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Beyond the Miles
The Mankato Marathon paired up with Mayo Clinic Health System to create a new blog that will provide tips for training, nutrition, injury prevention, recovery and other running-related subjects each month from a different Mayo Clinic Health System expert.
Read this month’s post by John Masberg, Mayo Clinic Health clinical Physical Therapist –Injury Prevention
Volunteer Sign Up
Nearly 1,000 volunteers are needed for the 2013 Mankato Marathon to make the weekend run smoothly for our runners. There are many ways to volunteer including course marshal, bicycle medical support and race bag stuffing.
The Mankato Marathon races take place on the weekend of October 19 and 20, 2013. Projected fourth year attendance is 5,000 runners.
For questions about volunteering or to sign up to help in 2013, call Paige at 507-385-6660 or email pschuette@visitmankatomn.com

Training from Start to Finish Line
It’s well known that training for a marathon involves more than just a pair of good running shoes and determination. A successful training program takes into account the entire runner – mind, body and soul. As an added benefit to our runners, the Mankato Marathon has worked with experts in each of these areas to create a well rounded training section. Go>
Attractions & Entertainment
Mankato is a welcoming city that embraces active people like you. We have over 50 miles of local, county and state paved trails nestled in a scenic river valley that is perfect for runners or cyclists.
After a day on our trails you can relax at a concert, gallery or outdoor restaurants with friends. We have a thriving arts community with quality theatre, music, dance and visual arts.
Find out more about attractions, entertainment and culinary experiences not to be missed at www.visitgreatermankato.com.




