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The Nationwide Children's Hospital Columbus Marathon & 1/2 Marathon is the 17th largest U.S. marathon and largest in Ohio. Stay up to date with the state's largest marathon.
Columbus Marathon Blog
1y ago
#2 What Are the Benefits of OUR Race for First Timers? Video #2 of our 18-week Training Talks video series is LIVE! This week, long-time Columbus Marathon runner Carence Bennett dives into some of the benefits of running OUR race for first timers! If you’ve run races before, you might remember the questions and nerves ..read more
Columbus Marathon Blog
1y ago
Take the time to nominate an inspiring person today! Each year we honor 10 people who are inspiring others while overcoming significant obstacles to take part in OUR race. This may be someone facing health difficulties, struggles with significant weight, injuries, loss of loved ones and/or those who are helping others fight their own battles ..read more
Columbus Marathon Blog
2y ago
#1 Beat The Heat We’re excited to debut the first segment of our new video series – Friday Training Talks – where various running and walking experts share insight about training and preparing for OUR Marathon & 1/2 Marathon. There will be a new installment to follow each Friday until race weekend! Our first Training Talks is a very well-timed ..read more
Columbus Marathon Blog
2y ago
Final Reminders ONE. MORE. DAY. Are you ready? The 2021 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon races are just hours away. On behalf of our entire team, we want to thank you for taking part in the 41st marathon, and our 15th annual ½ marathon. This event is not only a celebration of ..read more
Columbus Marathon Blog
2y ago
Celebrate After Finishing Welcome to our annual “26 Tips for 26.2 Miles” blog series. Every day leading up to the 2021 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon, athletes and spectators can get daily tips to make the most of the race experience. From parking to food to cool viewing spots to race and ..read more
Columbus Marathon Blog
2y ago
Packet Pick-Up To ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable race experience, the 2021 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon created specific rules for packet pickup. Pickup Overview: We do not offer packet pickup on race day. All race packets must be picked up during Expo hours. If you cannot pick up your ..read more
Columbus Marathon Blog
2y ago
Road Closings in Columbus on Race Day Welcome to our annual “26 Tips for 26.2 Miles” blog series. Every day leading up to the 2021 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon, athletes and spectators can get daily tips to make the most of the race experience. From parking to food to cool viewing ..read more
Columbus Marathon Blog
2y ago
Emergency Action Plan Welcome to our annual “26 Tips for 26.2 Miles” blog series. Every day leading up to the 2021 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon, athletes and spectators can get daily tips to make the most of the race experience. From parking to food to cool viewing spots to race and ..read more
Columbus Marathon Blog
2y ago
Corrals & Pace Teams Welcome to our annual “26 Tips for 26.2 Miles” blog series. Every day leading up to the 2021 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon, athletes and spectators can get daily tips to make the most of the race experience. From parking to food to cool viewing spots to race ..read more
Columbus Marathon Blog
2y ago
Follow Family & Friends with Real Time Race Tracking Welcome to our annual “26 Tips for 26.2 Miles” blog series. Every day leading up to the 2021 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon & ½ Marathon, athletes and spectators can get daily tips to make the most of the race experience. From parking to food to ..read more