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BMO Vancouver Marathon 2027: Canada’s Premier Destination Marathon Returns May 2

Cherry blossoms. Snow-capped mountains in the distance. The Stanley Park Seawall along the Pacific Ocean. The Lions Gate Bridge soaring overhead. English Bay shimmering…

June 19, 2026 · by Radu

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

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

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

Best November Marathons 2026: Late Fall Racing Options with Open Registration

November is when fall marathon season reaches its finale. The weather is cooler than October—sometimes cold—but the racing atmosphere feels urgent, like a last…

April 28, 2026 · by Radu

The Problem with Tracking Races in Strava (And What to Use Instead)

You’re scrolling through your Strava profile trying to find that half marathon you ran last spring. You remember it was a PR, but which…

April 21, 2026 · by Radu