Yorkshire Marathon in York | Jane Tomlinson
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Are you running in the York marathon? Or, are you a business which wants to reach the thousands of runners and visitors who will be coming to York for the event on Sunday October 20. If you are, then this section of our website is designed with you in mind.
Training ground for city runners
10:03am Wednesday 22nd May 2013
RUNNERS aiming to get themselves in the best possible shape for York's first marathon are being given the chance to join a training group as they prepare to pound the streets.
Personal trainer Babs Shiells gives her tips on running clothing
10:56am Tuesday 14th May 2013
AS runners step up their preparations for the Plusnet Yorkshire Marathon in October, personal trainer Babs Shiells has issued some tips on what to wear to help competitors go the distance.
Running group ready to help with preparation for York marathon
8:11am Tuesday 30th April 2013
A SPORTS instructor from York is preparing to run her first marathon later this year, and has urged any residents in training to join a free running group.
Extra York marathon places snapped up in minutes
11:06am Saturday 27th April 2013
THE final 600 places for York’s marathon have sold out within just two minutes.
Final 600 marathon places go in two minutes
9:51am Friday 26th April 2013
THE final 600 places for York’s marathon have today sold out in two minutes.
Angela’s double racing challenge
8:47am Tuesday 23rd April 2013
A NOVICE long-distance runner from York hopes her preparations for the Yorkshire Marathon will help inspire others who are taking part.
Demand high for marathon extra places
8:19am Tuesday 23rd April 2013
THERE has been high demand from people hoping to snap up the extra places made available for York’s first ever full marathon.
Yorkshire Marathon deadline
8:02am Saturday 20th April 2013
RUNNERS have until midnight on Monday to be in with a chance of securing a place in this year’s Plusnet Yorkshire Marathon.
Teacher inspired by pupil’s cancer fight to run Yorkshire Marathon
8:34am Tuesday 16th April 2013
A RETIRED York teacher is hoping to help fund research into beating male cancers by raising lots of money at the Plusnet Yorkshire Marathon in October.
More York marathon places up for grabs
8:35am Monday 15th April 2013
HUNDREDS of extra places are to be made available in York’s first ever full marathon after race organisers experienced “unprecedented public demand” for the event.
Businesses encouraged to make most of Yorkshire Marathon and drum up trade
7:52am Tuesday 9th April 2013
YORK’S businesses are hoping for an economic boost of £1.5 million thanks to the Yorkshire Marathon.
Plusnet workmates to take part in York marathon
8:30am Tuesday 2nd April 2013
FIFTEEN office workers have shown that charity begins at home by deciding to take part in York’s first-ever marathon.
Former football star launches Yorkshire Marathon corporate challenge
11:46am Friday 29th March 2013
A FORMER England football star has been egging on businesses to sign up for a truly marathon enterprise.
Mayor selects Yorkshire marathon ahead of run down under
8:22am Tuesday 26th March 2013
THE Mayor of Pickering is to join thousands of runners in York’s first marathon – after deciding it trumped Australia.
Marathon effort from Sport Village aims to get runners in prime condition
8:20am Tuesday 26th March 2013
RUNNERS gearing up for the York Marathon will soon be able to join a new club at one of the city’s sporting hubs to help them tackle the gruelling challenge.
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We will be updating this section regularly and adding to the content daily with stories, photos, videos, expert advice on training and nutrition.
We will add information on where to train, clubs to join, where to get a sports massage, advice for complete beginners and tips on how to improve for more experienced runners.
For visitors to the city we will tell you how to make the most of your stay. Where you can spend the night, eat and drink, or where else you might like to visit.
York is a great and beautiful city and its first ever full marathon is bound to attract interest and runners from across the UK and the world.
Marathon blogs
Hydrating for a Marathon
1:01pm Monday 20th May 2013
Hydrating for a Marathon Water is like oxygen we need it to sustain life. Just a 10% decrease in body weight through water loss can be fatal, yet we can lose 40% through, fat, protein and carbohydrate and still survive.
Preparing to start marathon training
1:54pm Saturday 18th May 2013
Now that warmer weather is upon us (oh come on, you remember that sunny day a couple of weeks ago!) many runners, especially in God’s Own County, will be turning their thoughts to training for the first Yorkshire Marathon in October, or other autumn marathons.
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