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Human Running Speeds of 35 to 40 Mph May Be Biologically Possible

Newly published evidence identifies the critical variable imposing the biological limit to running speed, and offers an enticing view of how the biological limits might be pushed back beyond the nearly 28 miles per hour speeds achieved by Bolt to speeds of perhaps 35 or even 40 miles per hour.
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Keflezighi Was First U.S. Winner of New York Marathon Since 1982

Meb Keflezighi became the first American man to win the New York Marathon since 1982, while Derartu Tulu of Ethiopia won the women’s race. Keflezighi crossed the finish line in Central Park in a time of 2 hours, 9 minutes, 15 seconds for his first major marathon title.
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Wanjiru Runs Course Record 2:05:41 at Chicago Marathon
Liliya Shobukhova of Russia wins the women's race in 2:25:55

On a chilly but clear morning of near perfect running weather, reigning Olympic gold medalist Sammy Wanjiru broke the course record -- and set the fastest men's time ever on U.S. soil -- to take home first place in the 2009 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, crossing the finish line with a time of 2:05:41.
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Kona Marathon and Family Fun Runs
June 24, 2012

The Kona Coast is well known as the ultimate vacation destination in Hawaii. The Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K courses run along scenic Alii Drive on the shoreline of the Kona Coast offering beautiful views of the ocean and lush Hawaiian rain forests. The Marathon course extends into the unique black lava landscape of the Big Island of Hawaii. Truly, a run you will never forget. Experience the true spirit of Aloha in Hawaii at this smaller friendly event.
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Survivor Mud Run
June 2, 2012

Test your ability to run, climb, jump, crawl, & muscle your way through the most extreme 5k Mud Run Created! As a Survivor you will have to conquer whatever obstacles get in your way and test your all around toughness, strength, stamina, fitness, and mental determination. Upon your victory you will have earned your place in the Survivor world. Then you can celebrate with friends, food, music, beer*, and a muddy fist in the air!
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Ironman 70.3 Florida
May 20, 2012

The Florida Half-Ironman at Walt Disney Resort will offer a unique, ‘family-festival’ atmosphere for the whole family (redundant). At stake will be 30 qualifying spots to the Ironman Triathlon World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, as well as qualifying spots to Ironman North America full-distanced Ironman events.
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The Western States 100
June 23, 2012

The Western States Endurance Run is one of the oldest ultra trail events in the world and certainly one of the most challenging.
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