April 26, 2019

‘A Run with a View’: Andrew Buikema on this Summer’s Seaway Run in Muskegon + Going After a Big Goal

For breathtaking Lake Michigan views, lots of spectator support, race distances for everyone, and an energetic finish-line vibe in the […]

April 17, 2019

Eddie Kline on Growing a Race, the Marathon Mind-set, and Eyeing an Ultra

The Holland Haven Marathon, Half Marathon and 8K keeps on growing—last year the September races saw a 60% increase in […]

April 15, 2019

10 Reasons to Sign Up for this Summer’s Ragnar Trail Michigan June 15-16

It’s an all new race and an all-new adventure — the inaugural Ragnar Trail Michigan is this June 15-16 at Hanson Hills Recreation Area […]

April 10, 2019

Trevor Tkach is Tackling His First Half Marathon (You Can, Too!)

He’s run 5Ks with his family, and remembers taking on the Bayshore 10K back in the day when he was […]

April 1, 2019

A Must-Run Scenic Summer Trail Race

Looking for a great, beginner-friendly trail race this summer? The 13th annual Brainy Day Trail Run 10K & 5K on August […]

March 19, 2019

Captain Marvel or The Flash? Inside next month’s BIG Little Hero Race in Traverse City

It’s a milestone year for the Northwestern Michigan College business students, who are behind the BIG Little Hero Race, a family-friendly […]

March 10, 2019

6 Reasons to Run this Spring’s BIG Little Hero Race in Traverse City

It’s a milestone year for the Northwestern Michigan College business students who are behind the BIG Little Hero Race, a family-friendly […]

March 6, 2019

Eva Solomon of Epic Races on this month’s Ann Arbor Marathon + Team RWB Athletes

Coming off three big endurance sport conferences, including the 2019 Running USA Industry Conference held Feb. 10-12 in San Juan, […]

February 27, 2019

The Journey of Becoming a Runner + Gazelle Girl News

When exactly did you take that first step that led you toward becoming a runner? Maybe a friend or family […]

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