Post05.18.2020
The dual skilled challenge has been issued. Ride and run. The sprint distance multisport event is offered as a virtual only competition in 2020. Participants receive an incredible shirt and stunning finisher medal.
Post05.11.2020
With stay-at-home orders and social distancing still in place to help combat the global pandemic we’re all facing, runners may be missing the motivation and camaraderie that comes with group training and running with friends.
Photo05.08.2020
In celebration of Mother’s Day, the Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) community shared stories of their moms – the role models, the cheerleaders, the warriors and the heroes.
Post05.07.2020
For Fisher House Foundation runners, the Marine Corps Marathon is just as much about supporting military and veteran families as it is about celebrating the storied heritage of the Marine Corps.
Video05.07.2020
Exercise routines have been uprooted. Going outside for a routine run can feel overwhelming and lonely trying to remain socially distant from other runners and pedestrians. Everyone is searching for solutions to staying active and Select Physical Therapy, proud Historic Half sponsors offers some helpful tips.
Post04.27.2020
For many, running is one of the best coping tools to use for dealing with difficult times like these. However, there are days or moments when your emotions might get the better of you. We are all in this together, and we can both savor the joy we have felt when participating in running side by side and feel the pleasure of anticipating that we will one day be able to have those experiences again.
Post04.24.2020
We are not only supporting the community, but we’re supporting our client and building stronger key relationships with our colleagues at a fun and impactful event.
Post04.24.2020
April is the Month of the Military Child. Introducing young runners who have participated in MCMO events virtually – including the 17.75K, Semper 5ive and even the Historic Half marathon.
Post04.22.2020
"I enjoy being a small part of a huge undertaking. It is exciting to participate in an event as a volunteer. Being around motivated and positive people, both staff and runners, is in itself a great experience."
Post04.21.2020
More than 3,000 runners across the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom set out to run the 11.03-mile distance anytime between March 12 and March 28, anywhere they could – on the treadmill, on the trail, at the track or even in their backyard! The virtual event provided the global MCM running community the chance to achieve their fitness goals and still run together during this unprecedented time.
Post04.21.2020
The 2019 Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) was awarded Gold level certification by the Council for Responsible Sport, an organization that independently verifies the socially and environmentally responsible work by sports events.
Post04.17.2020
"I do it because I enjoy it. I like working with the people, the challenges and making order out of chaos. I get to do a lot of things not always available to others."
Post04.16.2020
"As a Marine and runner, it allows me to give back to the running community through an organization whose mission is aligned with my personal priorities and life."
Post04.14.2020
"It is the least we can do to support those who have given so much." The first blog in the National Volunteer Appreciation Month series featuring Semper Fi & America's Fund.
Post04.10.2020
Steven, a retired USMC Sergeant, and Lettie discovered they were brother and sister in August. Their first meeting was at the MCM finish line in October 2019.