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How Northlanders Keep their Runners’ High when Temperatures Get Low

Dressing in layers, and like it's 20 degrees warmer than the actual temperature, is key according to experts.

December 7, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Even though winter has chilled the great outdoors out, Northland runners sure have not, mostly unfazed by the change in temps. “Once you start running outside you realize that it’s something that you can do once you have the right equipment,” said Clint Agar, Manager at the Duluth Running Company. According to Agar, it all comes from staying…

Shoe Store Moves Locations, Still Experiencing Some Pandemic Related Inventory Shortages

November 19, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — Long-time Duluth shoe store Austin Jarrow has moved into a larger location. The owner says inventory shortages are following, due to the nationwide supply chain backlog. After spending 17 years at their previous location in the Stone Ridge Shopping Center along center entrance. Owner Jarrow Wahman says they needed more space to put all of their products….

Duluth Chapter of ‘Girls on the Run’ to Host Inaugural 5k Saturday

The Duluth Chapter Started After Head Coach Heidi Schuchman Moved to the Twin Ports

November 12, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – In this week’s Active Adventures, we meet up with Heidi Schuchman, who is a head coach for the Girls on the Run organization in Duluth. Girls on the Run is a national program mostly for girls in grades 3-8 that promotes active, healthy lifestyles and culminates in a celebratory 5k run which will take place on the…

Tortoise and Hare Footwear Gears Up For Grandma’s Marathon in June

As the buzz around Grandma's is growing, many more are coming in for running shoes and gear.

May 11, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Some local shoe stores are feeling the runner’s high from Grandma’s Marathon weekend approaching next month. Owners of Tortoise and Hare Footwear in Duluth’s Denfeld neighborhood say it’s been a pretty busy spring with many coming in for hiking shoes and boots to get out to places like the Superior Hiking Trail. But as the buzz around Grandma’s…

Grandma’s Kicking off Summer Racing Season with Saint Fennessy 4K

Right now, more than 500 people are already signed up with around 100 of them electing to run the race virtually.

March 10, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Grandma’s is officially kicking off the summer racing season with the Saint Fennessy 4K this Saturday at the Hermantown High School. Right now, more than 500 people are already signed up with around 100 of them electing to run the race virtually. Although the St. Patrick’s Day-themed event will not have the same after party as years…

“Morning At The Races” Event Promotes Active Lifestyle For Kids

January 4, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Saturday, hundreds of kids participated in the free “Saturday Morning at the Races” event. The Saint Scholastica wellness center hosted kids fourteen and under. They ran around the track, joined in face painting and hung out with the C-S-S mascot. It’s all to help promote a healthy lifestyle during the colder months. “It’s kind of a…

Thousands Participate In Annual Gobble Gallop Run

November 28, 2019

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. – Thousands of area runners gathered for the 14th Annual Gobble Gallop. The kids run, Gobble Giddy Up and one miler Tough Turkey races were also part of the day. Some runners even wore creative attire for the thanksgiving day race. “Hence why I’m dressed up as a tree. But also because it’s thanksgiving day and I was…

Area Runners Participate in Charity Adventure Run

September 2, 2019

Reece Lindquist,

CLOQUET, Minn – The third annual Lost Forester Adventure Run took place Monday morning at the Pine Valley Recreational Center in Cloquet. There was also a 5.5k and 11k runs, but the grueling eight mile race expands all over the Pine Valley area. Racers must find orange ribbons, and other landmarks to get to their next destination. All of the…

Running Stores Prepare for Grandma’s Marathon

Duluth Running Company getting store ready for race weekend.

June 17, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s Grandma’s Marathon Race Week, and Duluth running stores are getting ready for over 20,000 runners to take to the streets this weekend. Duluth Running Company is bringing out all their stock to prepare for runners, getting last minute gear not only during the week, but even right before the race. “We’ve had sales like happen day of,”…

Northland Group Training for Grandma’s Marathon

North Park Run Club enjoying outdoors with warm weather

March 19, 2019

Ryan Compeau,

DULUTH, Minn.- Snow in the Northland is melting which means that one local group is preparing for Grandma’s Marathon finally has the opportunity to get onto the pavement and enjoy the fresh air. North Park Run Club Coach Jessica Rossing says “this kind of helps to even it out a bit, to help everyone get back into a grove of…

Superheroes Unite for Duluth Police Foundation

Superhero 5K Run by 120 Participants

October 28, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- 120 Supermen, Wonder Women, and other superheroes came out to race throughout Duluth, to benefit the heroes who fight everyday without capes or superpowers: our law enforcement. Duluth Avengers and Justice League members enjoyed a rewarding drink at their fortress of solitude, the Sports Garden, after defeating the villain known as the 5k Run. Just kidding, more of…

Coffee Conversation: Minnesota Mile to Attract Hundreds this Friday

The Minnesota Mile Sponsored by Grandma's Marathon will Take Over Skyline Parkway Friday, September 7

September 3, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Northlanders are welcome to sign up now as an individual or team member for the 12th annual Minnesota Mile taking place on Friday, September 7. The course will be set along Duluth’s Skyline Parkway. Participants will run a one mile loop while enjoying breathtaking views of Lake Superior, the St. Louis River Bay and the start of…

The Science Behind Running

The special test monitors athletes on a treadmill, tracking the amount of oxygen taken in and how much carbon dioxide is being produced.

