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.

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

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

 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


Runners to race from Jerusalem to Eilat to raise money for at-risk youth

Race begins March 10 at 5 p.m. at Jerusalem's First Station.

Participants in the annual Afikim race from Jerusalem to Eilat

Tel Aviv marathon turns digital due to coronavirus restrictions

Runners from several more countries, such as the UAE, the United States, United Kingdom, Russia, Netherlands, Brazil, and Italy, are now able to participate in the event.

Tel Aviv Marathon 2020

New format announced for Tel Aviv marathon due to coronavirus

Multiple routes and tracking app to be used on February 19 amid pandemic, with motto of ‘All running together separately’

IN A creative nod to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, the Tel Aviv Marathon will take place this month, albeit with a modified format and all participants being registered via a newly unveiled app.

Well-being of poor children deteriorated over pandemic - survey

A decline in the educational, psychological and nutritional status of poor children is shown to be a result of hunger, distress, lack of computers and reduced ability to study.

Afikim CEO Moshe Lefkowitz and co-founder of Run4Afikim Gila Rockman with the participants of the race at a meeting with President Reuven Rivlin, 2019.

Amid COVID-19, virtual treadmill brings Jerusalem to runners worldwide

Runs already filmed include through the city center, Nahlaot, “from Ramat Rachel to Rachel’s Tomb,” around the Old City walls, through the Kidron Valley and around Ein Karem.

RUNNING AROUND the Knesset area

Annual Tel Aviv run to take place digitally

To assist with the individualized-style run this year, a link to an app will be sent out to all runners before the race, which will include instructions and interactive features.

Tel Aviv Marathon 2020

Finding sunshine and a purple flower in the shadow of coronavirus

Running uphill: The power of 'good morning' and a day off

The smell of a bakery...

Jerusalem cancels 2020 marathon

The Jerusalem Marathon hosts approximately 35,000 participants from Israel and abroad and is a world renowned sporting event.

Jerusalem Marathon runners run past the Jerusalem's Old City walls, March 15th, 2019

Biden will soon pick a running mate, here are the front-runners

Biden has vowed to choose a woman as his potential vice president.

Democratic US presidential candidate Joe Biden at a campaign event in Wilmington, Delaware, U.S., July 14, 2020.

Running the morning after coronavirus

Running uphill on my final stretch back home that first Tuesday, my legs started to hurt. It had been a while since I pushed myself so hard. However, I smiled the whole way back.

HUMANS HAVE the unique capability to be resilient even in the face of what seems insurmountable