New York City Marathon 2008
Sunday 2 November 2008
Imagine taking part in one of the most prestigious marathons in the world. Now Imagine taking part in that marathon in one of the most prestigious cities in the world. The New City York Marathon is an event to behold and be part of, challenge yourself to run through 5 of the New York boroughs, taking in the sights and sounds of the ‘city that never sleeps’ as you go. And the best bit? You get to raise hundreds of pounds for your favourite charity!
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Finishing a marathon in Central Park to the sounds of thousands of cheering supporters may be the highlight of this once in a life time marathon run. But then again, the highlight might be running down 5th avenue, or over the Brooklyn Bridge , or perhaps it will be the fantastic views you take in as you pass the empire state building, the list is endless.
This event is not for the faint hearted, but most definatly for anyone willing to push themselves that extra mile. The New York City Marathon really is a truly fantastic way to raise those vital pounds for your chosen charity, the sense of achievement that go hand in hand with this marathon are second to none.
Whether you have your own place or you would like to take advantage of one of our charities' guaranteed places we can put you on the start line on Sunday 9th November 2008 (tbc). Simply click here to request an information pack and to register your interest to run for your favourite charity.
The 2008 New York City Marathon will be held on Sunday 9th November (tbc).
The New York City Marathon follows a 26.2 mile (42km) route uniting dozens of culturally and ethnically diverse neighbourhoods throughout New York's five boroughs: Staten Island, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx and Manhattan
Tens of thousands of people run the New York Marathon every year - many of them for the first time. It's therefore perfectly achievable for the 'average' person to complete the course but you DO need to train - and that means more than just a couple of jogs in the park!
However, help is at hand in our fitness advice pages where we give you an example 16-week Marathon training schedule. Your chosen charity may also be able to give you help and support in terms of your training plan but whatever you do don't do nothing!
Running is one of those great sports where you won't need lots of expensive equipment. Admittedly running shoes can be expensive but they should last for around 500 miles which is 6 months on an average 25 miles/week training schedule. Once again help is at hand in the form of our Kit Advice pages where you will learn the importance of choosing the correct running shoes. But it's not enough to just choose the correct shoes - you've got to buy them at least a couple of months before the event itself so that you can wear them in!
Most charities will ask you to raise £2000 or more to take part in the New York Marathon - the reason for this is that places are extremely limited and they have to pay for flights and hotels etc
However, you shouldn't find it difficult to raise £2000 - after all you don't run a Marathon every day do you?! Top tips include asking your employer to match everything else you raise pound for pound and asking people to sponsor you per mile (so the minimum you'll get from anybody is £26!
Once again more advice is available is on doitforcharity.com on our Fundraising Advice pages and your chosen charity should be able to help out as well
Simply click here to request an information pack and to register your interest in running the New York City Marathon. Hundreds of charities on doitforcharity.com have places available and as long as you commit to raising the minimum sponsorship they will be delighted to have you running on their behalf!
Location:
New York, United States
Registration Fee:
around £100
Distance (KM):
42
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