Author: Kelsey Petersen

Marathon Tapering: How to Properly Prepare for Race Day

Marathon runners are no strangers to the physical and mental challenges that come with preparing for race day.  Months of intense training, strict diets, and a grueling exercise routine can take a toll on the body and mind.  However, even after putting in all the hard work, many runners still struggle with the fear of […]

Marathon Recovery Plan: How to Recover Quickly After a Marathon

The marathon is one of the most challenging and rewarding endurance events a runner can undertake. The sense of accomplishment that comes with crossing the finish line is truly unparalleled.  However, the intense physical demands of the race can take a toll on the body, leaving runners feeling sore, fatigued, and drained. That’s why having […]

3-Month Marathon Training Plan for Pros & Beginners

Running a marathon is a challenging journey. You could prepare for months and still struggle on race day. Most people (especially beginners) approach marathon training by simply running daily, but, it’s more than that. To win a marathon, you need a structure- a marathon training plan. And if you can spare 3 months before race […]

Comprehensive 12 Weeks Marathon Training Plan

Have you ever thought about running a marathon? It’s a challenging yet incredibly rewarding experience that requires grit, determination, and a whole lot of training.  But where do you even begin with your training? How do you build up your endurance and avoid injuries? And what about nutrition and gear?  With our comprehensive 12-week marathon […]

Marathon Checklist: What to Do Before, During, and After the Race

Are you gearing up for an upcoming marathon? Congratulations! You’ve taken the first step towards an exhilarating journey that promises to push your limits and test your endurance.  However, preparing for a marathon can be overwhelming, especially if it’s your first one. There’s a lot to consider, from training and nutrition to gear and logistics. […]

CHARITY SPOTLIGHT – Girls on the Run OC

We Inspire Girls to be joyful, healthy & confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. At Girls on the Run, all girls are inspired and motivated to understand and accept others, while standing up for what they believe. Girls on the Run reaches girls at a critical stage, strengthening their confidence at […]

CHARITY SPOTLIGHT – Casa OC

What is Casa OC? Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Orange County is a non-profit organization serving our county’s most severely abused, abandoned and neglected children through the recruitment, training, and supervision of community volunteers who advocate for their best interests. It is the CASA volunteer who advocates to ensure that a child who cannot […]

CHARITY SPOTLIGHT – Seneca Family of Agencies

Seneca fosters Unconditional Care for children and families going through the most difficult times of their lives! With your support, Seneca offers mental health, education support, and adoption/placement services to 1,000 children in OC. Seneca believes that children and youth do not themselves fail, but are failed by systems unable to address their complex and specialized needs. Since 1985, Seneca has […]

CHARITY SPOTLIGHT – HD Care

HD-CARE is a University of California Irvine support group, 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization. The “HD” in HD-CARE stands for Huntington’s Disease, a progressive, inherited neurodegenerative brain disorder for which there is currently no treatment or cure.  “CARE” denotes the organization’s promotion of Community, Advocacy, Research, and Education.  Huntington’s Disease (HD) is a progressive, inherited neurodegenerative brain disorder for […]

Inspirational Participants

As a High School student in Lakewood, CA, Brandon Neri doesn’t let his Cerebral Palsy stop him for helping those less fortunate. After Team World Vision visited his school last year he decided he wanted to run the 2019 OC Half Marathon as part of their team. The money that he raises will help Team […]

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: Title Sponsor SDCCU

The OC Marathon is proud to partner with SDCCU again as our title sponsor!  As one of the largest credit unions in California, SDCCU operates five branches in Orange County. SDCCU strives to save their customers money and keep up with busy lifestyles by offering FREE checking, mobile banking, mortgage loans, auto loans, VISA credit cards, […]

KROC AWARDED YOUTH PROGRAM OF THE YEAR

Founded in 2004, Kids Run the OC is one of the nation’s largest youth running and fitness programs. The OC Marathon Foundation created Kids Run the OC to inspire kids to fitness, promote a healthy lifestyle and combat the onset of childhood obesity. The ten week youth fitness program concludes with the children running their […]

Runner’s World Magazine features OC Half Marathon!

Runner’s World Magazine featured the OC Half Marathon in its article “Best Half Marathon – Run 13.1 Miles in these beautiful and fun destinations.” The article features Half Marathons with beautiful courses, fun after parties and exciting twists and turns. The OC Half Marathon received recognition for its “flat, fast course” and unbeatable waterfront views.  We […]

Southern California Half Marathons & Marathons

There’s nothing more exciting than running a destination marathon; however, sometimes the wallet and time don’t allow for it year round. Here’s a little calendar of local Southern California half marathon, marathon & 5k & 10k races to keep you on schedule for the OC Marathon Running Festival training!

Running Clubs in Southern California

So you want to run a marathon? Or maybe a half marathon? But you need to train. Training with a group can uplift runners and motivate you to stay on a consistent schedule. We’ve put together a list of running clubs in Southern California so you can find one that works out for you.

10 Reasons to Run the OC

Picture palm trees, sunny skies, an ocean breeze and a starting line that’s sure to please. You just experienced a small portion of the OC Marathon. Sounds like a vacation, right? We put together a list of 10 Reasons why you should #runtheOC to give you that little push you’ve been needing to get you […]

SDCCU Sponsor Spotlight

SDCCU® (San Diego County Credit Union ®) is a proud community partner. Founded in 1938 on the principle that people come first and profits second, we believe our forward-thinking approach to the financial industry is what propelled SDCCU to become one of the largest credit unions in the country, proudly serving the financial needs of […]

Where do Out-of-Town Marathon Guests Stay?

You have been working so hard preparing for this race. For months, or even years, you have been hitting the pavement, counting the miles, nursing your sore legs, annoying your running buddy when they don’t feel like running, and having them do the same to you. You’re registered, you have your race day shoes, you […]

If You Believe You Can Achieve

In the summer of 2015, I had hit my all-time highest weight. I was nearly 170 lbs. and when running or playing with my then 6 year old daughter, I couldn’t keep up. I knew I had bad knees but the weight wasn’t helping. I went to get the MRI’s in both knees… the result […]

There’s Something About The OC Marathon

There’s something about the OC Marathon that keeps me coming back year after year. I have run races all over the world, but the OC Marathon will always be one of my favorites. The 2018 edition will be my fifth consecutive year running the race.  It was my first full marathon and I have been […]

Marathon Training Schedule & Plan

MARATHON TRAINING SCHEDULE & PLANS https://youtu.be/78TFZX8neOY HOW TO TRAIN FOR A MARATHON OC MARATHON TRAINING SCHEDULE We hope you will join us for our celebratory marathon! We can help you get ready for the marathon, whether it’s your first or 20th marathon. We’ve compiled a list of marathon training schedule resources, as well as put […]