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Meia Maratona Internacional de São Paulo 2027: Brazil’s Iconic Half Marathon Returns for 20th Edition

Every January, while runners in the northern hemisphere are dealing with cold and snow, tens of thousands of Brazilians and international visitors gather in…

June 7, 2026 · by Radu

Quebec City Marathon 2026: Running Through North America’s Oldest Walled City

Few marathons offer what Quebec City does: a net-downhill course finishing inside the fortifications of the only walled city in North America north of…

June 3, 2026 · by Radu

Easiest Marathons in the US to Finish: Generous Time Limits and Forgiving Courses

Let’s be honest: no marathon is truly easy. 26.2 miles is 26.2 miles, whether you’re running it in Boston or Honolulu. The distance demands…

May 29, 2026 · by Radu

Singapore Marathon 2026: Complete Guide to Southeast Asia’s Premier Race

Most marathons happen in cool weather for a reason. Cold air, dry conditions, and morning temperatures in the 40s and 50s give runners the…

May 29, 2026 · by Radu

Spartathlon: The 246km Race That Honors Pheidippides

In 490 BC, an Athenian messenger named Pheidippides ran from Athens to Sparta to seek military help against the invading Persians. According to the…

May 24, 2026 · by Radu

How to Build a Race Calendar That Doesn’t Burn You Out

You start the year excited. Spring marathon in April. Half marathon series in May and June. Trail race in July. Fall marathon training begins…

May 19, 2026 · by Radu

JFK 50 Mile: America’s Oldest and Most Iconic Ultra

It started with a presidential challenge. In 1963, John F. Kennedy challenged his military officers to meet a physical fitness standard set by Theodore…

May 19, 2026 · by Radu

How to Never Lose a Race Result Again

Quick test: What was your finish time at your first marathon? For some runners, that answer comes instantly—they remember every detail. For others, there’s…

May 12, 2026 · by Radu

Why You Should Plan Your 2027 Race Calendar This Summer

Most runners plan their race calendars reactively. They sign up for a race a few months out, train for it, run it, then start…

May 12, 2026 · by Radu

How to Organize Your Race History After 10+ Marathons

Reaching 10 marathons is a milestone. You’re no longer a curious first-timer or a runner with “a couple of marathons” under your belt. You’re…

May 8, 2026 · by Radu

Why Your Marathon Spreadsheet is Holding You Back

You’re at a running club social, and someone asks about your marathon PR. You pull out your phone, open Google Sheets, pinch-zoom to find…

May 4, 2026 · by Radu

St. George Marathon 2026: Complete Guide to Utah’s Scenic Downhill Course

The St. George Marathon has earned its reputation as one of the most beautiful and fastest marathons in America. Starting nearly a mile up…

May 4, 2026 · by Radu