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Transform Your Workout With Interval Running by Michelle Sullivan
A few years ago I slipped into a running rut. I had a few 5K and 10K races under my belt, but I wasn’t really interested in training for a half-marathon. I was looking for a way to change up my running routine without losing endurance or increasing distance. That’s...
9 Steps to Avoiding Common Running Injuries
Running is associated with numerous health benefits, including a reduced risk of hypertension, stroke, heart disease and more. Though seen as an enjoyable and effective method of exercising, running can lead to injuries, especially when training for a long-distance...
Grand Hyatt Kauai’s Enrich Program Is In Full Swing
Do more than just run! Grand Hyatt Kauai’s Enrich program provides the opportunity to do something good for the island (and you) too. Like plants and gardens? Help native and endangered plant species to thrive by working at the beautiful National Tropical Botanical...
10 for 10 with JT Service – Interview With Race Founder Jeff Sacchini
1) Can you believe this year will celebrate the 10th Annual Kauai Marathon & Half Marathon? Time flies when you're having fun! It seems like we should be celebrating our 5-year anniversary as we have enjoyed the work that goes in to the event and the...
2018 Roots ‘n Shoots Highlights
Despite the crazy weather, the fourth annual Roots 'n Shoots was held on the lush tropical grounds of Allerton and McBryde Gardens on Saturday, April 14, 2018. The Kauai Marathon & Half Marathon and National Tropical Botanical Garden partnered to host the 5k...
10 for 10 with JT Service – Interview with Kauai Marathon Champion Tyler McCandless
We recently got the opportunity to ask Tyler McCandless 10 questions in honor of our 10th Annual Kauai Marathon & Half Marathon set for September 2, 2018. Tyler is aformer Kauai Full and Half Marathon Champ and most recently the runner-up in the 2017 U.S. Marathon...
10 for 10 with JT Service – This month’s interview is with TKM host Bart Yasso
In honor of the 10th Annual Kauai Marathon and Half Marathon, we’re asking 10 Kauai Marathon Super Stars 10 questions about their experience with the Garden Island event. This will range from the producers, the politicians, the runners, the locals and the legends. For...
The Kauai Marathon & Half Marathon registration rates increase on April 1st
Marathon and Half Marathon participants have a few weeks left to register before rates increase for a final time for the 2018 event on Sunday, September 2, 2018. Rates are as follows: Full Marathon $200.00 through March 31, 2018 $225.00 thereafter $150.00 Kama’aina...
Check out the Grand Hyatt Kauai’s Hydroponic Garden!
In early 2015 Grand Hyatt Kauai Resort & Spa invested over $300,000 to convert one of their tennis courts into a hydroponic garden to grow lettuce for the resort’s restaurants and events. The 4,000 sq. ft. former tennis court, now farm, produced its first crop in...
Iwaki City Sunshine Marathon Adventure by Bree Wee
Current Mood: Moved. Life is so different for me doing a sport I love for no money at all (If you're a new reader of my long winded posts I used to race triathlons, often getting fortunate enough to earn some bling)....