This is a 26.6km race, which is the ideal stepping stone from a half marathon to a full marathon. The MBNA Chester Metric Marathon is one of the events in our Chester Triple series – run three for a Chester Triple medal!
What is a metric marathon?
The Metric Marathon distance 26.2km (16.3mile) is an ideal stepping stone for runners to progress from a half marathon through to a full 26.2 mile marathon.
What is Chester Marathon like?
The route is largely flat with some short hills or gradual climbs which are predominantly in the second half of the course. 70% of runners achieved a personal best marathon time. First Aid at the start, along the course and at the finish will be provided by St John Ambulance.
What is the route of the Chester Marathon?
Turning down Sandy Lane the route passes alongside the River Dee and through Huntington onto rural country lanes. After running through Aldford then you join the marathon runners in Churton on the return to Chester, to finish on Castle Drive.
What time does the Chester metric marathon start?
10:15am
The unique MBNA Chester Metric Marathon is a 26.2km (16.3mile) race, which is the ideal stepping stone from a half marathon to a full marathon.
MBNA Chester Metric Marathon.
| Date | Sunday 2nd October, 2022 |
|---|---|
| Area | Cheshire |
| Start postcode | CH1 2LY |
| Start time | 10:15am |
| Organiser | Amanda Newall |
What’s the difference between a marathon and a metric marathon?
Yeah, you read that right, a Metric marathon, 26.2K instead of 26.2 miles. Seems infinitely less painful than a full, and works out nicely, being the first weekend of October, as a tester for late Autumn marathons (of which I have two).
How far is a metric marathon in miles?
16.3 miles
‘ Many runners might be unaware what a metric marathon actually is and I’ll be honest, initially I was a bit clueless. Its 26.2 kilometres or 16.3 miles depending on what you work in.
What is the flattest marathon in the UK?
/ Manchester Marathon
1 / Manchester Marathon
One of the four most popular marathons in Europe, and the UK’s flattest, and friendliest. The hugely popular route has been improved further to include an additionals ection that takes you through the heart of the city.
How long is Chester metric marathon?
The MBNA Chester Metric Marathon is now a popular fixture in the race calendar, giving you the only opportunity in the UK to run over this distance. This is a 26.6km race, which is the ideal stepping stone from a half marathon to a full marathon.
Is Chester Races flat or jumps?
The racecourse’s position in the city makes race meetings at Chester very popular as it is only a very short stroll to all the hotels, bars, shopping and restaurants. The racecourse itself is just over 1-mile (1.6 km) long, flat and raced anti-clockwise or left-handed.
Can you take beer into Chester races?
A moderate amount of alcohol (two cans of beer or half a bottle of wine per person) can only be brought on to the Open Course via car. No alcohol may be brought onto the site by foot. All alcohol brought onto the site by racegoers must be consumed in the car park picnic area.
How many people enter the Chester Marathon?
The MBNA Chester Marathon is the 3x winner of the UK’s best marathon (up to 5,000 runners) and home to the England Athletics Age Group Masters Championships.
Is Chester Half Marathon flat?
The Chester Half Marathon offers one of the flattest routes in many years, with a spectacular city centre finish. You will run past some of Chester’s historic landmarks at the very start of the race too.
How long does it take to train for a marathon?
between 16 and 20 weeks
Most runners take between 16 and 20 weeks to train for a marathon. As you build up to the race, your heart, muscles and mind need to be conditioned for the exertion ahead, so following a strict training plan which gradually ups the ante and improves your fitness and stamina is very important.
Can you walk the marathon des Sables?
Yes, walking is a good option – in fact it’s positively encouraged if it gets you to the line. You will be doing the equivalent of five and a half regular marathons in the space of just six days. And you will carry everything you need on your back.
What time does the Chester Marathon finish?
1 – 10 / 2404
| Pos | Gun time | Finish |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 02:20:26 | 07:07 |
| 2 | 02:22:58 | 07:56 |
| 3 | 02:26:32 |
What is the best marathon pace?
For an elite runner, a good marathon time is between 2:02 and 2:10 for men and 2:15 and 2:25 for women. 1 But a good time for an elite runner is different from a good time for an amateur. For you, a good time might be anywhere from 3:00 to 5:00.
What is the walking equivalent of a marathon?
It can take up to 4 or 4.5 hours to walk a half-marathon without stopping, but some walkers can finish the distance in 3–4 hours. Marathon: 26.2 miles or 42 kilometers. It can 6.5 to 8 hours or more to walk a marathon at a moderate pace, depending on your pace and how often you stop.
Do marathon runners jog or run?
While jogging can help improve fitness, if you are hoping to run your first marathon or improve your 5k time, you will need to follow a training plan and be running. Other than the instances that we listed early in the article, running will be more appropriate than jogging.
Should you run 26 miles before marathon?
You should not run 26 miles before a marathon.
If you run 26 miles before a marathon, you put your body at risk for injury and poor performance since you will likely not be recovered by race day.
How long does it take to walk a marathon distance?
between six and nine hours
Walking marathon FAQs
It is estimated that walking a marathon will take between six and nine hours to complete. This is totally dependent on the individual’s pace, but taking the average walking pace – approximately 3.1 miles per hour – would give you a finish time of just over eight hours.