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Oct.01.2018
Brunch Above the MCM
The Observation Deck at CEB Tower is newest attraction in the nation’s capital providing visitors with a whole new perspective on the region and the MCM. View “The People’s Marathon” for the first time from 31 stories up and see expansive views of the city. Chose to visit the Observation Deck and enjoy an inclusive […]
Sep.26.2018
Experts, Icons and Insiders Headline MCM Runners Conference
A favorite part of the MCM Health & Fitness Expo experience is hearing from experts. The lineup of speakers for the MCM Runners Conference has been announced and includes international icons, insiders and hall of famers talking about the MCM, health, training and inspiration. Special new attraction as part of this year’s lineup- Pacers will […]
Sep.21.2018
Medal of Honor Golf Course Opens for 8K
You’ve heard of walking the greens but ‘running the greens?’ That becomes a thing this December when the Marine Corps Marathon Organization, in partnership with Marine Corps Community Services, hosts a limited field 8K on the Medal of Honor Golf Course on December 8. All participants will receive a special Medal of Honor 8K fleece […]
Sep.18.2018
Collect Cheers from Loved Ones
It’s unlikely that you’ll be running alongside your loved ones for 26.2 miles on October 28. So while friends and family probably won’t be next to you during the MCM, you can bring them on your journey with Motigo. Hear the sweet sounds of your children’s voices. Listen to encouraging words from your spouse. Feel […]
Aug.30.2018
Marine Designs New Memorial
When a panel of Native and non-Native jurors selected the finalists in the competition to design the National Native American Veterans Memorial, they did not know that Harvey Pratt was a Native American veteran. That history, however—his growing up as a citizen of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, in a Southern Cheyenne family with a […]
Aug.24.2018
12-Year-Old Running 12K
Brought to you by Sentara Healthcare, we improve health every day. Andrew Appleton exceeds his age bracket by running the Quantico 12K in search of earning the exclusive MCM Distinguished Participant medal. At the age of twelve, Andrew has run many MCM events with his family starting from when he was nine years old. Andrew’s […]
Aug.17.2018
District Training Crew Rewards Training for MCM
Training for MCM takes commitment, drive, determination, and a definite love for the streets and trails surrounding DC. Pacers, a proud sponsor of the MCM, knows that Washington, DC is one of the best running communities in the country and wants to celebrate your training during these last few months before the big day. In […]
Aug.17.2018
New Way to Beat the Bridge
The 43rd Marine Corps Marathon will debut a new way for participants to Beat the Bridge. By now, everyone is familiar with the 14th Street Bridge portion of the MCM course. Runners must reach this essential benchmark located at Mile 21 by 1:15 p.m. in order to continue along the course. Void of spectators, the […]
Aug.02.2018
Honoring Runners with MCMMY Digital Awards
The MCMMYS are back and will recognize the excellence, passion and uniqueness of the runner community participating in the 2018 Marine Corps Marathon. This digital award program will enable runners to share their stories, motivations, challenges, successes and zaniness in eight distinct categories. MCMMY award categories will be unveiled on the MCM Facebook page during […]
Jul.09.2018
Four Steps to Transfer an MCM Entry
Looking to score an entry to the sold out MCM? Then you’re lucky day is quickly approaching! Unable to participate after obtaining a spot in the MCM? Relief is on the way. “The People’s Marathon” understands injuries happen, unforeseeable conflicts come up, training isn’t effective or business trips are put on the books. On Wednesday, […]