The Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) is a 26.2-mile road race.
The MCM has been run every year since 1976. In 2008, the MCM was the nation’s 5th largest race by finishers. Basically, Marine Marathon is an intense 26.2 miles and a source to discover the physical fitness. This event is organized in Virginia, Arlington and Washington D.C. the race is also recognized from the title, “The People’s Marathon” as it is attended by a large number of runners every year. It is held every year on last Sunday of October.
Similarly, this year too Marine Corps Marathon is celebrating its 34th annual marathon anniversary. The 34th Marine Marathon will be held on October 25, 2009. This mega event is featuring on different activities which include health and Fitness Expo. The 2009 fitness program started from Friday and will end on Saturday at Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC, approximately, over 200 exhibitors took place. An interesting thing is that every year some of the participants participate regularly in this marathon. But the 2008 MCM winners were Andrew Dumm and Cate Fester in men’s and women category, participated in the Marathon for the first time.
Rick Katzada, the runner said, “It’s tough, it’s tough, but if you train right I don’t think you’ll have a problem,” A 55-years old Rick Katzada will runs his 20th marathon this Sunday at the Marine Corps. According to him, he says despite training there’s always a chance something could happen. Special preparation and planning have been making for this year marathon. Planners for the Marine Corps are prepared for the medical emergencies. According to the medical set-up, 11 aid stations with hundreds of roving paramedics and two major medicals camps will be planned. Capt. Bruce Adams, Marathon Director stated,