World – RunSociety – Asia's Leading Online Running Magazine https://www.runsociety.com Asia's leading online running magazine that provides high quality content for runners. Thu, 30 Nov 2023 17:16:29 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.1 https://www.runsociety.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/cropped-RS_Logoicon_512x512-32x32.png World – RunSociety – Asia's Leading Online Running Magazine https://www.runsociety.com 32 32 163182793 The World’s Most Challenging Triathlons in 2024 https://www.runsociety.com/highlight/worlds-most-challenging-triathlons/ Thu, 30 Nov 2023 17:16:28 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=38131 Are you ready to discover the most challenging triathlons the world has to offer in 2024? These events are more than just races; they are ultimate tests of human endurance and resolve. In this comprehensive guide, we dive into the most challenging triathlons, where athletes from around the globe come to test their limits. These [...]

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]]> 38131 RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town: The Newest Gem Among the 9 Prestigious World Trail Majors https://www.runsociety.com/news/rmb-ultra-trail-cape-town/ Fri, 17 Nov 2023 07:16:50 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=38066 The RMB Ultra-trail Cape Town has recently marked a significant milestone in its journey by joining the prestigious World Trail Majors. This inclusion not only elevates the event’s status but also highlights Cape Town as a prime destination for large-scale sporting events. Alongside renowned races like the Hong Kong 100 Ultramarathon and the Black Canyon [...]

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]]> 38066 Forget About Bitcoin: You Want Runcoins in Your Life—and Now! https://www.runsociety.com/opinions/forget-about-bitcoin-you-want-runcoins-in-your-life-and-now/ Tue, 26 Dec 2017 05:51:05 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=24692 How much progress have you made trying to understand the ins and outs of the ultra-hot cryptocurrency movement? Yup. That’s the official name of virtual money exchange, but you likely know it simply as Bitcoin. Sensationalism surrounding the concept has made newspaper headlines since the invention of the Bitcoin. Even the “inventor” of the currency, [...]

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]]> 24692 Put 7 Wonders of the World Marathons on Your 2018 Wish List https://www.runsociety.com/inspiration/7-wonders-of-the-world-marathons-on-your-2018-wish-list/ Tue, 14 Nov 2017 16:01:19 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=22566 Can you recall your geography and history class days and your teachers’ insistence that you study (and perhaps memorise) the 7 Wonders of the World? Don’t worry if you can’t remember each of them, because we came up with a new list in 2007, so if you’re looking for a grand marathon plan for the [...]

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]]> 22566 6 Extreme Running Races You Won’t Want to Tell Mum About! https://www.runsociety.com/highlight/6-extreme-running-races-you-wont-want-to-tell-mum-about/ Sun, 07 Aug 2016 13:00:40 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=14212 How extreme is too extreme? That’s a question every runner must ask himself or herself when confronted with opportunities to take part in an event that’s as far from a trail run as Singapore is from the other side of the world! We live in an era that encourages everyone to be the best they [...]

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]]> 14212 Top Ten Dangerous Places to Visit Right Now https://www.runsociety.com/inspiration/top-ten-dangerous-places-to-visit-right-now/ Sat, 06 Aug 2016 11:39:51 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=16064 All over the globe are hidden gems, both natural and man-made, which can tempt the daredevil in each of us. Whether you’re a couch potato who prefers “travelling” by surfing the internet or a seasoned adventurer seeking out your 500th cliff walk, these super-precarious locations will inspire you to call your travel agent and book [...]

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]]> 16064 5 Beautiful Destination Marathons You’ve Probably Never Heard Of https://www.runsociety.com/highlight/5-beautiful-destination-marathons-youve-probably-never-heard-of/ Sat, 16 Jan 2016 12:25:55 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=12856 Getting bored with your regular daily running track? Maybe even the annual marathon event in your town is growing tedious for you as a runner?

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]]> 12856 8 Upcoming Cartoon Novelty Races in 2015/2016 https://www.runsociety.com/inspiration/8-upcoming-cartoon-novelty-races-in-20152016/ Sat, 27 Jun 2015 08:10:19 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=10808 Our favorite and cherished cartoon characters keep us young at heart and bring back delightful childhood memories. Even the most dedicated runners enjoy the frivolity and silliness surrounding cartoon novelty runs. Many of these events are held over a weekend filled with exciting activities and visits by favorite characters. Special races and events are planned for children, making these marathons a true family vacation.

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]]> 10808 10 Ecotourism Friendly Races and Marathons in the World https://www.runsociety.com/highlight/10-ecotourism-friendly-races-and-marathons-in-the-world/ Wed, 24 Jun 2015 02:00:24 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=10046 As the world is becoming more ecologically aware, running event coordinators have focused on designing events that promote ecotourism. Ecotourism is generally regarded as travel to undisturbed natural areas. Ecotourism has become trendy, as it fosters ecological conservation and encourages travellers to respect unique cultures and preserve natural surroundings.

