The goal was to break the 4-minute mile barrier… Faith Kipyegon didn’t quite break 4, but she still made history once again in Paris, solidifying her status as the most decorated female middle-distance runner of all time. Clocking in at a blazing 4:06.42, she shaved 1.22 seconds off her own world record in the mile […]
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Garmin has introduced two new models in its Forerunner series: the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970. Both models feature AMOLED displays, a built-in speaker and microphone, Garmin Triathlon Coach training plans, an evening report, and a range of health, wellness, and connectivity tools. The Forerunner 970 adds a built-in LED flashlight and new performance metrics,
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Last week, Mayor Karen Bass announced that an agreement had been reached between the organizers of the LA Marathon (which is now called ASICS Los Angeles Marathon) and the organizers of the Oscars Awards show that allows both events to take place in LA in March of 2026. Prior to Mayor Bass’ stepping in to
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The 2025 Los Angeles Marathon made history on March 16 as American runner Matt Richtman became the first U.S. male athlete in 31 years to win the race. He completed the course in an impressive 2 hours, 7 minutes, and 56 seconds, marking a significant milestone for American distance running. The last time an American
The LA Tri-Series will be hosting its third and final event of the series on Nov. 24. The third race, referred to as the Turkey Tri, is the only triathlon happening in California as Thanksgiving week kicks off. The event stands out in the landscape of Turkey Trots, which will rule racing throughout the holiday week. The
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If you’re a part of your local running community, recently checked a marathon off of your bucket list, or consider yourself a weekend warrior, then chances are… you’ve heard the buzz (pun intended) about Honey Stinger products for performance and recovery. With countless nutrition products, from gels to bars, being passed out at races and
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The LA Tri-Series wrapped up its first race of the 42nd consecutive triathlon series this month, where tri-athletes took part in the oldest, continuous running triathlon series in the world. Athletes of all ages and experience levels gathered at Bonelli Park for the event, a location that provided new triathletes an opportunity to participate in
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Diplo made headlines when he completed the 38th Los Angeles Marathon in 2023. The Grammy winner and run enthusiast has now launched his very own Diplo’s Run Club, a series of 5K runs and afterparties coupled with DJ sets from Diplo and friends throughout. The first two run events kick off this September in San
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As we gear up to celebrate Global Running Day and National Running Day on June 7th, we reflect on how the sport has evolved over the decades and even centuries. With the fear of tech advancements and AI changing industries for better or worse, the running world has also seen drastic negative and positive effects
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Trail runners looking for something to do this weekend… Celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Griffith Park Trail Marathon Relay on June 4th! Founded by Joe Matis in 2013, he wanted to create an event that would showcase Griffith Park’s beauty while challenging runners with a unique trail running experience. In 2016, Joe transferred the
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One of the oldest trail races in California is right here in our backyard: Mount Wilson Trail Race. “When it started in 1908, the race went all the way to the top, with runners resting for a half hour before coming back down. Now the race goes about halfway up the mountain, to Orchard Camp,
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There are “gym goals” and there are mountains to summit. If the great outdoors is your gym, I officially dare you to take on the SIX-PACK OF PEAKS CHALLENGE and conquer it in 2023. Reaching the top of a mountain is one of the best feelings for your mind and body. Whether you’re running or
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Before I recommend any apparel to fellow runners and weekend warriors, I always test the gear myself. For GovX apparel, I really put their shorts and sports bra through the wringer; running up two of the highest mountains and peaks in Southern California. They passed my trail running test up Mount San Jacinto and Strawberry
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Photo by Noah Klabin It’s not easy to produce live sporting events. It’s not easy to produce live events, period. Anything can happen and the event producers have to be prepared for whatever challenges come their way. But, what really makes a triumphant event is if a majority of the attendees walk away with a
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