{"id":1630,"date":"2023-04-05T06:23:55","date_gmt":"2023-04-05T10:23:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usa.marathontours.com\/about-us-2\/"},"modified":"2026-02-11T16:23:48","modified_gmt":"2026-02-11T21:23:48","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"<div  class=\"custom-acf-block wp-block-acf-page-header alignfull has--background-color has--gradient-background\" style=\"\"><section class=\"hero\"><div class=\"grid-container grid-container-gutter\"><div class=\"grid-row grid-row-gutter\"><div class=\"grid-item grid-item-1\"><div class=\"offset-v\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<h1 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-post-title\">About<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" class=\"hero__bg-image wp-image-1688 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/marathon-tours-about-us.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/marathon-tours-about-us.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/marathon-tours-about-us-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/marathon-tours-about-us-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/marathon-tours-about-us-768x512.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1500\/1000;\" \/><\/section><\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"custom-acf-block wp-block-acf-breadcrumbs alignfull has--background-color has--gradient-background\" style=\"\"><section class=\"content-panel title\"><div class=\"grid-container grid-container-gutter\"><div class=\"grid-row grid-row-gutter\"><div class=\"grid-item grid-item-1\"><div class=\"breadcrumbs-wrapper\"><a class=\"breadcrumbs__home\" href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" viewBox=\"0 0 40 40\"><g transform=\"translate(1105 -942)\"><circle cx=\"20\" cy=\"20\" r=\"20\" transform=\"translate(-1105 942)\" fill=\"#fdf0ee\"\/><path d=\"M18.9,10.618l.026,5.911a2.654,2.654,0,0,1-.018.3v.6A1.476,1.476,0,0,1,17.427,18.9h-.591c-.041,0-.081-.033-.122,0-.052-.03-.1,0-.155,0H14.473A1.476,1.476,0,0,1,13,17.427V14.178A1.18,1.18,0,0,0,11.815,13H9.452A1.18,1.18,0,0,0,8.27,14.178v3.249A1.476,1.476,0,0,1,6.793,18.9H4.73c-.055,0-.111,0-.166-.007s-.089.007-.133.007H3.84a1.477,1.477,0,0,1-1.477-1.477V13.292c0-.033,0-.07,0-.1v-2.57H1.183A1.17,1.17,0,0,1,0,9.433a1.2,1.2,0,0,1,.37-.886L9.836.3a1.064,1.064,0,0,1,.812-.3,1.242,1.242,0,0,1,.779.259l3.932,3.459V2.363a1.181,1.181,0,0,1,1.181-1.181h1.181A1.181,1.181,0,0,1,18.9,2.363V6.83l1.949,1.717a1,1,0,0,1,.406.886,1.193,1.193,0,0,1-1.181,1.185Z\" transform=\"translate(-1096 953)\" fill=\"#CC092F\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><ul class=\"breadcrumbs\"><li class=\"current\">About<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">Welcome to Marathon Tours &amp; Travel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Exploring the Seven Continents One Stride at a Time.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Founded by runner and travel visionary Thom Gilligan in 1979, Marathon Tours &amp; Travel (MTT) is a longstanding recognized leader and innovator in the destination travel industry for runners and their supporters. With offices in Boston (USA), Manchester (UK), Adelaide (Australia) and Shanghai (China), we are truly a global running travel company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">We are an approved International Tour Operator to many marathons and other running events, including the Abbott World Marathon Majors (AbbottWMM), which consist of the Boston Marathon\u00ae presented by Bank of America, TCS London Marathon, TCS New York City Marathon, BMW BERLIN-MARATHON, Bank of America Chicago Marathon, the TOKYO MARATHON, TCS Sydney Marathon presented by ASICS, and candidate races &#8211; the Sanlam Cape Town Marathon &amp; Shanghai Marathon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Our global team of Trip Designers, Trip Leaders and Trip Specialists makes each trip we offer unique and special. We have sought out the best in the industry to ensure your experience exceeds your expectations. The combined knowledge and experience of the current Team far outweighs others in the endurance sports travel industry. We look forward to our continued growth and providing a high-quality experience at the best value to YOU \u2013 our client.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide icon-grid-pattern is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">What can Marathon Tours &amp; Travel offer me?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c9ee0c5a wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/icon-excursions.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-207 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>PEACE OF MIND<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-grey-color has-text-color has-base-font-size\">Our passion is running and travel. We have team of professionals on hand to ensure your trip runs smoothly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c9ee0c5a wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/icon-entry.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-206 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>GUARANTEED ENTRY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-grey-color has-text-color has-base-font-size\">We offer you guaranteed race entry to running events around the world as part of an exciting travel package.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c9ee0c5a wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/icon-transfers.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-211 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase\">LOGISTICS COVERED <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-grey-color has-text-color has-base-font-size\">We look after all the logistics so you can focus on what really matters \u2013 your race and enjoying the local sights.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:43px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile media-and-text-pattern\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-cd86aea5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0;line-height:1\">Marathon Tours &amp; Travel has more than 47 years&#8217; experience offering travel services to runners and their travel companions. Our staff consists of career travel professionals who have combined experience of over 100 years.