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]]> 10046 10 of the Most Difficult and Challenging Ultramarathons in the World https://www.runsociety.com/highlight/10-of-the-most-difficult-and-challenging-ultramarathons-in-the-world/ Fri, 22 May 2015 01:00:14 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=9585 An ultramarathon is an organised running event involving distances significantly longer than traditional 42km road-surface marathons. Ultramarathons include two types of events. In a specified time race, each runner tries to cover the most distance within a set time limit. The second type requires runners to complete the entire distance in the least amount of time. Many ultra-marathons include varying distances, depending largely on running terrain and weather conditions.

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]]> 9585 Wings for Life World Run: The Only Run Where the Finish Line Catches You https://www.runsociety.com/news/wings-for-life-world-run-the-only-run-where-the-finish-line-catches-you/ Sun, 12 Apr 2015 17:00:28 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=9954 With 35 simultaneous starts and no finish line, the world will run in an incredible world-wide race on Sunday, 3 May 2015. In races across six continents, runners will attempt to stay ahead of pursuing ‘catcher cars’ driven to chase and overpass them.

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]]> 9954 Terry Majamäki: His Volunteering Efforts are as Admirable as the World-Class Races He Organises! https://www.runsociety.com/interviews/terry-majamaki-his-volunteering-efforts-are-as-admirable-as-the-world-class-races-he-organises/ Mon, 30 Mar 2015 00:00:53 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=9511 Ever heard the term "Renaissance men"—dudes who do it all yet manage their lives effortlessly and creatively? We've found one: Terry Majamäki. This event planning and race industry guru sits at the head of an empire that takes him around the world promoting running. His business brand, New Global Adventures, LLC, brings him into contact with marathoners, race planners and the minions required to stage international events. He's an unapologetic cheerleader when it comes to volunteerism and his cat Jager has his own website. But if you ask Majamäki what grounds him, he’ll point to wife Jenny and his passion for running!

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]]> 9511 Yamuna Zake: Her Logical Methods Can Change the Way A Runner Nurtures His/Her Body https://www.runsociety.com/interviews/yamuna-zake-her-logical-methods-can-change-the-way-a-runner-nurture-hisher-body/ Sun, 22 Mar 2015 02:00:55 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=9138 Anyone who thinks that fitness gurus are limited to youthful practitioners has not availed themselves to the wisdom of Yamuna Zake, one of the most visionary master teachers and healers on earth. She's the embodiment of grace, intelligence and knowledge—particularly when it comes to understanding how the human body works. Yamuna's philosophies are at the epicenter of an impressive brand. Her intuitive thinking and practices revolutionized the way her students understood their bodies after mastering her practices that are sweeping the globe. Yamuna calls her method "body sustainability". Around 2,000 holistic practitioners and 450 certified instructors call her methods ingenious, practical and life-sustaining. You might feel the same way after you learn about this woman and her life-long journey.

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]]> 9138 The Leading Standard Chartered Marathons Around the World https://www.runsociety.com/highlight/the-leading-standard-chartered-marathons-around-the-world/ Wed, 18 Mar 2015 05:00:49 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=9226 Standard Chartered marathons give people from around the world the chance to compete in events that test their endurance and will power. Participating in such a marathon takes a great deal of dedication and training. For this reason, these events sponsored by Standard Chartered are helpful for promoting a healthier lifestyle, and motivate people to strive to achieve more in their lives. The following are some of the most popular Standard Chartered marathons held around the world.

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]]> 9226 Swift Women: Women-Only Running Events Around The World https://www.runsociety.com/highlight/swift-women-women-only-running-events-around-the-world/ Sat, 15 Nov 2014 00:00:52 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=7595 According to Running USA, women account for 8.6 finishers of races throughout the United States. Similar trends are apparent throughout the world, with women playing a growing role in the running world. Male-only running events are nearly nonexistent, with men historically dominating the sport. By contrast, a recent explosion of interest in running among women has triggered growth in women’s-only events. For an empowering, enjoyable race, check out some of the events near you.

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]]> 7595 The 3rd Patagonian International Marathon: Running Alongside Glaciers https://www.runsociety.com/news/the-3rd-patagonian-international-marathon-running-alongside-glaciers/ Thu, 06 Mar 2014 09:25:47 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=5008 The 3rd Patagonian International Marathon places on the 27th of September 2014 in the unpaved roads of Torres del Paine National Park, a designated World Biosphere Reserve since 1978 in Chilean Patagonia featuring race distances from the ultra-marathon (63 km), marathon (42 km), half marathon (21 km) and 10km.

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]]> 5008 The Ups and Downs in the Running Scene of 2013 https://www.runsociety.com/highlight/the-ups-and-downs-in-the-running-scene-of-2013/ Tue, 21 Jan 2014 09:17:13 +0000 https://www.runsociety.com/?p=4439 2013 has seen lots of ups and downs in the running scene. Here are some of the biggest events that made an impact in the running world.

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