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American Running Association - ARA

Organization URL(s)

run@americanrunning.org
www.americanrunning.org/  External Link

Other Contact Information

4405 East West Highway
Suite 405
Bethesda, MD 20814

800-776-2732 (Voice - Toll-free)
301-913-9517 (Voice)
301-913-9520 (FAX)

Description

The American Running Association, founded in 1968 as the National Jogging Association, provides information and support programs for people interested in running as a practical way of achieving physical fitness. Its mission is to encourage all people, from youth to adults, to improve their health and fitness by walking and running, and maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle. The association offers its members information, literature, discounts on exercise books, software, and rehab products, and medical advice on exercise-related problems.

Online Resources

Print Resources

The American Running publications include a series of brochures on running and health, reports of activities, and a monthly newsletter.

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Review Date

Tue Jul 28, 2009