Running

Jerusalem Marathon's full race canceled due to weather conditions

The full marathon, which spans 42.2 kilometers, was scheduled to take place on Friday amid growing excitement and demand for the event.

|ByARIELLA ROITMAN
Thousands of runners take part in the annual marathon in Jerusalem, April 4, 2025.
MATAN IVRI of the University of Wisconsin embodies a relentless drive through his races, fueling Israel’s newest record-breaking running sensation.

The algorithm of speed: How Matan Ivri is rewriting the Israeli record books

Competing in a loaded field at Stanford, Ivri didn’t just win his heat; he obliterated the national 1,500-meter record, stopping the clock at 3:38.15 minutes.

|ByITAY GODER
THE JERUSALEM MARATHON has grown into one of Israel’s largest sporting gatherings and the 2026 edition is once again expected to draw tens of thousands of participants… if it can take place.

Capital gears up for 15th Jerusalem Marathon amid uncertainty

Amid the ongoing war between Israel and Iran and heightened security concerns across the country, Israeli authorities have temporarily restricted public gatherings and large events in many areas.

|BySARA SIOUNI
Athletics - London Marathon - London, Britain - April 27, 2025 General view of runners on Tower Bridge during the London Marathon, April, 2025.

Escort error derails U.S. half marathon leaders

After a police emergency shifted deployments, the lead convoy took race leaders roughly 1,000 meters off the route, resulting in finishes of ninth, 12th, and 13th.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Golden day on track, water for Israeli athletes

Sharon Kantor finished in first place on Sunday in the pre-Olympic competition, winning the gold medal in the simulation that was held at the Olympic sailing site.

JULY 16, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
Picture of sprinter Blessing Afrifah

Marathon runner locks himself in glass box and runs for 15 days for charity

Bulgarian marathon runner Karasa Georgiev began running in the glass box in Sofia to raise funds for people fighting addictions.

MAY 5, 2023ByWALLA!
LOOK AHEAD and you will get where you need to go

A method to ease the nightmare of sexual trauma - opinion

For so many women who have experienced sexual assault, it is a living nightmare, a horrific dream from which they cannot awaken.

APRIL 29, 2023ByRUTH BARZILAI-LUMBROSO , RACHEL REINGEWIRTZ
ARTICIPANTS WEAR shirts that read ‘Stronger together,’ at last year’s Life Run, in Tel Aviv. Running is a therapeutic tool.

Plastic surgeon warns: This type of exercise leads to wrinkles

Fitness and exercise are known to improve our overall health and appearance. Yet, is there a chance that one activity will make us look older?

MARCH 22, 2023ByWALLA!
Running

Over 40,000 people take part in Jerusalem Winner Marathon

The 42.2 kilometer race will see runners dash along a number of important landmarks throughout Jerusalem.

MARCH 17, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Kiprotich Noah Kigen of Kenya is seen winning the Jerusalem Winner Marathon, on March 17, 2023.

Why do many people start running when they reach the age of 40?

Fitness trainer Omer Rosenberg noticed that when people turn 40, they suddenly get a desire to get in shape or start running. Why does this happen?

MARCH 13, 2023ByOMER ROSENBERG/WALLA!
Runners at the Jerusalem Marathon 2022, March 25, 2022.

Tel Aviv Marathon becomes 'run for democracy' protest against judicial reform

Participants in the Tel Aviv race showed their opposition to the government's plans during the run.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Runners at the Tel Aviv Marathon show their opposition to the judicial reforms.

Jerusalem launches 12th marathon

Israeli world champion Blessing Afrifah to take part in March 17 races, as will 2022 winner Valentina Versca.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
JERUSALEM MAYOR Moshe Lion and Israeli 200m world champion Blessing Afrifah pose at yesterday's launch in the capital for the 12th annual Jerusalem Winner Marathon.

Israeli runner looks to break 10K record at Tel Aviv Playtika Marathon

Israeli runner Lonah Chemtai Salpeter will attempt to break the record for the 10K run.

JANUARY 10, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Israeli runner Lonah Chemtai Salpeter

12th Jerusalem Marathon set for March 17

Tens of thousands to participate in six races • Lion: ‘One of most remarkable sports events in Israel’

DECEMBER 26, 2022ByJERUSALEM POST SPORTS STAFF
THE JERUSALEM MARATHON always brings a crowd to the Israeli capital