Building Healthy Habits

Interested in learning more about our youth programs? Check out our site to see

what we're doing to get kids fit around the country. Our programs in all 50 states

(and across the globe!) teach children in schools and community centers to think

and act responsibly, and to bring those lessons home with them. With numerous

resources and community events to choose from, you can get your kids involved

in our youth programs wherever you live.

Cross the Finish Line

Get a taste of the ING New York City Marathon course on Sunday, October 28,

at the Poland Spring Marathon Kickoff. A 5-mile race on the roads of Central Park,

this event features the same iconic finish line that has been changing lives for more

than 40 years. Our proud sponsor, Poland Spring® Brand 100% Natural Spring Water,

will be providing product, giveaways, and more at the Poland Spring tent on race day.

Marathon Thrills

One of the best parts of the ING New York City Marathon is that it includes everyone:

spectators, fans, running enthusiasts, and non-runners who come out to cheer every

year! Spectators in NYC can get involved in many different events throughout race week.

The Marathon in a Motorcoach tour on Thursday, Friday, or Saturday morning of race

week allows everyone to preview the 26.2-mile course. If you're looking for some VIP

access for you or your friends, get Blue Line Lounge Presented by Tata Consultancy

Services tickets for the best views and delectable fare at the finish line!

A Five-Borough Competition

Rally behind your favorite borough with the Foot Locker Five Borough Challenge, the

race within a race that takes place within the ING New York City Marathon. These five

runners, selected to run together as a team, have overcome major challenges and are

getting ready to run 26.2 on November 4. Get to know the team and follow their stories

on Facebook.

Race to Deliver

When you register for the 4-mile Race to Deliver on Sunday, November 18, you'll be

helping to provide nutritious meals to men, women, and children living with illnesses

in and around NYC.

God's Love We Deliver is raising funds through this event and their website to provide

life-sustaining meals and nutritional counseling. Adults and kids alike can join us on

race day to get moving and show their support.

This Weekend's Event

Fastest Feet in NYC

Claim your spot at the starting line of the fastest one-mile straightaway in NYC: the NYRR Fifth Avenue Mile Presented by Nissan on September 22. Check out the schedule of heats online, so you can plan for yours. This year kids 8 to 14 will cheer on the pros, who compete in the afternoon heats. When the kids cap off the day at 1:15 p.m., the pros will be at the finish for high-fives and congratulations.

Visit Nissan Innovation for Endurance Zones at each quarter-mile mark to enjoy entertainment and get special giveaways. Nissan vehicles will mark these zones, making them easy for spectators and runners to spot. Olympian Kara Goucher will be at the awards stage at the finish (Fifth Avenue and 60th Street) signing autographs from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and then listen for her on the mic during the pro women's heat at 12:45.

For more information about our races and events all year long, check out our 2012 calendar.