RIDC Media & Events Round Up July 2025

“More trail races and events are stepping up when it comes to equity and inclusion. The race organizers of the following 10 events have made efforts to prioritize women’s podiums, presence, and needs in their planning and execution.” Check out these 10 Bucket List Worthy Trail Races for Women!

“In collaboration with community philanthropist Scott Filion, Jorgensen and her husband, Patrick Lemieux, have launched the Gwen Jorgensen Scholarship Fund to support economically disadvantaged children and youth entering the sport of triathlon. The Scholarship Fund will open the door to triathlon for kids and youth who might not otherwise have the means to participate. Making the sport more accessible, inclusive, and within reach.” Click here to learn more and apply.

Nike athlete Faith Kipyegon just ran a mile faster than any other woman in history… again!  Faith bested her own world record time in the mile today in Paris, finishing with a landmark time of 4:06.42. Congratulations Faith!

Thinking about hiring a running coach? For many, a coach can offer more than what you need to master the sport of running. Cam Vigliotta shares how hiring a running coach got him much more than a training plan.

“Organized running groups make the sport more accessible to newcomers, shift stereotypes about what a runner looks like (inspiring more runners of color, women, and people who may not have considered themselves athletes to join) and offer their participants the opportunity for genuine connection around a shared purpose.” So, it’s time to stop hating on run clubs just because they’re popular!

More people than ever before are running marathons. CNN reports why more and more people are choosing to participate in the sport.