If you are looking for inspiration to finally follow your New Year resolution, here’s a list of 11 reasons to do so.
These marathons in the US have already inspired thousands of people like you.
Now you have the chance to be part of the organized race which is so exciting and encouraging.
This collection of the biggest US marathons will help you choose the one which is the best for you and focus your training on it.
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1. Asheville, North Carolina
Get ready for the biggest marathon in Asheville in the foothills of Blue Ridge mountains.
You will be running through the impressive green slopes, forests, and gardens.
Make sure that you get prepared and register in advance.
As a matter of fact, Asheville marathon sets limits for the number of participants.
This is 1,525 runners exactly which is the reason for the marathon to be often called a boutique-style one.
Month: March
Hotel: Brookstone Lodge
2. Baltimore, Maryland
Do you like to be supported and encouraged on your way through the thorns to the stars?
The local community in this town in Maryland will lead you through the entire process of the marathon.
This one is challenging yet very exciting since you will be running through the country and the landscapes of the Inner Harbor Waterfront.
You will start at Camden and Paca Streets and pass by the Maryland Zoo and the Federal Hill too.
Month: October
Hotel: Carmen Home
3. Boston, Massachusetts
Boston holds one of the oldest marathons in the world.
This one is not for everyone.
You have to train really well, and follow strictly your New Year’s resolution, no cheating.
To register for the Boston marathon, check which of the official qualifying races you must take to get a qualifying time.
This marathon is an event that attracts thousands of people, namely 5 hundred thousand supporters.
Month: February (President Day)
Hotel: Beacon Hill Apartment
4. Chicago, Illinois
The Chicago Marathon is considered one of the best loop courses for numerous runners.
The participants stay in their hotels until the start of the marathon and then they just go straight to the trackway and start running.
Because of a large number of runners, you will find someone to compete with and try to push on your race pace.
Month: October
Hotel: The Palmer House
5. Honolulu, Hawaii
In Honolulu, the capital city of Hawaii, there’s one marathon that leaves nobody indifferent.
The marathon will lead you through the National Park Waikiki Kapiolani, and Kalanianaole Highway.
Hawaii sounds like sun and fun and so is the Honolulu Marathon which is fun, calm and patient.
You will have the chance to run smoothly and maintain your pace because the marathon does not end when you finish the final line.
The marathon ends with the last person crossing it.
Honolulu is too beautiful to run fast, therefore you have the chance to slow down and seize the moment.
Month: December
Hotel: Ala Moana Condo
6. Surf City, California
Surf City in California is definitely where you want to be for running the marathon.
You will be able to run through the longest coast in the US and enjoy the horizon and the waves as you run.
Some music bands are always there to play along as you run and support you and heal your soul with the cheerful melodies, while the temporary facilities for first medical aid are always there to treat your body.
This is probably the best wintertime marathon idea that we have.
Month: February
Hotel: Coastal Single Family Home
7. New York City, New York
In case you have been browsing the Internet for some peaceful and simple marathon that meets your training program requirements, the New York Marathon is what you need.
You will run by Bronx, Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn.
To get to the start, head directly to Staten Island.
Month: November
Hotel: Empire Hotel
8. Walt Disney World, Orlando
There’s a child in each of us.
Where else can children’s dreams come true if not in Disneyland?
This marathon is for those who have always dreamed of visiting the country of Disney but grew up without ever getting there.
Now that you have become a practical and purposeful adult, it’s time to spend time with benefit and realize children’s dreams at the same time.
The trace lies through the outstanding Disney theme parks like Hollywood Studios, Magic Kingdom Park, Sports Complex and more.
Month: January
Hotel: Thornton Park Bungalow
9. Steamtown, Pennsylvania
One of the less popular marathons that you can take in October in the picturesque land of Pennsylvania is Steamtown Marathon.
This one is also limited to as many as three thousand runners, so you should register in advance if you want to be a part of this single-minded community.
Apart from this, the marathon is way cheaper than those we have mentioned above.
Month: October
Hotel: Residence Inn Scranton
10. Twin Cities, Minnesota
This marathon is for true aesthetes and connoisseurs of beautiful views within the city.
The Twin Cities Marathon is usually organized in October between the cities of St. Paul and Minneapolis.
You will run by the lakes, the streets, the golden trees, and bushes.
You are supposed to cross the finish line at the neighborhood of St. Paul’s Cathedral.
Month: October
Hotel: Downtown Duplex
11. Richmond, Virginia
Hundreds of volunteers are rushing to get everything in order for the VCU Health Richmond marathon taking place in November.
This marathon is considered one of the most friendly events in the US where you’ll get all kinds of support from medical workers, locals, and volunteers.
If you are a kind of person who manages to see the beauty around while walking or running, you should be here to test your strength and get motivated for the future running challenges.
On your way to the finish line, you’ll listen to DJ’s and bands.
Month: November
Hotel: Omni Richmond Hotel
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Safety Index:
- OVERALL RISK: LOW
- TRANSPORT & TAXIS RISK: LOW
- PICKPOCKETS RISK: MEDIUM
- NATURAL DISASTERS RISK: LOW
- MUGGING RISK: LOW
- TERRORISM RISK: MEDIUM
- SCAMS RISK: LOW
- WOMEN TRAVELERS RISK: LOW
