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2017 Women’s Only Running Races & Events in the U.S. & Canada

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Challenge yourself in 2017 by running in one or more women’s-only road and trail running races across the United States and Canada. Make it a girls-only weekend with your gal pals or partner up with your mom, daughter, aunt or niece. Many events are walker-friendly, too. Each event focuses on fun, friendship, and support. The races are listed by state and province in … [Read more...] about 2017 Women’s Only Running Races & Events in the U.S. & Canada

Updated: 2016 Women’s Only Bike Rides in the U.S.

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How lucky can we be, Divas? I found three more bike rides today while updating my popular 2016 Women's Only Bike Rides blog post. With confirmation of event dates, we now have more than 25 events to choose from! Sadly, one bike ride has been cancelled and I'm waiting for a response about the status of another ride. I'll keep you posted. (Note: No word as of May 11). After … [Read more...] about Updated: 2016 Women’s Only Bike Rides in the U.S.

Popular Women’s Only Triathlons Either Discontinued or No Set Dates for 2016

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I'm happy to report several popular women's only triathlons that were on an earlier version of this post will return in 2016 including Triathamom in Utah and Montana Women's Triathlon. They've been placed on my 2016 Women's Only Triathlons & Duathlons in the U.S. & Canada post. If you know of any updates and corrections, please drop me a line with complete … [Read more...] about Popular Women’s Only Triathlons Either Discontinued or No Set Dates for 2016

2016 Women’s Only Triathlons & Duathlons in U.S. & Canada

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Below is a comprehensive list (by month then date) of women's-only outdoor triathlons of varying distances slated for 2016. Bookmark this triathlon listing page because it will be updated as information is received or discovered. Let me know of any additions, changes or corrections, too! Updated May 21, 2016 April Power of a Woman Pool Triathlon, East Meadow, New York … [Read more...] about 2016 Women’s Only Triathlons & Duathlons in U.S. & Canada

2016 Women’s Only Running Races in U.S. & Canada

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Participating in women-only road and trail running races provide a less stressful experience for beginner walkers and runners, women who are self-conscious about their ability or body, or women who may be nervous about entering a so-called "real" race. These events focus on fun, friendship, and support. Below is a listing of numerous women-only road running races (and a … [Read more...] about 2016 Women’s Only Running Races in U.S. & Canada