26.2 Foundation

10/14/2026

Chicago knows how to put on a show! The electric crowds, the incredible atmosphere, and thousands of runners pushing their limits made this another unforgettable marathon weekend.

Congratulations to this year’s champions! 🇰🇪 Amos Kipruto won the men’s race in 2:01:09, while 🇪🇹 Hawi Feysa claimed the women’s title in 2:13:33. In the wheelchair divisions, 🇨🇭 Marcel Hug took the men’s victory in 1:21:34, and 🇨🇭 Catherine Debrunner won the women’s race in 1:33:16, setting a new world record! 🏆

And a huge congratulations to every runner who took on the 26.2 miles and made race day so special ❤️

Did you run Chicago? Let us know in the comments.

10/11/2026

🎙️🏁 Marathon Talk brings the world of the marathon to life with expert conversations, stories and insights from the sport’s biggest names.

Part of the Abbott World Marathon Majors family since 2022, the UK-based podcast gives athletes and fans a closer look at the people, races and experiences that shape the marathon around the world.

Hosted by Olympic bronze medallist Deena Kastor and Martin Yelling, the show offers an elite perspective on the sport while exploring the stories behind the miles.

With new episodes every two weeks, it’s a great listen for anyone who wants to stay connected to the wider marathon community 🎧👟

Tune in and hear more from the world of marathons.

10/11/2026

Today! 1 pm to 2:30 pm.

10/10/2026

Reminder: Trail opening celebration tomorrow. All are welcome!

10/08/2026

For Lindsay D., running has never been about just one reason. It’s the routine, the rhythm, the challenge, the places it takes her, and the unexpected connections along the way ✨

“I genuinely love running. I love the routine and the rhythm of it” - Lindsay D.

From early morning miles as the city wakes up to exploring new places on foot, running has become a constant in Lindsay’s life. After completing six World Marathon Majors, she still finds herself wanting another marathon because she can’t imagine life without running.

Sydney gave her the chance to take on a new place, a new challenge, and a marathon with an even deeper purpose.

This time, Lindsay ran with Team Inspire and gave some of those miles back by supporting the 26.2 Foundation 🌏💙

We’re proud to have Lindsay on Team Inspire and grateful for every mile she ran for the Foundation in Sydney!

10/08/2026

Hope you can join us!

This Sunday, please join the 26.2 Foundation & the Hopkinton Trails Committee as we celebrate the opening of a half-mile trail loop at the future home of the International Marathon Center.

The Celebration will include:
- Welcome and Thank Yous
- Walking with Awareness, a mindfulness walk along the half-mile loop led by Adina Crawford

We will also have a short ‘chair’ yoga session after the walk, also led by Adina, for those who are not able to join the walk.

Water and snacks will be available. Please dress appropriately for being along the trail, sturdy shoes, consider long pants and long sleeves, bring bug repellant and sunscreen.

Thank you to Athletic Brewing for awarding a grant to the 26.2 Foundation which has allowed us to clear and maintain the trail loop.

Special thanks to Ohketeau Cultural Center who helped us with the signs about Native land, culture and traditions that you will see along the trail.

Onsite parking has been restricted for the event. Please take a free shuttle from the Town Common to/from the site - it will run between 12:15 and 2:30. Or walk from the common (it's about 1/2 mile).

10/04/2026

The BMW Berlin Marathon took over the streets of the German capital on September 27, 2026, for its 52nd edition.

The race is known for a fast, flat course, and this year’s field made the most of it!

Ethiopia claimed both elite titles. Guye Adola won the men’s race in a personal best of 2:02:50, his second Berlin title after 2021. Tigst Assefa won her third Berlin title (2022, 2023, 2026) in 2:11:04, a course record and the third-fastest women’s marathon on record. She held world-record pace until the closing kilometers.

In the wheelchair races, Switzerland’s Marcel Hug won in 1:23:28 and Catherine Debrunner won in 1:35:01.

Well done to every athlete who lined up in Berlin!

10/04/2026

Please join the 26.2 Foundation & the Hopkinton Trails Committee as we celebrate the opening of a half-mile trail loop at the future home of the International Marathon Center.

The Celebration will include:
- Welcome and Thank Yous
- Walking with Awareness, a mindfulness walk along the half-mile loop led by Adina Crawford

We will also have a short ‘chair’ yoga session after the walk, also led by Adina, for those who are not able to join the walk.

Water and snacks will be available. Please dress appropriately for being along the trail, sturdy shoes, consider long pants and long sleeves, bring bug repellant and sunscreen.

Thank you to Athletic Brewing for awarding a grant to the 26.2 Foundation which has allowed us to clear and maintain the trail loop.

Special thanks to Ohketeau Cultural Center who helped us with the signs about Native land, culture and traditions that you will see along the trail.

For more information or if you have questions, please contact [email protected].

10/01/2026

Training for a marathon is a big commitment - but staying healthy along the way is just as important as getting to the start line 👟

According to physical therapists and doctors featured in a recent runnersworld article, many marathon training injuries can be prevented with the right approach, especially for newer runners.

A few key reminders:

🏃‍♀️ Build gradually: Give your body time to adapt instead of increasing training too quickly.

💪 Strength matters: Supporting your running with strength work can help your body handle the demands of marathon training.

🛌 Make recovery part of training: Rest days and adequate recovery aren’t missed training; they’re part of the process.

👂 Listen to your body: Don’t ignore persistent aches or pain. Addressing issues early can help prevent them from becoming bigger problems.

📋 Have a plan: A structured training approach can help you balance mileage, intensity, and recovery.

Marathon training should challenge you, but it shouldn’t mean constantly pushing through pain. Training smart can help you arrive at race day stronger, healthier, and ready to enjoy the experience ✨

Read the full article from runnersworld for more expert advice on staying injury-free during marathon training.

09/29/2026

October is bringing incredible races around the world 🌍✨

From Chicago’s 🇺🇸 fast, flat course to Amsterdam’s 🇳🇱 canal-side streets, Toronto’s 🇨🇦 lakefront route, and marathon festivals in Melbourne 🇦🇺 and Beijing 🇨🇳, there’s no shortage of places to chase your next finish line this month.

Where in the world would you love to run this October?