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Run the Marine Corps Marathon
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Known as The People's Marathon, this race offers no prize money and runs through Arlington, Virginia, and Washington. It is organised by the Marine Corps Marathon Organization, and the official site describes the course as managed by the United States Marines.
Demanding£100 to £500 / $130 to $650MonthsOutdoorsAlone or with othersDistrict of Columbia, Virginia
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How to start
- Read the official Marine Corps Marathon site and check when registration is open.
- Enter the marathon, or start with one of the organisation's shorter races such as the 8K.
- Follow a marathon training plan of several months, building your long run gradually.
Where to go
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