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How the San Francisco Marathon Got Its Start

The San Francisco Marathon—celebrating its 50th birthday next year—is a race around the perimeter of San Francisco, past iconic landmarks, by historic neighborhoods, through Golden Gate Park and over the Golden Gate Bridge. It’s a 26.2 mile loop where nearly 30,000 runners compete in the impossibly scenic USATF certified ... More

Flat Can Be Boring: Why You Should Be Excited For Those San Francisco Hills!

When San Francisco Marathon runners are asked what makes the race course unique to other races, they talk about seeing all the iconic sights in the city, the majestic experience of running across the Golden Gate Bridge, the views of the ocean and the Bay, the amazing San Francisco weather, and the fact that it’s the only full ... More

Race Day Logistics FAQ with Coach K: Get Ready to Roll!

Race Day mornings can be a stressful affair. What do you need to pack the night before? How are you going to get to the start line? Will you eat your favorite Nutella-banana sandwich or stick with something else? And unless you're one of our ultramarathoners, you'll have to decide when to get up, too! Getting ready for race day ... More