Mark your calendar for three races in Circleville this summer/fall.  The Roundtown Classic 5K/5 Miler July 21st, Dog Days 5K August 4^th and the 31st annual Circleville Classic 5 Miler October 20th.

The 10th annual Roundtown Classic 5K/5 Miler begins at 8 am Saturday July 21st at the Mary Virginia Crites Hannan Park.   Proceeds go to Circleville High School Alumni Association and the Mary Virginia Crites Hannan Park Commemorative Fund. - http://www.roundtownclassic.com

Race directors list your upcoming race(s) free on the RUNOHIO Race Calendar both in the print and on the web.  Forward an entry form of your race(s) to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or mail the Name of Race, Race Date, Distance, Time, and Contact Information phone number/mailing address - to

Join RUNOHIO and Columbus Running Company on August 12th and run through Scioto Audubon Metro Park and along the Scioto River in this fifth annual event in memory of Jeff McGowan.

Run around the Bryn Du Great Field and Mansion in these fun summer evening cross-country runs.  Whether you run the Bryn Du Summer Country events as a serious race, a training run or a fun run – Mark your calendar for these fun filled events held in Granville this summer.

With a few more months of hot weather running many athletes are looking forward to the fall with cooler temperatures. Don't forget to drink plenty of water before and after your runs. This is especially important during the hot and humid days of July and August.

Running is one of the top ways to stay in shape and prevent cardiovascular disease. Unfortunately, it can be impossible to avoid motorists on every run. If motorists frequently interrupt your exercise routine, here are some top ways you can stay visible and ensure that everyone on the road knows where you are. 

Nearly perfect June weather greeted  another outstanding field toeing the starting line in downtown Columbus for the “Oldest Race in Columbus” – the 41st annual HOKA One One Columbus 10K presented by RUNOHIO.  The race again started across the river from the original site of the former Central High School which is now the Center of Science and Industry (COSI), however the course was slightly changed with completion of the Scioto Mile and Scioto Bike Trail.

It takes more than just knowing about running to be a successful coach. It takes a coach who knows how to get his or her athletes, even the young ones, excited; willing to put forth the effort; to want to succeed.