Tag Archives: running

The Russian Long Jumper Who’s Turning Heads

Flirting with both a modeling career and Track & Field greatness, Russian long jumping sensation Darya Klishina is quickly becoming a household name around the world. She holds the Russian junior record with 7.03 m and is now competing in the senior league. In her latest European championships in Zürich, Switzerland she finished 3rd. Klishina has already won several titles, ... Read More »

Runner rescued trying to reach Bermuda in bubble

A longtime endurance runner and peace activist trying to reach Bermuda in a homemade floating “Hydro Pod” was rescued by the US Coast Guard off the Florida coast on Saturday after he began suffering from fatigue. Coast Guard air crew picked up Reza Baluchi and the bubble on Saturday morning, Coast Guard spokeswoman Marilyn Fajardo said in a statement. He ... Read More »

The most different running outfits you’ve ever seen

Maggie Vessey is making waves in the running world, not only for her speed but also for her style. She debuted her personalized, eye-popping outfits at track meets throughout the year, transforming the oval into a high-speed runway. What will she do next? We’re not sure. But we’re watching. And if it gets more casual observers tuning in to track meets, ... Read More »