Marathon Training Academy22 Mar 2025

How to Get Into the World Marathon Majors (Part 2)

In this podcast episode we talk about why you should run the World Marathon Majors; and how to get into the Berlin, Chicago, and NYC Marathons.

Plus we share a special announcement about a trip we are hosting to Dublin, Ireland!

The Abbott World Marathon Majors is the most prestigious marathon series in the world, hosting over 250,000 runners per year, and millions applying for a bib. There are basically 4 ways to get into each marathon as a non-elite runner.

Enter the lottery
Run for charity
Qualify with a fast time
Travel with a tour company

But as you will hear, there are many exceptions, nuances, and backdoor ways to get into the Majors.

Links Mentioned in This Episode

Sports Tours International USA -Join us at the Dublin Marathon! Get a race bib and 3 nights at a 4-start hotel. Use code MTA when you book your spot.

Joint Health Plus! -Protect your joint cartilage from breakdown. Use code MTA for 15% off your first order.

AG1 -It’s the perfect time to start a new healthy habit and AG1 is offering new subscribers a FREE $76 gift when you sign up. You’ll get a Welcome Kit, a bottle of D3K2 AND 5 free travel packs in your first box.

Speak with a Running Coach about one-on-one coaching or join the Academy and use a MTA training plan.

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