# 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.

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Sep 28th 2022, 4:11 PM

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.

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Jan 14th 2022, 5:19 PM

# 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.

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Jan 3rd 2022, 10:00 AM

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.

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Oct 20th 2021, 7:00 PM

# 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.

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May 23rd 2021, 12:00 PM

# Athletics

Disappointment for Ciara Mageean in 1,500m at World Indoor Tour meeting in Germany

Germany’s Katharina Trost came home in first place.

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Jan 29th 2021, 9:10 PM

# Your Say

Poll: Should joggers and cyclists have to wear face masks?

The WHO doesn’t think they should, but others disagree.

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Jan 27th 2021, 8:54 AM

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.

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Oct 25th 2020, 7:30 AM

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.

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Oct 10th 2020, 6:00 PM

# 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.

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Aug 22nd 2020, 10:00 AM

# 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.

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Apr 23rd 2020, 6:00 AM

# Pushed Back

September date set for postponed Boston Marathon

The Boston event follows London in rescheduling the landmark race until after summer.

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Mar 14th 2020, 5:23 PM

# Covid-19

London Marathon postponed until October, three weeks before Dublin

The calendar landmark will be held back for six months.

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Mar 13th 2020, 5:29 PM

# 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.

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Oct 28th 2019, 2:08 PM

# 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.

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Oct 24th 2019, 12:08 PM

# 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.

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Jul 24th 2019, 12:00 PM

# Ultramarathon

Incredible third-place finish for Irish Olympian in Comrades Marathon

Donegal woman Caitriona Jennings finished on the podium in South Africa.

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Jun 9th 2019, 7:14 PM

# 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.

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May 6th 2019, 10:00 AM

# 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.

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Apr 28th 2019, 12:52 PM

# 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.

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Apr 28th 2019, 12:19 PM

# 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.

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Apr 7th 2019, 8:00 AM

# 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.

19.7k

Mar 2nd 2019, 7:00 AM

# 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.

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Feb 26th 2019, 8:57 PM

# 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.

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Feb 4th 2019, 2:53 PM

# Shenzhen

Chinese marathon to use facial recognition after 258 runners caught cheating

Anything to save the legs doing those extra miles…

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Nov 30th 2018, 7:58 AM

# shortcuts

Police traffic cameras catch runners cheating in half marathon

Anything to save the legs doing those extra miles…

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Nov 29th 2018, 6:41 PM

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.

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Oct 28th 2018, 7:11 PM

# 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.

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Oct 27th 2018, 10:00 AM

# 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.

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Oct 27th 2018, 8:30 AM

# 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.

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Oct 24th 2018, 8:00 PM

# 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.

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Oct 24th 2018, 6:15 AM

# run forest run

Here's how I ran a half-marathon, despite not being arsed running

If I can do it, anyone can.

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Oct 6th 2018, 8:00 AM

# 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.

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Sep 29th 2018, 7:15 AM

# 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.

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Sep 23rd 2018, 8:00 PM

# 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.

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Sep 21st 2018, 11:50 AM

# 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.

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Sep 17th 2018, 7:30 AM

# 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.

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Aug 12th 2018, 12:06 PM

# 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.

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Jul 29th 2018, 9:14 AM

# 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.

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Jul 23rd 2018, 6:30 AM

# Going south

Injury setback for Gareth Southgate as he dislocates shoulder while running

The FA confirmed the news in a statement today.

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Jun 20th 2018, 7:40 PM