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A London Marathon Story

May 15, 2026 • Blanche M.

We are happy to share this story submitted by Blanche M., a blind runner who completed the 2026 TCS London Marathon with her guide Carolyn. Warm, spectator lined closed streets, thronging crowds, 59,800 runners & us! It was an awe- inspiring sight & atmosphere, running the world’s most desirable marathon. After a long journey of winter training to the start...

New And Improved Running Routes in Major European Cities

In the spring of 2025, Great Runs spent time researching what’s new to the running scene in some of the largest cities in Eu...

The Best Places to Run in Top Summer Vacation Destinations

The summer family vacation. Whether the plan is to head to one of the top visited cities, the beach, a National Park, or tourist a...

The Best Five Cities for Running in Asia

Finding a great place to run in some cities in Asia can be challenging. They can be crowded, dense, car-centric, and traffic-choke...

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