Ready to run 26.2 miles?

Generally speaking, marathon season lasts from mid-August to Decemberbut thats not a hard and fast rule.

(For example, the Boston Marathon is held annually in April.)

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Youll fuel up with some of the best eats the city has to offer before you lace up.

And if you have friends or family whove served, all the better.

This marathon skates along Lake Michigan, and most of the elevation occurs at the start of the race.

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These views are the very best the midwest has to offer.

This iconic race is the worlds oldest annual marathon and attracts some of the fastest runners out there.

Plus, weather doesnt get much better than Hawaii in December.

photo of audi crooks shooting a basketball and hannah hidalgo holding a basketball in hand

In all honesty, its hard to get a spot in this marathon.

So if its on your bucket list, ensure to set a timer so that you dont miss registration.

The whole course is inspired by the galaxy, so get ready for an out-of-this-world experience.

photo of UConn basketball player Azzi Fudd holding a basketball while wearing a #35 jersey

This Boston qualifying race rolls through redwood trees, coastal mountains, and miles upon miles of ocean.

Restaurants to try:Dine oceanfront in some ofMontereys best restaurants, includingNepentheandTides Waterfront Kitchen.

Just check that youre ready to take on the elevation.

Tara Davis-Woodhall of Team United States celebrates with husband Hunter Woodhall after winning the gold medal in the Women’s Long Jump Final on day thirteen of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Stade de France on August 08, 2024 in Paris, France.

Youll remember running through Central Park for the rest of your lifepromise.

Youll enjoy beautiful fall weather and many, many hillsso verify you train elevation, okay?

Youll start at Dodgers Stadium and finishes at Avenue of the Stars in Century City.

coach kara lawson from duke university

While the course is a bit hilly initially, youll finish on a nice downhill grade.

So put in the work at the beginning, and prepare to be rewarded.

Celebrate at the finish line with a generous pour of California red.

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