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CBS News
a day ago
- Business
- CBS News
Runners from across the country to partake in Bank of America 13.1 Half Marathon in Garfield Park
Thousands of runners are gearing up for the fourth annual Bank of America Half 13.1 Marathon on Sunday morning on Chicago's West Side. Those taking part will give it their all as they put feet to pavement in Garfield Park. The marathon draws people from all over the city, state, and country. Last year, some international participants participated. Runners will have a unique experience of the city's West Side neighborhoods. The course weaves through our historic parks and boulevards, starting and finishing in Garfield Park with some scenic loops through Humboldt and Douglass Parks. Organizers say their goal is to support and advance health and wellness on Chicago's west side, with a chance to showcase local businesses on the city's West Side. Map of the Bank of America 13.1 Marathon Runners will head south on Independence to Douglass Park and then back up through Jackson, eventually up Sacramento to Humboldt Park. The race kicks off at 7 a.m. with a Race Day Festival to follow at 8 a.m.
7NEWS
a day ago
- Sport
- 7NEWS
Eva Air Brisbane Marathon: Meet Michael Byrne, 83, who says it's never too old to run
Approximately 14,000 people are competing in this year's Eva Air Brisbane Marathon, from babies in prams all the way through to an octogenarian. Gold Coast resident Michael Byrne, 83, has run more than 40 marathons in six different countries, but it's Brisbane's unique scenic course that's brought him back for five years. 'It's never too late' to start, said Byrne, who picked up running at the age of 50. This year's participants will complete a 42.2km loop from the Botanical Gardens, across the Story Bridge, through New Farm, and then to Kangaroo Point on Sunday. 'Last year alone, more than 10,000 runners from 35 countries participated, and I'm always amazed by the spirit of everyone who comes to cheer them on,' Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner said. The Story Bridge will be open to runners for the first time since Cyclone Alfred, when the pedestrian paths were closed. 'It's a beautiful course and that's why people do these events,' marathon spokesman Jason Crowther said. Beyond the course, it's also about giving back. The marathon is also about giving back. Now in its 33rd year, the sold-out event has so far this year raised over $300,000 for charities. 'We do impact the community with road closures... (so) we make sure that the event is a big supporter of community and charity, just to thank the residents and the businesses (in the area),' he said. Crowther said the event has attracted younger participants too, as some kids will be pushed in prams by their parents in the two-kilometre event. 'There's definitely a resurgence in running at the moment, post COVID we've seen a massive boom. 'There's a massive shift of health and fitness within that younger community now and I think it's great. 'These sorts of events give that younger generation a reason to get outdoors and get active and not just sit behind the screens.' First time entrants will make up about 70 per cent of the participants at the marathon. As Byrne prepared to lace up for the weekend event, he said 'consistency' is key. 'Don't take a month or too off, keep going,' he said. 'Stick to your pace ... don't run off like it's a hundred-yard dash.'
WIRED
2 days ago
- Health
- WIRED
The Nike x Hyperice Hyperboots Will Give You a Heated Foot Massage While You Walk
Everybody loves a good foot massage. As an avid runner with plantar fasciitis, I often need a good foot massage. So when I heard about the Nike x Hyperice collaboration to develop a shoe with compression and heating capabilities built in, I was eager to learn more. The Hyperboots feature the same air compression technology as the beloved-by-runners-everywhere Hyperice Normatec boots ($899). The only downside to the Normatec boots are the fact that you have to chill out and remain horizontal while you wear them (which, maybe isn't exactly a downside, but it still means you can't multitask much during your recovery period). With the Hyperboots, you can enjoy the same squeezing and releasing sensation around your feet and ankles while you go about your life. Thanks to Nike's input, you can wear something that looks more like a sleek, modern sneaker than a recovery device. Retro Appeal Photograph: Kristin Canning Photograph: Kristin Canning The first time I tried on—and turned on—the Hyperboots, I was immediately giddy. There's something very exciting about a shoe with extras built in. It reminded me of Heelys and the popular light-up tennis shoes of my '90s youth. When you turn them on by pressing a power button on the inside of the heel, the shoe automatically inflates to offer a better fit and some mild compression. The compression portion covers the mid-foot at the top and sides, the sides and back of the heel, and the ankle. I got small Hyperboots (they come in small, medium, large, XL, and XXL) and they were too big for my