March 2, 2021

Joel Gaff launches Traverse City Run Co.

“I always like to think that when you have all the freedom in the world, creativity maybe doesn’t come so […]

February 9, 2021

Podcast: race updates + sweet February deals

Upcoming virtual challenges and race updates, in-person events planned for this summer and fall, and special savings — this short […]

January 20, 2021

Fresh starts with Janice Davidson of the North Mitten

Life during a pandemic can lead us down paths we may not have gone down otherwise — some not so […]

December 19, 2020

‘Season of squash’ + special updates from Healthy Chef Ali

By Ali LopezMRG Contributor Hey, everyone. It’s been a while and I’ve missed you all. Sorry for my lapse in […]

September 21, 2020

Digging deep, drawing strength from family + friends, and snagging a PR at this year’s in-person Holland Haven Marathon

By Beth NykerkMRG Contributor Sunday, September 13 was a special race day for many reasons. It was such an amazing […]

September 20, 2020

Get moving + exploring with the Michigan Trails Week Challenge

When it comes to trails, there’s no place like Michigan. We are home to more than 13,000 miles of state-managed […]

September 13, 2020

Turning to Travel: How our Pure Michigan adventures can change and connect us right now

Getting outside, enjoying nature, breathing in the fresh air and exploring both familiar and new-to-us places in Michigan — we’ve […]

August 7, 2020

Lisa Taylor on the ways the pandemic is shaping our active lifestyles + reinforcing our love of the sport

“It’s been tough. And I think we’re right smack dab in the middle of it and we don’t really know […]

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