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Training For Your First Marathon

By: Mayo Clinic Health System Planning your first marathon can be an intimidating task. Maybe you have been sticking to 5K’s, 10K’s or even...

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A New Year, a Fresh Start, a Clean Slate…

As I sit down to write this, it’s the third week of January, rumored to be the most depressing week of the year. While...

Mankato Marathon Why I run

Why I Run

The Mankato Marathon and Profinium are teaming up again to support our annual Why I Run Contest. Everyone has that reason for why they...

Amber Maddox | Finding My Love Of Running

“In April of 2012, I gave birth to my second daughter. Eleven days after she was born, I decided to change my life. I...

Preparing for Your First Big Run

By: Mayo Clinic Health System Incorporating running into your life is an excellent decision for your health. Many people take this choice to the...

Progressive Overload: Get Stronger In a Healthy Way

By: Mayo Clinic Health System Progressive Overload: Get Stronger In a Healthy Way Whenever you want to improve your exercise capacity, it is important...

Is My Child Ready?

KIDS ON THE RUN: WHAT RACE IS MY CHILD READY FOR? With an increasing number of kids involved in running, many parents wonder when...

WHAT RACE IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Running Q&A: Choosing the right distance, increasing miles and more The coolest thing about the Mankato Marathon is that it helps build community spirit...

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