Many local Kenyan sponsors in areas where Kenyan athletes train, including banks, telecommunications companies, and other private enterprises, actively support the rapidly growing number of road races held throughout the country. These Kenyan sponsors contribute by providing financial backing, organising logistics, and promoting the events, which have led to an increase in both the number…
There are so many ways athletes try to figure out if they’re finally in good form to run well, and honestly, some of them make fortune-telling look scientific. For example, I like to hold my wrist with my other hand during training—no, I’m not checking my pulse, I’m just pretending to know what I’m doing….
Let’s be honest—if marriage and marathon running were Olympic sports, I’d have at least a participation ribbon in both by now. I’ve been pounding the pavement for over a decade, and somehow, I’ve managed to stay married almost as long. That makes me uniquely qualified to compare the two. (At the very least, my legs…
Long distance running online coaching comes with responsibilities With my long distance running online coaching, my responsibilities are not as obvious as they appear. I am entrusted with someone’s running goals, and I would never want to let anyone down who trusts me. That is why I prefer a slow, sure way to success rather…
My first marathon experience was in 2013 at the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon. I love reliving the moment. Just before the marathon At 7 am, with 10 minutes to go, the 42km wheelchair race began, while we (the 42km runners) were asked to approach the start line slowly. The event was being aired live in…
On a typical track intervals day, a visit to one of the busy tracks in Eldoret (the home of champions), Kapsabet, or Iten is enough to show the level of competition and the depth of the country’s athletic talent. Runners flood track facilities in Eldoret all year round All year round, runners of all fitness…
This is a press release regarding the 2026 Dubai Marathon Minor Route Adjustments Made For Silver Jubilee Event Dubai, (UAE): The 2026 Dubai Marathon will celebrate its 25th anniversary on February 1 with a fast and flat route that will see runners enjoy a grandstand finish within the grounds of the Dubai Police Academy. Held…
Rainy weather in Eldoret affects runners’ training Due to the rainy conditions, there had not been a suitable all-weather track facility for these athletes to train on in Eldoret over the previous weeks. This was in April 2013. Kenyan athletes were preparing for the World Championships that were to happen in Moscow from the 10th…
Press release by Icarus Sports FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, 12th of January 2026 Online Documentary: Powerade Monterrey Marathon 2025 The Powerade Monterrey Marathon 2025 documentary captures the heartbeat of Mexico’s premier running event, as Monterrey once again takes center stage on the international marathon map. With more than 8,000 runners, elite athletes, committed volunteers, and passionate fans, the film…
Over time, I have come to learn that when you love anything—especially something as rewarding as running—it will definitely love you back in ways you might never expect. The sense of fulfillment, belonging, and personal growth that comes from dedicating yourself to a passion is truly immeasurable. In running, this love is reciprocated not just…
While running the Hudson River Marathon in 2023, one runner made a break within the first two kilometres of the race, opening up a sizeable gap of about two hundred meters. I was in a huge chasing pack of almost ten runners, and feeling good. As the course led into a lightly forested area, it…
Selecting thoughtful gifts for runners in your life can be both exhilarating and deeply fulfilling. People often hold that the most cherished gifts come straight from the heart, highlighting the significance of personal connections over mere material possessions. As the joyous Christmas holiday season is upon us, this is the right time to demonstrate one’s…
