Marathon/Running News: 7/5/05 - 7/12/05

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News From: Tuesday, July 12, 2005
	Dubai Marathon
		Non-Marathon/ Other Running
		Dubai Marathon Makes Dh25,000 Donation (Khaleej Times) The Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon donated Dh25,000 to the Standard Chartered charity set up in conjunction with Sight Savers International, "Seeing is Believing."
	Odds And Ends
		Human Interest Story
		Q and A with Allan Beaver, Marathoner (Edmonton Sun) Article with detailed information about runner Allan Beaver, who suffered from a nearly fatal vehicle accident and is now working to run a marathon again.
News From: Monday, July 11, 2005
	Boston Marathon
		Human Interest Story
		On the Long Road to Boston's Marathon (Hampton Roads) Article by Nancy Young who wants to run Boston Marathon before turning 40
	Calgary Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		First Time a Charm - Calgary Marathon (Calgary Sun) Review of Calgary Marathon with comments from first-time-marathon-runner (and this year's winner) Shauna Skinner, as well as other top finishers and participants.
	Colfax Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Colfax Revival is a Marathon (Denver Post) Article including details about the inaugural Colorado Colfax Marathon, which will be held on May 21, 2006.
	Knysna Forest Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Knysna Forest Marathons Add Pace to Vibes at Knysna Oyster Festival (Cape Times) Review article of Knysna Forest Marathon
	Milo Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		New Champions Emerge in National Milo Marathon Elims (INQ 7) Arnold Unabia and Helen Tacling both finished strong to rule the Northern Mindanao eliminations of the 29th National Milo Marathon yesterday at the Pelaez Sports Center.
	Odds And Ends
		Human Interest Story
		A Marathon Learning Experience (The Cincinnati Enquirer) Article about business executive Joe Hale who pledged in 2004 to run marathons for financial contributions for the March of Dimes.
		Training/ Health
		In the Running (MetroWest Daily News) Article about Westborough shoe store PR Running and the importance of good running shoes, particularly for marathon runners.
	SEAFAIR Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Charles, Empey Win Inaugural Bellevue (Seafair) Marathon (The Seattle Times) Article detailing results from this weekend's inaugural Seafair Marathon.
		Off to a Running Start - Bellevue Marathon Participants Praise Race, Pan Hills (King County Journal) Review of inaugural Bellevue Marathon with comments from winners, top finishers, other participants, and organizers.
	Seattle Marathon
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Seafair Marathon Prediction proves Overoptimistic (The Seattle Times) Bellevue's inaugural combined marathon, half-marathon and 5-kilometer run and walk attracted 3,500 entrants, falling short of the 6,000 predicted by Seafair organizers.
	World Track & Field Championships Men's Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Jason Lehmkuhle Added to U.S. Marathon Team for Helsinki World Championships (USATF Long Distance Running Notes) Athlete Jason Lehmkuhle has been added to the marathon team roster for the upcoming IAAF World Championships in Athletics to replace withdrawn runner Scott Larson.
	World Track & Field Championships Women's Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Athletes Finding Qualifying Times Tough (The Journal - icNewcastle) Article about qualifications for, and athletes hoping to participate in the World Athletic Championships
News From: Saturday, July 9, 2005
	SEAFAIR Marathon
		Human Interest Story
		Roads to be Closed for Seafair Races Tomorrow (The Seattle Times) Expect rolling closures tomorrow along many of Bellevue's major roads for competitors in the Seafair marathon.
News From: Friday, July 8, 2005
	Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Broward Unveils Race Along Beach (A1A Marathon) (South Florida Sun-Sentinel) Final plans have been unveiled for Broward County's first marathon, the A1A Marathon, which will be held on November 12, 2005.
	Odds And Ends
		Human Interest Story
		In the Face of Adversity Falls Church Marathon Runner Finds Comfort & Cause Mile after Mile (Falls Church News-Press) Details about runner La Tasha Boone, who runs marathons with Team in Training in memory of a personal loss.
		Training/ Health
		Galloway on Running A Marathon (WFMY News) Former Olympian Jeff Galloway has a simple philosophy about pounding the pavement. Says anyone can finish a marathon by running and walking.
News From: Thursday, July 7, 2005
	Blackpool Marathon
		Human Interest Story
		Marathon Vicar Hot Under Collar (Blackpool Marathon) (The Star (Sheffield Today)) Andy Chislett McDonald of Cudworth ran the Blackpool Marathon, raising £500 for the Rosemere Cancer Foundation.
	Detroit International Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Stepping Up the Pace: Runners Go Step-by-Step to Train for Race (Detroit Free Press) Article featuring local Detroit runners and their training struggles in preparation for the Detroit Free Press/Flagstar Bank Marathon.
	New York City Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		RAMAALA WILL DEFEND NEW YORK TITLE (Race Results Weekly) Hendrick Ramaala, the 2004 ING New York City Marathon champion, will return to defend his title at this year's November 6 race.
	Odds And Ends
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Miles for Miracles Program is Running For a Cause (Boston Herald) Starting this fall, the Miles for Miracles running program will allow runners of all types to run for Children's Hospital Boston at several of the nation's marathons.
		Human Interest Story
		Postie Chris to Be a Marathon Man (Shropshire Star) Chris Davies, postman for Telford, specializes in 3km and 5km runs, but now plans to start running marathons. He was especially inspired when London was announced as host city for the 2012 Olympics.
		Training/ Health
		Marathon Training Tips (CBS2 Chicago) Training tips: article suggests exercises like pilates and yoga to balance the stress of constant running while training.
		Human Interest Story
		Marine Preparing For Marathon Suffers 4 Heart Attacks (NBC San Diego) Lt. Colonel Scott Wood, healthy marathon runner, suffered surprise heart attacks, though in good physical condition.
News From: Wednesday, July 6, 2005
	Detroit International Marathon
		Training/ Health
		Improve Focus -- Sign up Now for Detroit Free Press/Flagstar Bank Marathon (Detroit Free Press) With over 15 weeks until the Detroit Free Press Marathon, Free Press Columnist and runner Doug Kurtis urges runners to register now. Training tips are included.
	Ft. Lauderdale A1A Marathon
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Broward City Plans to Start Own Marathon (The Business Journal - South Florida) Broward City in Florida plans to start its own marathon to join fellow Florida Races, the ING Miami Marathon and the Marathon of the Palm Beaches.
	Las Vegas International Marathon
		Training/ Health
		Las Vegas Marathon Training Course (KLAS TV) Sign-ups for the December 4th Las Vegas Marathon Training Course will be this Saturday, July 9th. Registration information is included.
	Mayor's Marathon
		Human Interest Story
		First Marathon a Rewarding Challenge - Mayor's Midnight Sun Marathon (DelawareOnline - The News Journal) Article detailing sportswriter Martin Frank's first marathon experience at the Mayor's Midnight Sun Marathon.
	Odds And Ends
		Training/ Health
		Running Notebook: Put Best Foot Forward Now (Houston Chronicle) Helpful tips about training and running in the summer in Houston...