size-8 feet, but turning on the shoe made comfortable enough to walk around in them without my foot slipping around. From there, you have the option to adjust the level of compression and heat, with three settings each, and you can press a play button to start an active air-compression massage. The boots sync settings when you have them both on. The air filling up the ankle wrap and releasing does make a droning noise, almost like an airplane flying overhead—nothing too obnoxious. You can charge them up with the two USB-C cords and wall charger they come with, and the charge lasts for up to an hour and a half. The massage and heat felt wonderful while I did chores around the house. I noticed the plush foam soles and their rocker bottoms, which helped propel me forward with little effort. The forefoot and heel provide grippy traction. The shoes don't offer much in terms of arch support, so I wouldn't recommend walking far in them if you have high, fussy arches like me (without adding some inserts), but they were comfortable enough all the times I wore them. The upper feels extremely durable, and even with the built-in tech, they can handle splashes and rain (though they aren't fully waterproof). I liked the highest compression setting for my feet, but that setting felt like a bit much around my ankles when I was walking. The top of the ankle wrap dug in a bit when I moved, but it wasn't uncomfortable if I was sitting. The massage runs for 20 minutes, and you can just press play again to start over if your dogs need some more TLC. The heat settings go all the way up to 125 degrees Fahrenheit, which was way too hot for me—I found the lowest setting of 111 degrees to be plenty to feel therapeutic. Post Workout Photograph: Kristin Canning After trying the shoes around the house, I was excited to use them after an activity that was harder on my feet. I put them on after a long day snowboarding where I racked up over 13,000 feet of vert, and I was able to drive home through the mountains while my feet warmed up and got a relaxing massage—incredible. The boots flushed out the lactic acid that had built up in my feet and ankles from all the maneuvering they were doing inside my bindings, and I was able to keep the massage going after I got home and while I did laundry and dishes.
Washington Post
3 days ago
- General
- Washington Post
Your next 5K could be on a runway
As runners prepared for the starting signal on a breezy Saturday morning, they went through the normal prerace motions: the warmup jog, the stretches, the knee raises. Then — because this was far from a typical 3.1-mile race — a jet took off over their heads. More than 1,100 runners, walkers and other aviation enthusiasts took part in the JFK Runway Run, a 50-plus-year tradition at John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York that combines pavement pounding with plane spotting on the actual tarmac.
USA Today
3 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Social media reacts to Ella Parker's walk-off home run to fuel Oklahoma win
Social media reacts to Ella Parker's walk-off home run to fuel Oklahoma win Sooner Magic is alive and well in the 2025 Women's College World Series. Down to their final out of the game against one of the best pitchers in college softball, Ella Parker stepped up to the plate with runners on first and third. Karlyn Pickens delivered a first-pitch strike. But the second pitch didn't get by Parker, who drove the offering to straightaway center field for the three-run, walk-off home run. It was another moment for the history books after the Sooners struggled with runners on base throughout the game. Pickens kept the Oklahoma lineup off-balance throughout, aside from Parker's two home runs. Not to be lost in the magical moment was the perseverance of Sam Landry, who continued to battle throughout the game. Tennessee pushed her, but she never gave in, allowing just two earned runs, both of which came in the first inning. The third run came on a fly ball that would have ended the third inning. Also huge? The Sooners get a day off before they have to play the Texas Longhorns on Saturday in the winner's bracket. A loss, and OU would have had to play on Friday in an elimination game. But Sam Landry and Ella Parker wouldn't let the Oklahoma Sooners start the WCWS off on the wrong foot. It was the home run heard around the world on Thursday afternoon, and here's how social media reacted to the win. Ella Parker Magical Moment Hear it from the Voice of the Sooners Another great angle of the moment Unbelievable The Legend Reacts That's the Tweet The Vibes are Immaculate Incredible Game Maybe don't pitch to her? Oklahoma vs. The World The Debate that Rages on Never Count Them Out How do they do it every year? The WCWS runs through OU How do they keep doing it? You can't stop them Softball is not happy right now An incredible moment Sorry, not sorry Inspired by the GOAT Breaking Trends QB1 reacts Contact/Follow us @SoonersWire on X, and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Oklahoma news, notes, and opinions. You can also follow John on X @john9williams.
