Mile News


From Desk Jockey to World Record Holder at 65

October 28, 2015

Sabra Harvey didn’t pick up running until her second half century; she now holds the 1500m World Record in 5:29.85 for the 65-69 age group

By John Kissane, Running Times

At age 51, Sabra Harvey was a graphic designer who spent long days in front of a computer. Work friends got her up and...

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3,500 children run Marine Corps Marathon Kid’s Mile at Pentagon

October 28, 2015

The run is organized to promote physical fitness and morale for the children and the community.

By Sgt. Terry Brady, Defense Media Activity

More than 3,500 children participated in the Marine Corps Marathon Kids Run on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2015, at the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia.

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Researchers testing improved fitness and concentration of St. Ninian’s The Daily Mile pupils

October 27, 2015

St. Ninian's children are raving about how "The Daily Mile" improves health

From BBC News

A primary school in Stirling, Scotland has pioneered a scheme to ensure all its pupils walk or run a Mile every day.

Children at St. Ninian's take the daily exercise on a specially-built circuit...

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Teen Star Mary Cain Feels Renewed by Move Home

October 26, 2015

Junior world champion and U.S. Mile record holder discusses in detail her earlier struggles and new found love of running.

By Chris Lotsbom, Race Results Weekly

Signing autographs and posing for pictures after placing third in the Mayor’s Cup Cross Country meet in Boston on Sunday, Mary Cain...

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