The only women s-specific resource for runners Media Kit

The only women s-specific resource for runners Media Kit

Mission Statement Women s Running offers an unrivaled platform for brands to reach active women. Through fitness, nutrition and inspirational content, we provide everything women need to live a happy, healthy life through running. Jessie Sebor, Editor-in-Chief

MAY 2016 $4.99 WOMENSRUNNING.COM Women s Running Media Kit CIrculation WR/ Circulation Growth At a Glance Circulation: 45,000 Readership: 135,000(publisher s estimate) Frequency: 10X Verified circulation: CVC audited Distribution at 7,000+ retail outlets including Target, hudson news, Wal-Mart and Barnes & Noble ISSUE 87 WOMEN S RUNNING MAY 2016 12 BEST CITIES FOR RUNNERS! STRONG BODY, Focused Mind HOW MOVING MEDITATION CAN HELP YOU FIND YOUR BLISS SPECIAL: FAST MAMAS Best maternity gear, running strollers, belly bands & more Bobbi Gibb The incredible true story of the woman who broke running s gender barrier + her secrets to staying this fit at 73! Can CrossFit Prevent Injury? PAGE 44 All ads run in print and digital edition. Enhance your digital edition ad with bonus content such as video, audio or slideshows!

Women s Running Media Kit Web WR/ Digital platforms are growing fast Web Sessions: 1.5 MILLION/ MONTH 111% MONTHLY USERS: 865,000/MONTH 85% FACEBOOK FOLLOWERS: 795,000 26% TWITTER FOLLOWERS: 172,000 17% YEAR OVER YEAR GROWTH INSTAGRAM FOLLOWERS: 126,400 450% Moblie Traffic: 72 % NEWSLETTERS: 43,500 *Source: Google Analytics, Social following as of August 2016

Women s Running Media Kit Recent Press Women s Running is slowly but surely becoming our favorite magazine. While we d love to see other magazines hop on board, too, it s refreshing to see one that is truly committed to inclusivity. Huffington Post Consistently featured in major news outlets including

WR/Our Audience 91 % ATTENDED COLLEGE 71 % Married 87 % HAVE TAKEN ACTION (VISITED WEBSITE, RETAILER, ETC.) AS A RESULT OF SEEING AN AD IN THE MAGAZINE 88 % PAY MORE FOR A PRODUCT THAT IS ENVIRONMENTALLY SAVE 91 % PURCHASED RUNNING SHOES IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS WITH AN AVERAGE OF $382 44 % HAVE CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 18 42 AVERAGE AGE 99 % Purchased athletic apparel in the last 12 months with an average of $382 94 % shop for running and fitness products online Women s Running Media Kit Demographics RUN AN AVERAGE OF 4 DAYS A WEEK Participate in at least one of the following events annually: $118,408 AVERAGE HHI 92 % 5K 77 % 81 % 10K HALF MARATHON 94 % try a new snack product or beverage that is a healthier option Women now represent 57 % of running race participants Women s Running believes every person deserves the opportunity to be healthy. We put brands in touch with intelligent consumers who not only possess tremendous purchasing power, but who are enthusiastic in their pursuit of products that support their lifestyle and image. *Source: 2014 Women s Running Readership Study **Source: Running USA 2014 State of the Sport U.S. Road RaceTrends

Women s Running Media Kit Editorial Calendar WR/ editorial calendar Jan/Feb: Challenge Yourself K Best-ever products for runners K 30-day challenges to improve your life K Women s Running Cover Runner Contest May: Mother s Day K Runner moms who inspire K How to run with your kids Ad Close: 10/31/16 Material Close: 11/11/16 On Sale: 12/20/16 Ad Close: 02/21/17 Material Close: 03/07/17 On Sale: 04/11/17 March: The Racing Issue K Sole Mate Awards: the best shoes for spring K Zero to half marathon plan June: Great Escape K Dream destinations for runners K Budget getaways SOLE MATE Ad Close: 12/16/16 Material Close: 01/03/17 On Sale: 02/07/17 Ad Close: 03/28/17 Material Close: 04/07/17 On Sale: 05/16/17 April: Nutrition Special K Fuel Up Awards: best new nutrition products for runners K Boston Marathon special package K Marathon training plan July: The Body Issue K Bosom Buddy/Booty Awards: the best sports bras and bottoms for every size K Does your weight really matter? FUEL UP Ad Close: 01/17/17 Material Close: 02/03/17 On Sale: 03/14/17 BOSOM/ BOOTY Ad Close: 04/25/17 Material Close: 05/09/17 On Sale: 06/13/17 *Editorial plan subject to change. Contact your sales rep for most updated version.

Women s Running Media Kit Editorial Calendar WR/ editorial calendar August: Beginner s Guide K Runner's starter kit K Pacing guide: when to speed up and slow down October: The Future Issue K Tech Awards: best watches, gad gets and trackers K Game Changer: 20 women shaping the world through running K Gifts that give back Ad Close: 05/31/17 Material Close: 06/14/17 On Sale: 07/18/17 TECH Ad Close: 08/08/17 Material Close: 08/18/17 On Sale: 09/26/17 September: Get Outside Issue K Sole Mate Awards: the best running shoes for fall K Trail running special Nov/Dec: Holiday Gift Guide K The best gifts for runners K Guide to winter running SOLE MATE Ad Close: 07/03/17 Material Close: 07/18/17 On Sale: 08/22/17 Ad Close: 09/19/17 Material Close: 10/03/17 On Sale: 11/07/17 *Editorial plan subject to change. Contact your sales rep for most updated version.

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