Dash for Dad South Bay – Last Day to Register Online and Save $5

Today is the last day to register for Dash for Dad – South Bay online using our discount code “VILLAGERRG” to save $5 off any adult registration.  By registering today you will automatically be entered into a drawing to win an iPad3!  Winners will be announced on race day so sign up soon! You can […]

4th of July 5K Volunteers Needed – Redondo Beach

Do you want to help the local running community next month or are you in need of some volunteer hours to submit to your school or organization? Village Runner could use your help as we ramp up for our 19th Annual 4th of July 5K!  We need volunteers for the following dates and times: Location:  […]

Carmelita Jeter, The World’s Fastest Woman

I don’t know about you, but I am pumped up for this years’ Olympics in London!  Here’s an article from the LA Times about local sprinter, Carmelita Jeter, on her path to the Olympics.  She graduated from Bishop Montgomery High School in Torrance and Cal State Dominguez Hills.  My fingers are crossed for you #TeamJet! […]

Celebrate Father’s Day weekend with a run with Dad!

Father’s Day is a little over a week away and we have a fun way for you to celebrate with the family!  We are a sponsor for a new local race called Dash4Dad raising awareness about the fight to end prostate cancer.  There will be a 5K run and 1 mile walk at Dockweiler Beach […]

100 Marathons!!! 2012 San Diego Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Results

Congratulations to Tony Donagrechia from the Village Runner for completing his 100th marathon today at the Rock ‘n’ Roll San Diego Marathon!!!  Your tenacity for running is truly inspiring to us all!   To view race results from this year’s 1/2 and full marathon, please click the official link below. Race Results

Saucony Fun Runs coming soon! Test out a pair and enter to win a free pair!

Looking for a new running shoe or motivation to get active this Spring and Summer?  Please join us and our Village Runner Running Group every Tuesday and Thursday for our free running group!  Make some new friends and explore the South Bay as dozens of local runners gather every week!  As an added bonus, anyone […]

Dash for Dads – South Bay: 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk on Father’s Day Weekend

The Village Runner is proud to be a sponsor for the inaugural Dash 4 Dad – South Bay event taking place Father’s Day weekend at Dockweiler Beach!  Enjoy the day with your family by participating in a fun 5K or 1 mile walk along the beautiful beaches of Southern California!  Register today and you’ll be […]

Exercising while pregnant

Exercising while pregnant – a Must or Bust? Image courtesy of www.fitsugar.com I came across an interesting article online about strangers making negative comments to one expectant mothers while exercising (article link below).  Don’t get me wrong.  When I’ve seen mothers whizzing past me on a run, my mouth does drop open, but the astonishment […]

Is Fit the New Rich?

I came across this funny and slightly insightful article on the good ol’ Daily Mail website –  often an outlet for celebrity gossip and outlandish stories across the globe.  The writer talks about how her friends now talk about staying active by running and participating in endurance sports and brings up some valid points about […]

Moving Comfort Sport Bras – Choosing the right bra for your shape

For active women and juniors, a good sports bra is just as important as a good pair of running shoes.  Making sure to get the proper fit is absolutely key in finding adequate support and comfort.  Unfortunately, the overwhelming majority of women are wearing the wrong size and style for their figure.  With so many […]