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Inside the latest Distance Running…

Distance Running 2019 Edition 1 is now available.

Competitors at AIMS-affiliated races during the first quarter of 2019 will be able to pick up the magazine free of charge from the race organisers.

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Distance Running 2019 Edition 1

Published January 2019

Cover:
SSQ Quebec City Marathon, Canada. Photo: Mathieu Bélanger

Race previews

Feel nature’s presence

Tokushima Marathon
Sun 17 March 2019

Comfortable course with hometown culture and udon noodles

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Earthly paradise

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Du Motion-Runners’ Days Dubrovnik (Dubrovnik Half Marathon)
Sat 27 April 2019

A “living museum” with the dynamic buzz of a modern city

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Flat course and inclusive camaraderie

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IDBI Federal Life Insurance New Delhi Marathon
Sun 24 February 2019

Many run for good causes in one of India’s most popular races

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Young, scenic, sophisticated

The course is surrounded by green trees, water and misty air

Wuxi Marathon
Sun 24 March 2019

From old historical scenery to the new urban landscape, running in Wuxi is like running from the past to the present

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Attractive running in São Paulo

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Photo: Felipe del Vale
© Felipe del Vale

São Paulo Marathon
Sun 7 April 2019

In one of the world’s most populous cities, a scenic and tranquil run

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Lively port, lively race

The Great Batumi Night Race
Sat 20 April 2019

Rich culture, breathtaking landscapes and a night-time finish

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On ice

North Pole Marathon
Photo: Mark Conlon
© Mark Conlon/North Pole Marathon

North Pole Marathon
Tue 9 April 2019

Is running at the North Pole the world’s coolest marathon?

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Cocoon of peace

Saipan Marathon
Sat 9 March 2019

The Marianas offer runners an opportunity to clear lungs and minds and to feel the sand between their toes

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Fast and friendly

Photo: Przemek Szyszka
© Przemek Szyszka

12th PKO Poznań Half Marathon
Sun 14 April 2019

Poznań is easy to get to and even more welcoming once you’re there

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Marathon movers

To the ends of the Earth

Run a marathon at the North Pole? South Pole too? One on every continent? In the same week? Richard Donovan’s done it all…

Marathon greats

Hannes Kolehmainen

Pioneering Finnish runner paved the way for Paavo Nurmi

Partner highlight

My passion, your pride

By Paul Selby
The story of 1000km told by its founder

Lives remembered

Diane Leather, 7 January 1933 – 5 September 2018

British all-rounder who broke women’s five-minute mile barrier

Book reviews

Running is life; life is running

By Peter McLean

AIMS news

Never underestimate…

AIMS T-shirt competition shows size of potential market

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.