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:0\">We offer both group packages and individually customized travel arrangements. Check out the Featured Races to learn more about over 40 of the world&#8217;s most popular running events and our special group rates. These packages include many exclusive features including guaranteed entry into such events as the <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.co.uk\/world-marathon-majors\/\">Abbott World Marathon Majors<\/a>. Additionally, we have created races in <a href=\"https:\/\/usa.marathontours.com\/events\/antarctica-marathon\/\" data-type=\"events\" data-id=\"821\">Antarctica<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/usa.marathontours.com\/events\/madagascar-marathon-half-marathon\/\" data-type=\"events\" data-id=\"1433\">Madagascar<\/a> for our clients to experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure to check our <a href=\"https:\/\/usa.marathontours.com\/runners-country-club\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1639\">Runners Country Club page<\/a> for frequent updates on new locations that we have planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/wpblocktheme\/assets\/images\/blog\/blog-placeholder-03.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2400\/1350;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile media-and-text-pattern\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"\/wp-content\/themes\/wpblocktheme\/assets\/images\/blog\/blog-placeholder-03.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-107 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 2400px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 2400\/1350;\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-cd86aea5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Run on all Seven Continents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Want to run a marathon on all seven continents? Why not join the <a href=\"https:\/\/usa.marathontours.com\/seven-continents-club\/\">Seven Continents Club\u00ae&#xfe0f;<\/a> and receive some VIP benefits the next time that you travel with us. As the official travel agency for the <a href=\"https:\/\/usa.marathontours.com\/events\/boston-marathon\/\" data-type=\"events\" data-id=\"140\">BAA Boston Marathon<\/a>, we guarantee the lowest hotel rates at over 30 hotels in the city. We understand how important your marathon and trip is to you. You want to trust your travel plans with a company who has been in it for the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t take our word for it! Read what some of our past travelers have to say about their running adventures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/usa.marathontours.com\/seven-continents-club\/\">Read More<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Events By Type<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile media-and-text-pattern\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/MicrosoftTeams-image-8-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1555 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-cd86aea5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0;line-height:1\">Marathons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:0\">We have a passion for all things running and travel. What better way to combine the two as you feel the buzz of a running event, while exploring the sights and sounds of some of the most spectacular destinations on earth! We can offer you entry, transport, accommodation, local reps on the ground to help during your trip, and everything in-between, giving you the chance to focus on what really matters \u2013 the start line and the sights.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/usa.marathontours.com\/marathons\/\">Read More &gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile media-and-text-pattern\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/new-york-city-marathon-header-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-668 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-cd86aea5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0;line-height:1\">Abbott World Marathon Majors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Abbott Word Marathon Majors are the flagship events of international Marathon running.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are very pleased to offer travel packages to Abbott World Marathon Major events with the option to buy guaranteed entry as part of a travel package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/usa.marathontours.com\/course-types\/abbot-world-marathon-majors\/\">Read More &gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile media-and-text-pattern\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/SouthAfrica_BigFiveMarathon-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2249 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/684;\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-cd86aea5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0;line-height:1\">Ultra &amp; Adventure Marathons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:0\">If you prefer to run off the beaten track, or just fancy a change of scenery, take on one of our adventure marathons! These range from the icy shores of Antarctica to the sandy dunes of the Petra Desert. These are unique races that should be on everyone&#8217;s bucket list so get your place now and make this your year of adventure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/usa.marathontours.com\/types\/ultra-marathons\/\">Read More &gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile media-and-text-pattern\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Berlin-Half-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-687 size-full lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-cd86aea5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0;line-height:1\">Half Marathons &amp; 10k&#8217;s<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:0\">Marathon Tours are pleased to offer runners travel packages to international half marathon or 10K events. Taking part in a half marathon or 10K gives runners the chance to experience the thrill of running a half marathon or 10K event, while exploring a new town or city. We can offer you guaranteed entry, accommodation, guided support and more. We focus on the logistics, so you can focus on taking part and enjoying your surroundings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/usa.marathontours.com\/course-types\/half-marathon-10k\/\">Read More &gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:53px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">As Mentioned In<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div  class=\"custom-acf-block wp-block-acf-logo-carousel alignwide\" style=\"\"><div class=\"acf-block__container\"><section class=\"content-panel logo-slider\"><div class=\"grid-container grid-container-gutter\"><div class=\"grid-row grid-row-gutter\"><div class=\"grid-item grid-item-1\"><div id=\"logo-slider\" class=\"splide v-xxxl\" aria-label=\"Logo Slider\"><div class=\"splide__track\"><ul class=\"splide__list\"><li class=\"splide__slide\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"144\" height=\"49\" class=\"wp-image-1668 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/05\/Womens-Running-Logo.png\" alt=\"\"  src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 144px; 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