Update: The Cinderella Story of the Nike Women's Marathon


Updated 01/08/09 2:54 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 12 comments

Update: The Cinderella Story of the Nike Women's Marathon

This just in! Just minutes ago, Nike issued a formal statement announcing that Arien O'Connell is in fact the winner of last weekend's Nike Women's Marathon. Initially, O'Connell was not recognized as the official winner, even though she had the fastest time, because she was not registered as an "elite" runner. I think it is great that Nike has responded to this issue, and it looks like they are Read more

The Sad Cinderella Story of the Nike Women's Marathon


Updated 10/17/10 9:15 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 23 comments

The Sad Cinderella Story of the Nike Women's Marathon

I have always heard that the Nike Women's Marathon is a super empowering experience. Running with a pack of women and receiving a charm necklace designed by Tiffany (pictured below, some finisher is selling it on Craig's List for $175) at the finish line sound great. I even plan on running the half marathon next year. On hearing Arien O'Connell's tale, I feel almost as disappointed as she must Read more