Half Marathon
Half Marathon
A half marathon is a road running event of 13 miles, 192.5 yards. It is exactly as the title says, half of a marathon. It is considered a very good event for amateurs because it is long enough to be serious but does not require the same amount of training as a marathon. It is common for half marathons to be held concurrently with a full marathon using a similar course with the same start and finish point. The half marathon can be finished in a little over an hour by elite athletes. Training for a half marathon is not as intensive as for a marathon, but it still takes time and dedication to do well. Like marathon training it is good to find a personal trainer and also do some studying about training on various Web sites. It could also be helpful to find a buddy to help train. Another person will be a source of motivation, encouragement and support when things get rough. A half marathon would be a good step up for someone who has run smaller endurance races such as a 5K or 10K but it is not necessary for someone to run a half marathon before a marathon.
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Disneyland Half Marathon
Disneyland, like Disney World, hosts a weekend of distance races and related events. The half marathon is the culmination of the weekend’s events. There is a health and fitness expo for the participants to browse the wares of various sports, health and fitness vendors. There is also a day for a 5K race and kid’s races. On the final day of the weekend the half marathon is held. Participants must be at least 14 years of age for the half marathon and hold a 16 minute per mile pace. This allows the participant 3 ½ hours to complete the race. The race takes the participant around various Disneyland attractions and through the city of Anaheim.
Vancouver Half Marathon
The Scotiabank Vancouver half marathon is held in the summer months. It is sponsored by not only Scotiabank but New Balance and other supporting event sponsors. The half marathon starts at the University of British Columbia and travels around the coast of the English Bay ending near Stanley Park. The Web site of the half marathon promotes various sponsors and also includes an area for participants to register. They also provide information on various training programs and clinics offered in the months leading up to the event. There is also a 5K run that takes place the same weekend of the half marathon.
