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
How to Import Your Strava Races Automatically (Complete Guide)
You have hundreds of activities in Strava. Maybe thousands. Years of runs, workouts, races—all logged automatically from your GPS watch. That’s the beauty of…
April 28, 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