013. The $100 pass gets […]

City Life

Do It: Philly Frontrunners

‘Tis the city for overeating, drinking, you name it. That’s why we wanted to remind you about Frontrunners International, an LGBT running network with more […]

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The Marathon Diaries: Philadelphia Marathon 2012 Recap

3:20 a.m.—that’s when I woke up on Sunday morning before the Philadelphia Marathon. I have no idea why, but I couldn’t go back to sleep. […]

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6 Turkey Trots Near Philly

Abington YMCA Gobble Wobble 5K Run and 2 Mile Walk When: Thanksgiving Day, 9 a.m. Where: 1073 Old York Road, Abington. Cost: $35. Join in […]

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The Checkup: How Lots of Philly Marathoners Are Feeling Today (Video)

• Congrats to all the Philadelphia Marathon runners! I bet you woke up this morning feeling pretty darn proud of your amazing accomplishment. I can […]

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Philadelphia Marathon: Where to Get a Beer (or Brunch) Near the Finish Line

Fact: There’s no reward for 26.2—or 13.1, for that matter—quite like an ice-cold beer. Marathon runners often swear off the stuff for weeks or months […]

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To Do: Shop Near, Run Far 5K in Manayunk on Black Friday

If you plan on braving the masses on Black Friday, why not make a workout out of it, too? Manayunk’s Bryn Mawr Running Company store […]

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The Checkup: How to Be an Awesome Philadelphia Marathon Spectator

• Good news, Philly marathoners and spectators! We’re poised to have great weather on Sunday morning—53 degrees with some sun and clouds, according to Accuweather.com. […]

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To Do: Philadelphia Marathon Health and Fitness Expo

This weekend, the Pennsylvania Convention Center will host the Philadelphia Marathon’s Health and Fitness Expo. And here’s the thing: You don’t have to actually participate […]