
262.run – The pursuit of happiness and finish lines
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My name is Laura, from 2013 to 2017 I was an on again off again runner. In June of 2017 I began running again after stopping for a couple months, and then in November I signed up for my first marathon! Ever since I have been passionate about all things running, fitness and health.
262.run – The pursuit of happiness and finish lines
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How Many Calories Do You Burn In A Marathon
There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on a variety of factors, including the person’s weight, running pace, and how long they sustain the marathon. However, on average, a person can burn anywhere from 2,000 to 4,000 calories during a marathon. To lose one pound of weight, you need to burn approximately 3,500 calories. Therefore, running a marathon can help you lose weight if you are able to maintain a consistent calorie deficit leading up to the event. If you are looking to burn as many calories as possible during a marathon ..read more
262.run – The pursuit of happiness and finish lines
1y ago
Best In-Person & Virtual Marathons in Texas for 2022
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Texas
Texas is nicknamed as The Lone Star State. It is the second largest state in the US in size and in terms of population. Not only that, three of the most populated cities in the US are in Texas: Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Meanwhile, it’s capital city of Austin is ranked 11 in the list. Texas is known for many things such as the Texas BBQ, live music, Dr. Pepper, and its hot weather. Another thing that Texas is famous for is its marathon events and there are plenty of them held annually. The Dallas Marathon i ..read more
262.run – The pursuit of happiness and finish lines
1y ago
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262.run – The pursuit of happiness and finish lines
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Best In-Person & Virtual Marathons in South Carolina for 2022
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South Carolina
The state of South Carolina is located in the southeastern portion of the US. This is the 40th state in terms of size and has the nickname Palmetto State. This was established as a state in 1788 and is home to a shy of 5 million residents (as of 2016). Columbia is the biggest city in South Carolina and also its capital. The state is known for its historic districts, beaches, and golf courses. The various marathon race events held in the state throughout the year is another major attraction that i ..read more
262.run – The pursuit of happiness and finish lines
1y ago
Best In-Person & Virtual Marathons in Rhode Island for 2022
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Rhode Island
In terms of size, Rhode Island is the smallest state in the US with an approximate area of 1,214 square miles. Despite its small size, it has a pretty lengthy coastline at 400 miles in Newport. It is also one of the states that were the original colonies in the US. Among the states that it shares borders with are Massachusetts, New York, and Connecticut. It is home to 10 beaches and 15 state parks. While the number of marathon events in Rhode Island shy in comparison to other states, there is a good ..read more
262.run – The pursuit of happiness and finish lines
1y ago
Best In-Person & Virtual Marathons in Pennsylvania for 2022
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Pennsylvania
The state of Pennsylvania was named after its founder, idealist William Penn. The state is one of the thirteen original colonies in the US. It officially entered statehood in 1972 and was the second state to do so. Aside from being one of the original colonies, Pennsylvania is known for a few things such as the Liberty Bell and the cheesesteak sandwich. It is also known as the chocolate capital of the USA and has a huge denomination of Amish American residents. The state hosts one of the most popular ..read more
262.run – The pursuit of happiness and finish lines
1y ago
Best In-Person & Virtual Marathons in Wyoming for 2022
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Wyoming
Wyoming might be the 10th largest state in the US but it is the least populated state in the country. It is nicknamed the Equality State and is home only to over 585,000 people as of the 2016 census. Its capital city of Cheyenne is also the biggest in the state. This is a very safe state, too, with low violent crime rates. It is home to one of the US’ most popular tourist attractions – the Yellowstone National Park where the iconic Old Faithful Geyser is found. When it comes to marathon events, the oldest runn ..read more
262.run – The pursuit of happiness and finish lines
1y ago
Best In-Person & Virtual Marathons in Wisconsin for 2022
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Wisconsin
Known as a dairy land, there is more to Wisconsin than meets the eye. Established as a state in 1848, the Badger State is home to 5.7 million residents (as of the 2016 census). Milwaukee is the biggest city in Wisconsin. It is home to countless streams and rivers, as well as numerous state parks. Aside from its dairy production, the state of Wisconsin is also known for its lumber and beer. You can also add the long list of marathon events to the things that the state is known for. The Paavo Nurmi is consid ..read more
262.run – The pursuit of happiness and finish lines
1y ago
Best In-Person & Virtual Marathons in West Virginia for 2022
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West Virginia
West Virginia earns the recognition as the only state to be part of the Union through the proclamation of the President of the United States. It became a state in 1863. This is a highly forested state; in fact, it is third in the country in terms of the amount of forested areas. For this reason, the timber industry and protected woodlands are thriving in this state. It is also the only state that is located completely within the Appalachian Mountain region. Hence, it isn’t a surprise that West Virg ..read more
262.run – The pursuit of happiness and finish lines
1y ago
Best In-Person & Virtual Marathons in Washington for 2022
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Washington
Washington is the only US state that was named after a President. It became a state in 1889 and the 42nd state to join the Union. It shares borders with two other states: Oregon and Idaho. The capital city of Washington is Olympia but Seattle is the most populated city. In fact, almost 60% of the Washington population lives in Seattle. The state is known as the largest apple producer in the US. Washington is also home to several marathon races that gets participation from the avid marathon runners annual ..read more