Your Running Journey
Reggae Marathon
by Reggae Marathon Runner Girl
1w ago
I have shared my running journey in various aspects in the Reggae Marathon blogs over the last few years. And at the Reggae Marathon, we like to recognize and highlight the runners who come to Negril every year. So, if you have come to the Reggae Marathon and have a special story to share, we want to hear it. Are you a Reggae Marathon streaker? Did you meet someone while at the Reggae Marathon who you keep in regular contact with and consider a close friend? Did you come to Negril to vacation not knowing there was a Reggae Marathon and decide to run the marathon? And if it was the last one, ho ..read more
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Listen to those Niggles!
Reggae Marathon
by Reggae Marathon Runner Girl
1w ago
If you’ve been running for a while, chances are you’ve been injured. If you’re smart, you’ll pay attention to those little aches and pains It’s always best to get them checked out by a medical professional before they become a bigger problem leading into a longer recovery time. No runner likes to get injured and take time away from running. But if you feel that foot pain, go see a podiatrist. If your back starts to bother you, go see an orthopedic surgeon. See that specialist and go to physical therapy so you can be back on the roads and trails in no time.  Best to nip it in the bud! For ..read more
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So where do you Come From?
Reggae Marathon
by Reggae Marathon Runner Girl
2w ago
The Reggae Marathon is known for known for the runners who come from all over the world to race in Negril. In the past, runners from England, Costa Rica, and Japan have come to Negril and won a race at the Reggae Marathon. And many of our young runners from high schools in Jamaica have come to race the 10k and won! Look around and you will also see runner representing their country by carrying their flag or wearing the colors of their country’s flag as their running kit. Reggae Marathon 2018 When you come to Negril for the Reggae Marathon, also keep an ear out for the different languages tha ..read more
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Reggae Marathon 2023 Reflections
Reggae Marathon
by Reggae Marathon Runner Girl
2w ago
Given that last year’s Reggae Marathon was memorable because, for many,  it was the first time many new runners made their way to Negril and finish on beach with a coconut and a Red Stripe. When I think back to the race last year, I remember meeting new people. And I will say this every year, as much as I love the coconut, I think I love meeting new people even more. I will talk to people before the start of the race, I will talk to people along the course and then at the finish line party. And sometimes, I will go up and speak with people a day or two after the race whether it’s on the b ..read more
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Your Reggae Marathon Medals
Reggae Marathon
by Reggae Marathon Runner Girl
3w ago
We all love a nice marathon medal perhaps with some bling on it or maybe it spins or doubles a bottle opener. For many, we can’t wait til the race reveals what the medal looks like. And of course, it’s customary, if not necessary to take a post-race photo with your race medal. For some, we take a video receiving the medal from a race volunteer for others, we want the photo by the step and repeat or another iconic marathon image. For those that run the Reggae Marathon, it’s inevitable that many will take their race photo with the ocean in the background. And why not, it’s not likely that you wi ..read more
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The 80/20 Rule
Reggae Marathon
by Reggae Marathon Runner Girl
1M ago
When training for long distances, the 80/20 method is a good rule to use. 80% of your runs should be run at an easy effort with the remaining 20% should consist of harder running. Easy running should be done at a conversational pace. You shouldn’t be stressing yourself too much during these runs. These runs are you aerobic runs. 2023 Reggae Marathon The other 20% of your runs, the harder runs,  are your anaerobic runs. You will feel tired during these runs and often times out of breath, especially at the end. This should simulate how feel at the end of a race when you have to kick it up ..read more
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An Homage to Bob and Rita Marley
Reggae Marathon
by Reggae Marathon Runner Girl
1M ago
The winners of the half marathon receive a Bob Marley statue (men’s winner) and a Rita Marley statue (women’s winner.) The statues are just one of the ways the Reggae Marathon pays tribute to Bob Marley and his wife Rita. Bob and Rita Marley had such an influence in Jamaica and Rastafarian culture that we honor them through the statues. Throughout the race, you can hear the music of Bob Marley and the Wailers. The final mile of the race is also named the Bob Marley mile and is lined with inspirational quotes from Bob Marley songs. The Reggae Marathon will continue honor the legacy of Bob Marl ..read more
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Runner Spotlight- Tralene M. Williams
Reggae Marathon
by Reggae Marathon Runner Girl
1M ago
Where are you from? I am originally from, Sanford, North Carolina, USA Currently reside in Knightdale, North Carolina, USA How long have you been running? I’ve been physically active all my life but started running actively in 2009. That’s when I trained for my first half marathon.   Why did you start running? Why I started running, hmmm.. interesting question. I started running because I never thought I would be running, if that makes sense. I saw how running gives a person self esteem boosters in which is basically a natural high that comes from the release of this thing we call endorph ..read more
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2024 Olympics
Reggae Marathon
by Reggae Marathon Runner Girl
1M ago
This year is an Olympic year. Jamaica looks to make waves once again in track and field. Jamaica will field a team of past Olympic gold medal winners along with some new faces looking to make their way on the international scene and make their way onto the podium. What is most notable is that Shelly-Ann Fraser Price, known as the pocket rocket, will be competing in her final Olympics. She will be competing alongside fellow countrywomen Shericka Jackson and Elaine Thompson-Herah. Beyond those three fast ladies, be sure to keep your eye on Hansle Parchment leaping over the hurdles and Natoya Gou ..read more
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Congratulations, Alison!
Reggae Marathon
by Reggae Marathon Runner Girl
1M ago
Alison is our costume contest winner from the 2023 race. Here’s what Alison had to say about her costume.  What inspired your Reggae Marathon costume? My costume is inspired from the colors of our Reggae/Jamaica color – yellow & black; although participants saw Bumblee Bee lol.  Do you regularly wear costumes while running? Majority races, I do to depict the theme of the race. Alison has won an entry to the 2024 Reggae Marathon ..read more
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