A runner who wants to run in the Boston Marathon has to complete a standard marathon course that is certified by the International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) within 18 months before the marathon.įor the upcoming marathon, the qualifying standard for a male aged 18 to 34 is 3hrs 00min 00sec and below. Why Run It: World’s oldest annual marathonįounded in 1897, the Boston Marathon is known as the oldest annual marathon in the world, attracting 500,000 spectators a year.Īside from being the oldest, it is also one of the toughest to qualify for. When: Patriots’ Day (third Monday of April)

We live right on the route so every May we go out and cheer on the runners before they tackle the final hill before the finish line.

Special honorable mention to my home marathon, The Pittsburgh Marathon. This list is a nice mix of spectacular scenery, lively spectators, and unique destinations. This list isn’t in any particular order, but they’re all full marathons (26.2 miles or 42.195 kilometers) and they all start and/or end in the US. In China, the Great Wall Marathon is another highlight.Famous for their course, history, or the scenery, these are the best marathons in the US that should be on any runner’s to-do list.įor marathon runners, nothing’s better than the feeling of lining up with hundreds or even thousands of other runners, hearing the gun go off, racing through a scenic route, and crossing the finish line with spectators cheering for you.ĭeciding which marathon in the US to sign up for is tricky there are literally thousands to choose from. May is a month for lovers of city marathons: With Toronto, Lisbon, Copenhagen or Salzburg, beautiful cities invite you to a run. May 2022: Beautiful cities and a famous wall The Falklands Ultramarathon with Marathon But the running shoes will also be laced up in Paris, Vienna or - for fans of extremes - at the North Pole.

With the Boston Marathon, the next race in the Major series is already waiting in April. April 2022: Boston Marathon and extreme run at the North Pole

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