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Get Marathon-Ready: Latest News, Race Listings, and Training Advice August 15, 2024 |
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Kentucky Derby Festival Marathon |
The GE Appliances Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon & Marathon is a long-standing tradition held every spring in Kentucky. It has become the largest annual day of road racing in the state. As 2025 marks the 52nd annual miniMarathon and 24th annual Marathon, the Festival looks forward to another historic event. |
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Participants will start at Louisville Slugger Field in downtown Louisville and run through numerous neighborhoods, experiencing all aspects of our wonderful city, including a run through the infield of historic Churchill Downs, home of the Kentucky Derby. Then cross the finish line where they will be greeted by family and friends for our post race party! |
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The Santa Clarita Marathon is a gentle rolling marathon along the Santa Clarita Bike Path with a mere 150 feet of elevation gain. Come race this exceedingly fast course and enjoy free street tacos at the post race exp. |
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'Running is bad for your knees' is unfortunately a common refrain amongst non-runners, as it is often completely inaccurate. If one is having knee pain during or after running and there is no pre-existing structural damage, the issue is likely one or more of the following....Read the whole article here!
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Upcoming International Marathons |
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The Rocket City Marathon has been a fixture in North Alabama for over 45 years. Enjoy a scenic, Boston qualifying course that runs through parts of historic Huntsville, through the Space & Rocket Center, through the Botanical Gardens, and finishes inside the Von Braun Center. |
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Chickamauga Battlefield Marathon |
Choose your Battle! Four Scenic Road Races. One Memorable Day! |
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Races from our sponsors and & partners |
10/6/2024 - The Original Las Vegas Marathon (Las Vegas, NV) Experience vintage Las Vegas this year as we honor the Original Las Vegas International Marathon held in 1967. A scenic tour from the M-Resort through the wondrous Mojave Desert while running on the historic LAS VEGAS BOULEVARD. 10/6/2024 - Maine Marathon (Portland, ME) The Maine Marathon is a beautiful out-and-back course with rolling hills and views of the Portland skyline, the Back Cove, Casco Bay, and breathtaking peak fall foliage.
10/20/2024 - Atlantic City Marathon (Atlantic City, NJ) Established in 1958, the Atlantic City Marathon is the third oldest continuing marathon in the United States. The marathon course is noted for being fast and flat, including eight miles of oceanfront Boardwalk running!
11/10/2024 - St. Luke's D&L Race Fest (Easton, PA) Regardless of your race, you’ll enjoy crisp November weather, beautiful late fall sights and a joint-friendly surface, all maintaining the November tradition of the D&L Heritage Half Marathon Run and Walk.
11/10/2024 - Outer Banks Marathon The OBX Towne Bank Marathon is the oldest continuously running road race in the Outer Banks! The marathon course is fast and flat, which makes it the perfect place for your first marathon or even your own personal record!
12/15/2024 - Palm Beaches Marathon (West Palm Beach, FL)
26.2 miles of palm lined, glittering waterfront to historic neighborhoods. The Garden of Life Palm Beaches Marathon course will take you through the lively downtown area, through historic areas and quaint neighborhoods. You will run on shaded city streets, and on palm lined Flagler Drive past the Manatee Lagoon, museums and parks with glittering water views and beautiful architecture. 100% flat. 100% beautiful. |
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FitFoot is a simple, portable exercise device for the lower leg. FitFoot guides users through exercises that can improve flexibility in the foot and ankle while potentially activating the foot and calf pump. Use daily while sitting for activation of muscles in feet and lower leg for better circulation, improved range of motion, muscle tone & strength. |
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Thanks for reading! - Craig & the MarathonGuide team |
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