Marine Corps Marathon Training Plan
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Course Details
Terrain: Rolling
Elevation Gain: 699 ft
Elevation Loss: 666 ft
Race Temperature: 49°F–66°F (start: 52°F)
Course Highlights
- Iconic Washington D.C. monuments including Lincoln Memorial, Capitol, and Washington Monument
- Incredible U.S. Marine Corps support and motivation throughout
- Unmatched patriotic atmosphere and emotional finish
- Challenging rolling terrain with 699ft elevation gain
- Perfect October racing weather conditions
- Blue Mile honoring fallen service members
Known as 'The People's Marathon,' this patriotic race through Washington D.C. and Arlington features iconic monuments, incredible Marine support, and challenging rolling terrain. The emotional finish at the Marine Corps War Memorial is unmatched in marathon running.
🏆 What Makes the Marine Corps Marathon Special
- Known as 'The People's Marathon' with unmatched patriotic atmosphere and Marine Corps support
- Scenic tour of Washington D.C. and Arlington featuring iconic monuments and memorials
- Challenging rolling terrain with strategic hills that reward smart pacing and energy management
- Emotional Blue Mile honoring fallen service members provides powerful motivation
- Incredible Marine Corps support at aid stations and throughout the course
- Perfect October racing weather with ideal temperatures for marathon performance
- Iconic finish at Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima Memorial) - one of the most moving finishes in running
Your Marine Corps Marathon Training Plan Includes:
Course-Specific Training
Workouts designed specifically for Marine Corps Marathon's rolling terrain and conditions.
Personalized Pacing
Heart rate zones and pace targets calculated for your fitness level and goals.
12-18 Week Schedule
Complete weekly training schedule with progressive mileage and intensity.
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Essential Marathon Training Package
What's Included:
- Personalized 12-18 week training plan for your specific marathon course
- Course-specific elevation and terrain analysis
- Zone-based training with heart rate and pace targets
- Heat acclimation calculator and protocols
- Race-day nutrition and carb-loading guides
- Monthly email check-ins from your coach
- Course-specific pacing strategy
Premium Marathon Training Package
Everything in Essential, PLUS:
- 30-minute video onboarding call
- Direct 1:1 email access to your coach
- Weekly email check-ins from your coach
- Real-time training plan adjustments
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