Publix Georgia Marathon & Half Marathon, 5K

February 26, 2023

Location

Atlanta

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Forget the hills in 2021! Atlanta’s Marathon Weekend is moving to Atlanta Motor Speedway with the Atlanta Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K. Runners and walkers can also participate in the Virtual Publix Atlanta Marathon, Half Marathon & 5K or the Virtual Publix Atlanta Kids Marathon.

Moving the event to the speedway in Hampton, GA allows for social distancing and a unique running experience. With three distances to choose from, plus a kids race, this full-weekend celebration of running will show participants from near and far why Atlanta is Running City USA. The 5K will be held under the lights of the Atlanta Motor Speedway’s NASCAR oval on Saturday night. The half marathon and marathon will be held the next day utilizing the 1.5-mile track, its infield, concourse, miles of service roads and large parking lots. The Atlanta Kids Marathon will be held across both days allowing parents to schedule their children’s races in conjunction with their own. For the first time, participants will be able to run the 5K and one of the longer races the following day!

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The fall marathon tradition continues in 2021! While some are training for a personal record in Chicago or Boston, others to finish their first marathon in New York, and some to stay in shape for the spring season, Atlanta Track Club’s In-Training for Fall Marathons program is designed to meet your needs while training at home or in-person. The 14-week program combines structured long runs with additional midweek workouts to help you reach your goals with the support of a community or without having to leave your neighborhood. You pick the marathon and we help you prepare!

In 2021, the In-Training for Fall Marathons program will feature:

  • In-person and virtual options
  • Certified coaches to guide you while keeping you accountable
  • Digital learning opportunities on Tuesday evenings at 8:00 p.m. led by Atlanta’s running and walking experts
  • Small group workouts throughout the city during the week and larger long runs on Saturdays
  • Additional customized training levels to meet your fitness, experience, and goals
  • Individualized workouts to prepare you for the marathon of your choice
  • Daily text/email reminders of workouts powered by Final Surge
  • Online platforms to build community and camaraderie
  • Double-wall stainless steel water bottle courtesy Mizuno for new, in-person participants; returning participants get a sticker to add to your bottle to show your veteran status!

While there are no specific event course limit paces for this training program, we recommend that training participants be able to maintain 14 min/mile for at 10-13 miles at the start of training. This program is not intended for beginners.