USATF certified course, beautiful red rock vistas, city and forest roads.  Elevations 4100-4500 feet.  Asphalt, pavement, and dirt surfaces (50% dirt).  Difficulty 5-7 of 10.

The Sedona Marathon

Human Interest Story

Phil Wharton will be heading up the four part free "Get of the couch" training series in conjunction with the Sedona Marathon to be held February 7 in Arizona. Wharton has trained Olympic athletes and offers his expertise to the clinic attendees.

Get off the couch - Sedona Marathon Preparation

The fourth annual Sedona Marathon will take place on February 9th. Phil Wharton kicks off a training series to help promote health and fitness and encourage people to run a safe and healthy marathon. The training series starts in December and runs up to February just days before the marathon.

Sedona Marathon and Wharton Performance Present Get Off The Couch Health Series in Sedona Arizona

Post-Race Review/ Results

Joseph Fuss was the winner for the second year in the men's full 2008 Sedona Marathon. His time of three hours and three minutes was nearly 8 minutes off of his winning time of two hours and fifty-five minutes last year. Fellow Sedona resident, Sherry Kristoff, came in first in the women's full marathon with a time of three hours and nine minutes.

Locals win Sedona Marathon

Pre-Race Review/ Lineup

Named by USA Today Weekend Magazine in May of 2003, Sedona has been labeled as the most beautiful place in America. Most runners list scenery as a huge draw for bringing them to a marathon and Sedona certainly tops the list of attractive races. The Sedona Marathon, in its third year, will attract people from all over the world and most of the 50 states.

Marathon Summary

Marathon Results