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Marathons, Half-Marathons, Ultramarathons, Long Distance Walking

Endurance walkers can learn how to train for, select, and walk a marathon, half-marathon, ultramarathon or long distance walk. We have training schedules and tips as well as reviews and listings of walker-friendly marathons.
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Before You Register for a Marathon

What to consider before choosing a marathon, with lists of the top walking marathons.

Marathon Training for Walkers

Complete tutorial on training to walk the marathon.  From your About Guide.

Half-Marathon Walking Training Course

This free 16-week email newsletter course will guide you through training to walk a half-marathon 13.1 mile walk. Each week you will receive a schedule of training walks and a focus on different aspects of walking a half-marathon.

Marathon Walk Training Course

This free 19-week email newsletter course will coach you through training to walk a marathon (26.2 mile) walking event. Each week you will receive an email newsletter with walking assignments and links to learn more in depth on how to train for a marathon walk.

Worst Marathon Walking Mistakes

Avoid these worst marathon walking mistakes.

Half-Marathon Training Schedule

A 16-week schedule to take you from walking 4 miles at a time to being able to complete a 13.1 mile half-marathon in great style.

What Finish Time Should I Expect for a Marathon or Half Marathon?

What finish time should I expect for a marathon or half marathon?

Book Review - The Complete Guide to Marathon Walking

Book review of Dave McGovern's The Complete Guide to Marathon Walking.
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