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Running is green, right?Running is green, right?
Or is it?

Going Fourth at the Olympic Trials: The Worst Place to BeGoing Fourth at the Olympic Trials: The Worst Place to Be
The Olympic Trials are cruel their democracy: you either make or you don’t, no subjectivity involved.

A Chance Encounter With a Famous Face in the CrowdA Chance Encounter With a Famous Face in the Crowd
U.S. olympians are being named left and right as we get closer to the big games in Beijing. Many of these athletes aren't household names, but come August they could be on the next Wheaties box. Is one standing beside you?

Enjoy the Best of Maine—the Peak Performance Maine Marathon and Half-MarathonEnjoy the Best of Maine—the Peak Performance Maine Marathon and Half-Marathon
Running in beautiful Portland, Maine on October 5, 2008—you will want to be part of this one.
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The 9th Annual Rhody 5K--USATF-New England Championship and Family Fun EventThe 9th Annual Rhody 5K--USATF-New England Championship and Family Fun Event
This unique event, June 1, 2008, in Lincoln, Rhode Island, has separate races for women and men, along with a kids’ K. Yes, it’s a competitive Championship race, but also loads of fun; check out the post race BBQ.
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The Great Marathon Boom of 100 Years AgoThe Great Marathon Boom of 100 Years Ago
With just about every major city in the United States hosting a marathon, this era could be classified as the second great marathon boom. Did you know the first one took place 100 years ago?

The Need for Speed Relay Against Domestic Violence—New York’s Original, and Another Seven Relays Around the NationThe Need for Speed Relay Against Domestic Violence—New York’s Original, and Another Seven Relays Around the Nation
Enjoy the terrific experience and camaraderie of a distance relay while making a real difference in the lives of children impacted by domestic violence. Thanks to the Avon Foundation, this tremendously important issue now has legs—your legs.

Boston Marathon Photo AlbumBoston Marathon Photo Album
Cool Running staff photographers Jim Rhoades, Ted Tyler, Richie Blake and Frank Georges caught much of the action along the Boston Marathon course on Monday. Check out their photo album.
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Talent, Guts, and Perseverance on Display at the Women’s Olympic Marathon TrialsTalent, Guts, and Perseverance on Display at the Women’s Olympic Marathon Trials
When asked at a press conference during the week leading up to the Women’s Olympic Trials Marathon in Boston about her strategic plan for the race, contender Blake Russell commented that her coach advised her “not to try to win (the race) in the first mile.”
Also: Olympic Trials Ted Tyler Photo Album
Also: Olympic Trials Richie Blake Photo Album

Q&A With Spirit of the Marathon Director Jon DunhamQ&A With Spirit of the Marathon Director Jon Dunham
There have been many attempts through the years to capture the essence and meaning of the marathon, through books, articles, and motivational speeches. Now a young filmmaker, Jon Dunham, has brought his version to the big screen, with the feature-length documentary Spirit of the Marathon.

Boston to Beijing: The 2008 Women's Olympic Marathon TrialsBoston to Beijing: The 2008 Women's Olympic Marathon Trials
Don Allison previews the upcoming Women's Olympic Trials Marathon scheduled to be run on Marathon Weekend in Boston.

Active Trainer Updates AnnouncedActive Trainer Updates Announced
Cool Running has announced the release of an updated version of the Active Trainer. This release contains the top five requested feature enhancements by Cool Running users. These enhancements include:
Also: Getting Started with Active Trainer

Diagnosis D_N_F.Diagnosis D_N_F.
What is the script for pulling up at the 15 mile mark of a marathon when you’re 3+ minutes ahead of pace?

Take a personal challenge this summer and run to the big New Hampshire sky at Pack Monadnock 10 miler.Take a personal challenge this summer and run to the big New Hampshire sky at Pack Monadnock 10 miler.
I ran my first Pack Monadnock 10 miler last year and if you’re looking for something new – something with challenge and adventure. Something with “great running story” potential… this is it my friends.
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The Great Urban Race – Coming to a City Near You!The Great Urban Race – Coming to a City Near You!
It’s new, and very different; it could be the most fun you have ever had while racing. And you will get to know terrific cities and see places you always wanted to see—an alternative type of competition and touring.
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