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Sunday 28 May 2023 Dublin: 12°C

# Running

Last year
2022
# great outdoors
Great Outdoors: Close to 30% of the public took up a new outdoor activity since the pandemic
Of those, nearly half have taken on more than one new outdoor activity.
Voices
Áine Kerr: Women deserve to run for exercise without having to face the shadows
After the murder of Ashling Murphy in Tullamore, the businesswoman and broadcaster describes the endless safety routine female runners have to follow.
# Star
The Irish teen with the world at her feet
Rhasidat Adeleke on a memorable year in which she won two gold medals at the European Athletics U20 Championships and moved to Texas.
All time
Voices
Opinion: 'I created a short couch-to-marathon-runner plan - it's not a thing for a reason'
Alan Corcoran, who once ran 35 marathons in 35 days, documents how he came to run his first Dublin City Marathon.
# RIP
21 runners dead after 'disastrous weather' hits ultra-marathon in China
Among the dead in Gansu province were elite Chinese long-distance runners, local media reported.
# Athletics
Disappointment for Ciara Mageean in 1,500m at World Indoor Tour meeting in Germany
Germany’s Katharina Trost came home in first place.
# Your Say
Poll: Should joggers and cyclists have to wear face masks?
The WHO doesn’t think they should, but others disagree.
Voices
Opinion: Memories of my first Dublin City Marathon on the day the 2020 race was meant to happen
Mick Bourke has run several marathons and pays tribute to runners today as the Dublin City Marathon moves online.
Voices
Extract: 'Running makes me feel alive, connected to the moment'
Author of The Cow Book, John Connell shares his experience of one long and glorious run he had through a forest in Longford, in an extract from his new book.
# The Early Years
'From that day on, I knew she was special' - the people and places that made Ciara Mageean
The42 speaks to the coaches who helped shape the career of the star of County Down.
# Raising money
'It's life-giving': Meath man runs 66km charity ultra-marathon within 2km radius of home
Ian Lawton ran the distance to raise money for Ireland’s special care baby units.
# Pushed Back
September date set for postponed Boston Marathon
The Boston event follows London in rescheduling the landmark race until after summer.
# Covid-19
London Marathon postponed until October, three weeks before Dublin
The calendar landmark will be held back for six months.
# record time
Dublin Marathon winner who served doping ban 'slipped through the net'
Morocco’s Othmane El Goumri broke the course record with a time of 2:08:06 yesterday.
# Countdown
Running the Dublin City Marathon this Sunday? Here are some last-minute tips and advice
Personal trainer David Last returns with some tips for the big day.
# Interview
'There was a bit of peer pressure. I would find myself constantly explaining why I wasn’t out'
Carlow’s Molly Scott speaks about having to turn down social invites in college and setting her sights on this weekend’s National Championships.
# Ultramarathon
Incredible third-place finish for Irish Olympian in Comrades Marathon
Donegal woman Caitriona Jennings finished on the podium in South Africa.
# Born to Run
The truth about barefoot running - the key to avoiding injury or a runner's fad?
Whether you’re a casual jogger or into long distance, paying attention to footwear and form could help reduce the risk of injuries.
# winners
Kenyan duo Kipchoge and Kosgei win London Marathon as Mo Farah finishes fifth
Kipchoge won his fourth London Marathon in five years, while Kosgei became the youngest female winner.
# London Marathon
Mayo's 42-year-old runner Sinead Diver finishes seventh at London Marathon and qualifies for Olympics
The Belmullet native will now represent Australia at the 2020 Olympic Games.
# heroic
'I broke my collarbone during a 160km mountain race in Tennessee. No help was coming, it was a matter of survival'
Cork’s Eoin Keith on his distinguished career in ultra running, winning the UK’s ‘most brutal race’ and taking part in the Netflix-famous Barkley Marathons last year.
# Ireland Scott Talent
'I did get a World Championships silver medal, but I left Finland beginning my entire life again'
The Carlow-sprinter will represent Ireland at senior level for the first time today in Glasgow.
# Nine
Analysis: How has Conor Murray been playing in the Six Nations?
The 29-year-old is not quite at his best but the concern around him has been exaggerated.
# Running
Core, mobility and weight training - 4 tips to help your running in 2019
Personal trainer David Last has worked with runners of all ages and abilities.
# Shenzhen
Chinese marathon to use facial recognition after 258 runners caught cheating
Anything to save the legs doing those extra miles…
# shortcuts
Police traffic cameras catch runners cheating in half marathon
Anything to save the legs doing those extra miles…
PHOTOS: Over 20,000 people hit the capital's streets to take part in Dublin Marathon
Asefa Bekele and Mesera Dubiso were the winners in the men’s and women’s races.
# Comeback
'I didn't know what lymphoma was. So I said to him: 'Is it serious?''
Roscommon-man Colin Farrell was diagnosed with cancer when he was 22. Tomorrow he will attempt to run his first ever marathon in Dublin.
# Dublin Marathon
'The city we grew up in, the city we know so well, showcased at its beautiful best'
Ahead of his second Dublin Marathon, Ryan Bailey on a burgeoning lifelong love affair with the event.
# tie your laces
'Don't experiment on race day' - Planning your final preparations for the Dublin Marathon
Race director Jim Aughney joins us to talk through the best prep, what to expect on the day and the best recovery techniques once the race is over.
# Dublin Marathon
The last-minute advice you need for Sunday's Dublin Marathon
David Last has trained clients to achieve their marathon goals for years, and here he outlines his top tips for the days ahead.
# run forest run
Here's how I ran a half-marathon, despite not being arsed running
If I can do it, anyone can.
# 32 MARATHON CHALLENGE
‘You can train for the physical side but you never expect the emotional connection’
Irish ultra-runner Alex O’Shea talks running 32 marathons in 16 days and the impact of Irish Guide Dogs.
# Follow Journeys
'There's something uniquely special about race day in the Park'
Saturday’s Dublin half marathon raised excitement ahead of next month’s main event, writes Ryan Bailey.
# Follow Journeys
Fuelling for a marathon: 'Nailing your preparation is powerful for confidence'
Leinster Rugby and Dublin GAA nutritionist Daniel Davey on what to eat before, during and after 26.2 gruelling miles.
# Follow Journeys
'No matter how much you've trained, you're plagued with self-doubt'
With six weeks to go until the 2018 Dublin Marathon, The42′s Ryan Bailey is preparing to compete in the capital for the second time.
# Results
Top 20 finishes for two Irish athletes in European Championship marathon
The Irish men took sixth place overall, while Lizzie Lee led the charge for the women’s team.
# Running
Gavin Duffy seeking nomination for presidential election
Duffy, best known for being a Dragon’s Den panelist, confirmed the news on Twitter this morning.
# Follow Journeys
The beauty of running races: nerves, adrenaline and the thrill of crossing the line
As Ryan Bailey’s training programme intensifies, last week’s Irish Runner 10 Mile provided an important checkpoint.
# Going south
Injury setback for Gareth Southgate as he dislocates shoulder while running
The FA confirmed the news in a statement today.