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Hi runners,

Jessy here with newsletter #636! πŸŽ‰

Happy Monday! ​
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Here's what I have for you today
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  • 😳 Cape Town Marathon's World Marathon Major bid could be in jeopardy after a chaotic weekend and a last-minute cancellation.
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  • Live from Toronto! Watch our live podcast from the TCS Toronto Waterfront Marathon, where we talked with Canadian record holder Natasha Wodak.​
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  • πŸ‡³πŸ‡± Geoffrey Kipchumba takes the crown and course record at the 2025 TCS Amsterdam Marathon.
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  • πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ We all know running form is important, so here are our expert tips for how to fix up your running form and improve your running economy.
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  • πŸ† Nine years after her last win in Toronto, Shure Demise returned to the top of the podium, missing the course record by seconds, making it look effortless.
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  • 🌲 46-year-old Sarah Webster adds over 5 miles to the previous 24-hour world record, winning world gold in France.​
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  • πŸ“‰ With many fall races coming to an end, here's how taking some time off could actually make you faster.​
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  • 🌟 WATCH: The Future of the Marathon: How Tech Will Change Running Forever

Get ready to get faster!

Jessy Carveth
Senior News Editor

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πŸ”΄ Live From Toronto: Natasha Wodak on Finding Joy and Strategy in the Marathon

In today’s Marathon Handbook Podcast, recorded live at the Toronto Waterfront Marathon Expo, Canadian marathon record holder Natasha Wodak joins Michael Doyle, Katelyn Tocci, and Alex Cyr to talk about smart pacing, racing in tough weather, and keeping the joy alive in running. Her stories and tips will inspire anyone chasing their next PRβ€”or just trying to love the long run again.

😳 Cape Town Marathon 2025 Canceled 90 Minutes Before Start

Runners woke up ready to race... and instead got a cancellation alert.

The Cape Town Marathon was scrapped at the last minute, leading to growing questions about its World Major bid.

πŸ‡³πŸ‡± The 2025 Amsterdam Marathon Was Record-Breaking Fast

Kenya’s Geoffrey Kipchumba stormed to victory at the Amsterdam Marathon, setting a new course record and beating a stacked Ethiopian field.

Khalid Choukoud and Anne Luijten claimed Dutch national titles on a fast, crisp day in the capital.

πŸ† Shure Demise Dominates Toronto Marathon for Third Career Win

Shure Demise is back. The Ethiopian star dominated the Toronto Marathon for her third win, nearly breaking the course record.

On home soil, former NCAA star Ben Flanagan impressed with a gritty debut to secure the Canadian title.

πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Here’s What Bad Running Form Looks Like: 9 Signs To Look For

Ever feel like your stride’s off but can’t quite tell why?

From flailing elbows to lazy glutes, here’s how to spot (and fix) the nine biggest signs of bad running form before they slow you down.

🌲 A New 24-Hour World Record in France

Britain’s Sarah Webster just rewrote ultrarunning history in France, covering a jaw-dropping distance over 24 straight hours of running, to shatter the women’s world record by more than five miles.

The 46-year-old also claimed world championship gold, proof that endurance knows no age.

πŸ“‰ The Surprising Benefits of Detraining: Taking A Two-Week Break From Exercise

Think taking two weeks off will ruin your fitness? Think again.

Science shows a short break can boost hormones, build muscle, and refresh your mind, without wrecking endurance.

🌟 WATCH: The Future of the Marathon: How Tech Will Change Running Forever

What will the marathon look like in 2050? In this episode, the Marathon Handbook team explores the future of running with futurist Bill Quinn from TCS.

From AI-assigned corrals to morphing shirts, nanotech wearables, and AR for spectators β€” this is a look into how technology will transform racing, training, and the marathon experience.

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