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Exploring the World One Run at a Time: The Wild Marathon Race Series

In the world of marathon running, a storied series is captivating the hearts of adventure enthusiasts and runners alike – the Wild Marathon Race Series. This series is a unique amalgamation of challenging races and cultural experiences, set against some of the most stunning backdrops our planet has to offer.

The Wild Marathon Race Series is the brainchild of Geo-Planet Sports Consultancy and Makalu Adventure Travel & Tours. Together, they have crafted a series that doesn't just test physical limits but also immerses participants in the diverse beauty of the world's landscapes – from the snowy expanses of Finland to the historic trails of Peru.

What sets the Wild Marathon Race Series apart is its commitment to environmental
conservation and local community development. Each race is carefully designed to minimize environmental impact while maximizing cultural interaction and support for local initiatives.

This week we’re featuring the Dune Marathon Morocco. Register now using code MG25 and get €25 off your marathon package!

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Common Mistakes in Running Form - Excessive Heel-strike

Running with your natural form may not be quite so natural on your musculoskeletal system. Sedentary jobs, past injuries, non-running activities (biking, rowing, skiing, ballet, etc), and fallen arches in your feet are all possible causes of muscle tightness or weakness (and/or spinal and hip misalignment) that may negatively impact the efficiency of your running form. One common result is an excessive heel-strike.

Read more: Common Mistakes in Running Form - Excessive Heel-strike

2/3/24 - 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Men's Marathon (Orlando, FL)

2/3/24 - 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials - Women's Marathon (Orlando, FL)

2/3/24 - Envirosports Death Valley Borax Marathon (Death Valley, CA)

2/3/24 - Golden Gate Trail Run Marathon (Rodeo Beach, CA)

2/3/24 - Groundhog Marathon (Grand Rapids, MI)

2/3/24 - Mississippi River Marathon (Greenville, MS)

2/4/24 - 26.2 with Donna: The National Marathon to Finish Breast Cancer (Jacksonville Beach, FL)

2/4/24 - Surf City Marathon (prev. Pacific Shoreline Marathon) (Huntington Beach, CA)

2/4/24 - Warm up Columbus Marathon (Dublin, OH)

2/4/24 - Yukon Arctic Ultra (Whitehorse, YT)

2/10/24 - Alpha Win Ave Maria Marathon (Ave Maria, FL)

2/10/24 - Hilton Head Marathon (Bluffton, SC)

2/10/24 - Outlaw 100 (Tulsa, OK)

2/10/24 - Mountain Vista Medical Center Phoenix Marathon (Mesa, AZ)

2/10/24 - Surfside Beach Marathon (Surfside Beach, TX)

2/11/24 - Publix Florida Marathon & 1/2 Marathon (Melbourne, FL)

2/2/24 - Dead Sea Marathon Israel (Dead Sea Israel)

2/3/24 - Goba Hills Marathon (Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania)

2/3/24 - Ultra Fiord (Puerto Natales, Chile)

2/4/24 - Beppu-Oita Mainichi Marathon (Beppu, Japan)

2/4/24 - Bhekizizwe Joseph Shabalala Marathon (Pinetown, South Africa)

2/4/24 - China Coast Marathon (Hong Kong, China)

2/4/24 - Kolkata Marathon (Kolkata, India)

2/4/24 - TotalEnergies Maraton Murcia Costa Calida (Murcia, Spain)

2/4/24 - Centraal Beheer Achmea Midwinter Marathon (Apeldoorn, Netherlands)

Here is a roundup of some of the top stories from this week:

Kelvin Kiptum shares how he is preparing for sub-two-hour assault at Rotterdam Marathon

Albert Korir bubbling with excitement ahead of the 2024 Boston Marathon

Michael Buble claims a near-death running experience in Manitoba

'It is possible to run faster'- 41-year-old Kenenisa Bekele insists

Did you get a parking ticket during the Maine Marathon? You may be owed a refund

Students, staff, Elvis impersonators take on the Houston Marathon

Calgary woman sets Canadian W50+ marathon record in Houston

Canadian Olympian Andrea Seccafien to debut at Tokyo Marathon

Photos: Chevron Houston Marathon drew in large crowd of runners, supporters

Two Canadian men place top ten at Houston Marathon

The MAD Marathon has a special promotion running for MarathonGuide readers. Save $10 on any race using the promotion code mg24.

Here are some February races you may like:

Warm up Columbus Marathon

Continental Tire Mississippi Blues Marathon

Or, for a warm weather marathon, you may like the Tallahassee Marathon.

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Don't miss this chance to challenge yourself, explore mesmerizing landscapes, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
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