Mile News


Records fall at Pilot Butte Challenge

September 28, 2015

The 1-Mile run (run-walk for many) to the top of the Bend landmark certainly lives up to its name

By Victoria Jacobsen, The Bulletin

Here’s the thing about the Pilot Butte Challenge: Yes, the race to the top of the Bend landmark is dispiritingly steep and occasionally vertigo-inducing. And...

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600 Kids Run The Distance in Lynchburg’s Amazing Mile

September 27, 2015

"Running is such an empowering thing. To see a little girl set her mind, go for it, achieve that and cross the finish line it's like the happy juice. It's like everybody feels happy,"

By Kody Leibowitz, WSET

Rain didn't put a damper on The Amazing Mile.

Hundreds of kids showed off their...

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Can a 50-Year-Old Run a 4:20 Mile?

September 25, 2015

Sean Wade ran a 4:02 Mile in 1991. Now he will attempt a 4:20 feat when he hits his milestone birthday in February.

By Marc Bloom, Running Times

Athlete: Sean Wade

Age: 49

Residence: Houston, TX

Career: Coaching

Family: Single, one son

Lifetime PRs:

Mile: 4:02 (1991)

3000-meter...

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Meet Cory McGee FLR 16 Celebrity Guest

September 25, 2015

My advice for any younger athlete is to never hesitate to love what they do... be committed and surround yourself with people who love your passion.

By Todd Grasley, MileSplit

This year we are honored to have former Florida Gator and New Balance professional Cory McGee as our celebrity guest...

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