Marathon/Running News: 8/4/23 - 8/11/23

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Angkor Empire Marathon
	News From: Monday, August 7, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		US' Murphy encourages Americans to discover Cambodia's rich heritage (The Phnom Penh Post) US ambassador W Patrick Murphy, impressed with the 2023 Khmer Empire International Marathon, encourages runners to discover and enjoy the cultural heritage.
		Over 2,000 runners compete in '8th Khmer Empire Marathon' (Khmer Times) Long Nguyen Van won the 2023 Khmer Empire Marathon while Duong Nguyen Thi won the women's race.
	News From: Sunday, August 6, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Int'l marathon held at Cambodia's Angkor Wat (Longview News-Journal) Here is a video of the 2023 Angkor Empire Marathon on August 6 where Long Nguyen Van won in 2:51:13 while Duong Nguyen Thi won the women's race in 3:21:34.
Birch Bay Marathon
	News From: Tuesday, August 8, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Bismarck Marathon route will be changing (KFYR TV) See the new route for the 2023 Bismarck Marathon on September 16.
Chicago Marathon
	News From: Monday, August 7, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Sifan Hassan to race three events at 2023 World Athletics Championships (Canadian Running) The 2023 London Marathon champion Sifan Hassan will be running in 3 events at the 2023 Budapest World Championships, just 42 days before her Chicago Marathon run.
Da Nang International Marathon
	News From: Sunday, August 6, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Vietnamese athletes shine at Manulife Da Nang International Marathon (VietnamPlus) Ethiopian athlete Takele Ebisa won the 2023 Da Nang International Marathon in 2:26:11 while Ethiopias Birehan Marta Tinsae won the women's race in 2:58:26.
	News From: Saturday, August 5, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		Manulife Danang International Marathon 2023 kicks off (VietnamPlus) The 2023 Da Nang International Marathon was successfully held on August 5.
Disney World Marathon
	News From: Monday, August 7, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		First Look: 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend runDisney Medals (WDW News Today) Here is the medal for the 2024 Disney World Marathon.
		runDisney Reveals Medals for 2024 Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend (WDW Magazine) Have a first look at the 2024 Disney World Marathon medal.
Dong-A Seoul International Marathon
	News From: Tuesday, August 8, 2023
		Training/ Health
		Kenyan marathoner collapses and passes away after training run (Pulse Sports) Former Seoul Marathon champion Frankline Chepkwony of Kenya died after his training run on Monday.
Isle of Man Marathon
	News From: Saturday, August 5, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Isle of Man Marathon: Entries close on Tuesday for No Rest for the Wicked run series (Isle of Man Today) Here are some of the local entries for the 2024 Isle of Man Marathon on Sunday, August 13.
London Marathon
	News From: Tuesday, August 8, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		London Marathon: Fox Host Runs Marathon at 19 Weeks Pregnant (popculture) Fox Business' Taylor Riggs talks about her running experience at the 2023 London Marathon while she was 19 weeks pregnant.
Longford Marathon
	News From: Friday, August 11, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		All systems go for Longford Marathon (LongfordLive) The 2023 Longford Marathon will be held on Sunday, August 27.
New York City Marathon
	News From: Friday, August 11, 2023
		Post-Race Review/ Results
		This Is What It's Actually Like Being One of the Last Runners To Cross the Finish Line (Well + Good) Bailey Quinn's last finish at the 2022 New York City Marathon went viral; she talks about her journey.
	News From: Thursday, August 10, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Sharon Lokedi returning for explosive clash at New York Marathon (Canadian Running) Defending TCS New York City Marathon champion Sharon Lokedi will be back to defend her title against Hellen Obiri, Peres Jepchirchir and Brigid Kosgei, among others.
Odds And Ends
	News From: Friday, August 11, 2023
		Training/ Health
		Brooks Running Launches Docuseries Timed to 'Marathon Season' (Muse by Clio) Brooks Running launched a series of documentary videos to capture the marathon running experience.
		Study suggests moderately active people can have a positive influence on their friends (Canadian Running) A study found that moderately active individuals influence sedentary friends to become more active.
		Study finds eating disorders and mental health issues a concern for ultrarunners (Canadian Running) Concerning statistics from a study on ultra runners show that 32-62.5% have eating disorders and have other mental health issues like exercise addiction, depression and sleep problem.
	News From: Thursday, August 10, 2023
		Training/ Health
		The core exercises all runners should be doing (Canadian Running) Runners should add these exercises to their training to improve core strength for faster, longer and injury-free running.
	News From: Wednesday, August 9, 2023
		Training/ Health
		3 signs you may be running too much (Canadian Running) Here are 3 signs that you may be overtraining and need a few days off.
		Human Interest Story
		Brit who once beat Mo Farah jailed for stealing from bed and breakfast (Canadian Running) British Ricky Stevenson, who beat Mo Farah at the Great Edinburgh Cross Country International, was sentenced to prison for stealing.
	News From: Monday, August 7, 2023
		Training/ Health
		Try this short tune-up workout ahead of your next race (Canadian Running) Here is a workout a few days before your race that won't tire you out.
	News From: Friday, August 4, 2023
		Training/ Health
		This 300-pound marathon runner wants everyone to find joy in being active (Fronteras) 300-pound Martinus Evans wrote "Slow AF Run Club" to encourage people to be become active runners even if they have non-traditional body types.
		Non-Marathon/ Other Running
		South Africa's fastest sprinter receives six-year doping ban (Canadian Running) South African 100m record holder, Carina Horn, is ineligible to compete until 2029, after testing positive for a banned substance for the second time.
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Alberta axes 2030 Commonwealth Games bid (Canadian Running) Alberta pulled out its bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games over high costs.
		Training/ Health
		Ketone supplements and endurance: worth the hype? (Canadian Running) Recent research shows that ketone supplements do not boost performance and may even slow down endurance athletes.
Rwenzori Marathon
	News From: Friday, August 11, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori marathon's revamped 42km route to spotlight Kasese's natural charms (NilePost) The new route of the 2023 Rwenzori Marathon will highlight breathtaking landscapes and diverse biodiversity that makes Uganda a tourist destination.
	News From: Tuesday, August 8, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Rwenzori Marathon route restructured to showcase Kasese beauty (New Vision) The 2023 Rwenzori Marathon on September 2 will have a new route.
	News From: Friday, August 4, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		2nd Tusker Lite Mt. Rwenzori Marathon: Transport means from Kampala to Kasese (Kawowo Sports) Here are some key information about the 2023 Mt Rwenzori Marathon on September 2.
Sunshine Coast Marathon
	News From: Thursday, August 10, 2023
		Pre-Race Review/ Lineup
		Internationally acclaimed marathon festival attracts record number of entries (Sunshine Coast News) The 2023 Sunshine Coast Marathon will be held on Sunday, August 13, with a record number of participants.