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Distance Running 2019 Edition 4 is now available.

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Distance Running 2019 Edition 4

Published October 2019

Cover:
La Ruta de las Iglesias, Ecuador

Race previews

A piece of heaven

Gulf of Saint-Tropez Marathon, France
Sun 15 March 2020

“Bèn-vengu” – welcome to our little corner of paradise on earth…

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Unique in the world

The Carthage Race International Marathon, Tunisia
Sun 23 February 2020

A historical site and an exhilarating race

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Winter green in Morocco

Agadir Green Marathon, Morocco
Sun 22 December 2019

Atlantic surf and beaches are never far away

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A growing appeal

Al Mouj Muscat Marathon, Oman
Fri 17 January 2020

Crystal-clear sea and ideal temperatures

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An impressive setting

Kingston City Marathon | Half Marathon | 10K and 5K, Jamaica
Sun 15 March 2020

Jamaica’s heartbeat is felt throughout the city

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Special atmosphere not to be missed

Mitja Marató Internacional Vila de Santa Pola, Spain
Sun 19 January 2020

Santa Pola on Spain’s south-east coast offers a joyful experience amid must-see attractions

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Spain’s biggest running party

Photo: david aguero
© davidaguerophoto

EDP Rock ’n’ Roll Madrid Maratón & 1/2, Spain
Sun 26 April 2020

Rock ’n’ roll running festival showcases city of Madrid

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In the pink

AU Bank Jaipur Marathon, India
Sun 2 February 2020

Run with the pace of the wind in princely Jaipur

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Experiences you will find nowhere else

Ohme-Hochi 30km Road Race & 10km, Japan
Sun 16 February 2020

Ome’s course has its ups and downs but enthusiastic support and remarkable scenery make up for it

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Opinion

Useful, or just looks the part?

By Dr. Lowell Greib
Reflective blankets have become almost as widely handed out at the finish line as medals – but are they any use?

Running into history

History in the running

Is running a reflection of national conditions or does it offer a platform for changing them? What happened 30 years ago in Europe’s longest-running marathon provides insight.

See the latest news from Košice Peace Marathon

Marathon movers

Carlo Capalbo

Founder of Prague Marathon and RunCzech running league

See the latest news from Volkswagen Prague Marathon

Marathon greats

Ingrid Kristiansen

World record-setter at 5000m, 10000m and the Marathon

Lives remembered

An Olympic peak in British Marathon running

By Hugh Jones
Basil Heatley, 25 December 1933 – 3 August 2019

Also in this issue …

News from AIMS, WMRA and IAU; Race dates; Race contact details.

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Please note that while the calendar and contact details in the magazine were believed correct at the time of publication, runners should confirm directly with the race organisers prior to booking travel arrangements. Check the official online AIMS calendar for updates and changes.