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Sep.19.2017
Actor and U.S. Marine J.W. Cortes to Run MCM10K
J.W. Cortes is a unique-kind of Hollywood triple threat. The accomplished singer and actor, is also a U.S. Marine. On October 22, Cortes will continue his “triple threat” status at the MCM10K singing, running and serving as the official starter of the event. Cortes, who portrays Detective Carlos Alvarez on the FOX Network television show, […]
Sep.12.2017
Meet Bret: His Worldly Challenge
“I’m determined to live my life to the fullest as long as I can and not let Parkinson’s Disease dictate my lifestyle, as least as much as I can. I’m running the Marine Corps Marathon to stay healthy because having a goal like that motivates me to train and get in shape. The motto of […]
Sep.08.2017
Three Must-Attend MCM Weekend Events
MCM Weekend offers a roller coaster of emotionally charged activities. These begin with thrilling anticipation, evolve to energizing preparation and conclude with thrilling participation. To fully immerse one’s self in the MCM experience means to attend more than just the Marathon or 10K. It means being part of the fun and excitement of MCM Weekend […]
Sep.01.2017
Meet Brian: Winning the Battle to Good Health
“For years, the traffic and runners who flooded bars after the race were a nuisance. I didn’t understand it. I was there to watch football starting at 1pm. I was overweight and sedentary and didn’t need these fit folks crowded in and not even allowing me to get a spot for brunch and football. Fast […]
Aug.23.2017
Meet Marina: Soaring to 100 Marathons
Marina Jones is a wonder. It was in her 40’s that Jones was the oldest female to qualify in two different Olympic marathon trials. She completed the 1996 Olympic trials finishing the marathon distance in 2:49:54, which was just six seconds under the 2:50:00 Olympic qualifying time for women athletes at that time. Four years […]
Aug.16.2017
Meet Vincent: A Story of Purpose
“While in a combat zone, there is very little time for mourning the death of fellow Marine, for your brother who laid down his life and made the ultimate sacrifice. The mission must go on and all you can do is carry the spirit of your brother in your heart and keep fighting for them. […]
Aug.15.2017
Brooks Recreates Vintage MCM Shirt
The running community is close-knit with runners often willing to lend a hand to one another. While we have witnessed this comraderie from local races to international competitions, the running spirit is also alive and well throughout the industry. Most recently, Brooks Running Company, proud MCM shoe and apparel sponsor, helped the Houchin family of […]
Aug.11.2017
Canadian Couple’s 50th Anniversary Tri-bute
Lynne and Mike Faught of Ontario, Canada will travel to Quantico to mark a very special occasion by participating in their first Marine Corps Marathon event at the Quantico Tri on Saturday, Aug. 26. “We were looking for a special Tri and had heard great things about Quantico,” says Lynne Faught. “On August 5, we […]
Aug.02.2017
Runners Can Speak at MCMTalks
Have you learned something on your marathon journey worth sharing? The MCM invites runners who passionately want to change lives, share insights and inspire new attitudes to speak during MCM Weekend. Introducing MCMTalks, in the spirit of a very popular global community intent on spreading ideas with short, powerful talks. Runners are invited to explain […]
Jul.25.2017
How to Pick Hotels Close to Marine Corps Marathon
With approximately half the field of participants from outside the national capital area and the other half knowing all too well the challenges of area traffic, picking the most convenient hotel for Marine Corps Marathon Weekend can make a big difference in the experience. Finding a convenient location is essential and to do that means […]