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The Modesto Marathon, set for March 23, 2025, continues its tradition of promoting health and community engagement in California’s Central Valley. Established to encourage fitness, the event also supports local initiatives like the Teens Run Modesto program, which mentors youth in goal-setting and physical fitness. The marathon is renowned for its flat and fast course,…

Everyone knows that the world’s best runners hail disproportionately from East Africa. But not all Kenyans and Ethiopian excel at running. A vast majority of the top talents from these two countries live and train in small regions in the Rift Valley, elevation 7,000 feet. This is no coincidence. Science has shown that distance runners…

Every runner has a ritual – something they swear by before a race. Maybe it’s wearing the same lucky socks, eating an exact pre-race meal, or following a strict warm-up routine. Some of these habits may seem quirky, but science suggests they actually help! Superstitions can boost confidence, reduce anxiety, and create a sense of…

This January, MarathonGuide is launching an ambitious project to transform how runners across America approach winter training. The MarathonGuide Virtual Challenge isn’t just another virtual race-it’s a nationwide movement to make winter running more engaging, meaningful, and impactful. “Winter can be one of the hardest times to stay consistent with fitness,” says Grigoriy Rublev, Owner…