June 1, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- The lakewalk has been full of runners and with Grandma’s Marathon just two weeks away let’s take look at the science behind running. For some running is fun but for others it’s an intense sport. “It’s amazing to see the numbers change and their skill development as well,” St. Scholastica’s Head Cross Country Coach Chad Salmela said. To improve training…

Verizon Wireless Devices to Support Training Goals for Athletes

Verizon Wireless Recommends Spring Activity Devices

May 14, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – As Spring fully gets underway people are getting outside to exercise. With Grandma’s Marathon just over a month away, many runners are also taking advantage of this time to get active. This morning, Verizon Wireless Solutions Specialist Rachel Agurkis stopped by FOX 21 to talk through gadgets that can be helpful during this training period. Bose Soundsport…

Working Out with XMT-3 Training Studio

Active Adventures: Why Weight and Resistance Training is Vital for Runners

April 20, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – As the weather begins to warm, more and more people are heading outside to enjoy the nice days. Many are doing their first runs outside, while some are training for Grandma’s Marathon. One local personal trainer believes private training can be a game-changer for those looking to get in shape. Eric Franklin, the owner of XMT-3 Training…

Health Professionals Give Tips to Runners

Active Adventures: Gearing up for Grandma's

April 6, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – There may still be snow on the ground, but it truly is Spring and Grandma’s Marathon is just over two months away. As runners get ready for race weekend, local health professionals are giving advice to the athletes. Essentia Health is teaming up with Grandma’s Marathon for the prerace seminar Gearing up for Grandma’s. It’s taking palce…

Great Outdoors: North Country Trail

The Longest Trail In The Nation Runs Right Through The Northland

October 31, 2017

Brittney Merlot,

NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL, Minn. & Wisc. — The North Country Trail is the longest trail in the Nation! It was created back in 1980 and it passes through 12 National Forests. Did you know that this historic trail winds right through our backyard, Northland? 4,600 miles it spans from Vermont to North Dakota, while passing through both Minnesota and Wisconsin….

UW-Superior Supports Military Veterans through Annual 5K

4th Annual Running for our Heroes 5K Run/Walk

September 26, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – This weekend many Northlanders will be getting in a workout to honor those who have and do protect the United States of America. UW-Superior is once again hosting the Annual Running for our Heroes 5K Run/Walk. It’s taking place Saturday, Sept. 30, at 9 a.m. The event is hosted by UW–Superior’s Veteran and Nontraditional Student Center (VNSC)…

Summer Training with Endurance Kennels

Summer Conditioning with Sprint Sled Dogs Before Snow Starts to Fall

July 19, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – We’re still months away from popular sled dog marathons such as John Beargrease and the Iditarod, but it doesn’t mean time off for the animal athletes. “They’re athletes, they’re extreme athletes,” said Tone Coughlin, Owner of Endurance Kennels. With any sports, many say practice makes perfect. “There’s nothing more that they like to do than run with…

New 5K to Take Place in Duluth Friday

First Annual Chester Park Trail Race

June 29, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new 5K is taking place in Duluth on Friday, June 30. The Chester Park Trail Race, starting at 6:30 p.m., was created to encourage beginners to start trail running. The course is almost entirely off-road, including ski trails, the new Duluth Traverse Chester Rim mountain bike trail, Superior Hiking Trail and Dan Proctor Hiking Trail. Registration…

Running Tips from Austin-Jarrow

Active Adventures: Training Tips

June 16, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Grandma’s Marathon is just one day away and it’s inspiring some folks to get off the couch and try running. For this week’s Active Adventures we visited Austin-Jarrow to get some running tips for beginners. Jarrow Wahman, co-owner of Austin-Jarrow, says the most important piece of equipment is shoes. There are several types of shoes and many…

Full Weekend Planned for 41st Annual Grandma’s Marathon

June 13, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Grandma’s Marathon is just days away and festivities are about to begin. The Essentia Health Fitness Expo begins Thursday, June 15 from 4-8 p.m. and runs Friday, June 16 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. The spaghetti feed on Friday is from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The William A. Irvin 5k is Friday, June 16…

Helping the Homeless with a Jog

Annual Harbor House 5K and 15K

May 18, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – This weekend some folks will be running for the homeless in the 6th Annual Harbor House 5K and 15K. This is all taking place on Saturday, May 20, at 9 a.m. at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior. The 5K/15K will follow the beautiful Osaugie Trail, finishing at the Bong Center. The event, open…

Runners Get Inspiration from Olympic Athlete

Gearing Up for Grandma's

February 27, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Grandma’s Marathon weekend is just a few months away and training season is in full–swing. To help runners along in their training journey, Essentia Health and Grandma’s Marathon are hosting the annual Gearing up for Grandma’s pre–race seminar on Saturday, March 4 with keynote speaker, Jeff Galloway. This is a free event from 10 a.m. to 12…

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Dressing in layers, and like it's 20 degrees warmer than the actual temperature, is key according to experts.

The Duluth Chapter Started After Head Coach Heidi Schuchman Moved to the Twin Ports

As the buzz around Grandma's is growing, many more are coming in for running shoes and gear.

Right now, more than 500 people are already signed up with around 100 of them electing to run the race virtually.

Duluth Running Company getting store ready for race weekend.

North Park Run Club enjoying outdoors with warm weather

Superhero 5K Run by 120 Participants

The Minnesota Mile Sponsored by Grandma's Marathon will Take Over Skyline Parkway Friday, September 7

The special test monitors athletes on a treadmill, tracking the amount of oxygen taken in and how much carbon dioxide is being produced.

Verizon Wireless Recommends Spring Activity Devices

Active Adventures: Why Weight and Resistance Training is Vital for Runners

Active Adventures: Gearing up for Grandma's

The Longest Trail In The Nation Runs Right Through The Northland

4th Annual Running for our Heroes 5K Run/Walk

Summer Conditioning with Sprint Sled Dogs Before Snow Starts to Fall

First Annual Chester Park Trail Race

Active Adventures: Training Tips

Annual Harbor House 5K and 15K

Gearing Up for Grandma's

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