News - March 2020

Mar 20

Running provides relief from stress, boosts the immune system and, thankfully, is something you can safely enjoy during the COVID-19 outbreak. 

The quote in the headline is borrowed from a New York Times article titled, Jogging Was Made For Social Distancing. The author, Matthew Futterman, painted a different picture of Manhattan than what you’d usually imagine a typical Saturday in the bustling city would look like. On Saturday, March 14th, the streets were largely empty. But the runners – ah the runners! – the ever-faithful mile-loggers were absent from their running groups that train for the now either delayed or canceled spring marathons. But they were still running. So what does that mean for you? more
(from RoadRunner Sports)

Mar 15

As the World Health Organization officially declared the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic, trail races from Madeira Island to Moab to the New York City Half Marathon have been called off (... the Boston Marathon has not yet been canceled, though might potentially be postponed until the fall). As the U.S. reports more cases every day, race directors are canceling and postponing events. It is obvious that things are going to get worse before they get better, and many more trail races will be postponed or canceled in the coming weeks. more (from Trail Runner, Zoë Rom, Mar 12, 2020)

Mar 13

Numerous running events are canceling due to the corona virus outbreak. We're updating the status of local events here (with cancellations and postponements). All local St Patrick's Day runs have been canceled. The Boston Marathon has postponed. Outdoor events with smaller attendances seem to be a go. Check with event organizers for the latest news.

Mar 10

Jerry Henley took the annual photo of Red Dog's Dog Days Group before the Shamrock Shuffle.

Mar 7

A few photos from the 2020 Shamrock Shuffle 5K and 10K in north Lawrence. Results: 5K | 10K

Mar 1

At today's Publix Atlanta Marathon:

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