WASHINGTON - Marathon participation has surged in recent years, bringing runners together in cities, suburbs, and small towns across the country. From scenic coastlines to mountain trails, more Americans are signing up for the challenge and building local traditions around it.

This is the tagline that motivated Karen Bdera, 64, to lace up a pair of sneakers and take on the sport that calls for a tenacious spirit. Over 700 New York

Runners from across the globe travelled a kilometre below sea level to run a marathon in a zinc mine in Sweden

There are plenty of mileage guides out there, but Nike trainer and GQ wellness writer Joe Holder says this seven-step plan hits at something much deeper that will get you across the finish line.

National coverage of the 2025 NYC Marathon will be available on ESPN 2 starting at 8 AM ET. The broadcast will also be available live in Spanish on ESPN3. ABC may show the coverage on local listings.

Latest times, updates and results from Eliud Kipchoge’s farewell race - The marathon great has confirmed he will pursue a ‘new journey’ after completing the set of majors in New York