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Gulf Shores Marathon 2026

Join thousands of runners in one of the world’s most iconic and prestigious marathons. Whether you’re running the full marathon or a half marathon, prepare for an unforgettable journey through the heart of the city. Start training today and make this year your time to race and experience the excitement of a world-class marathon.

Gulf Shores, AL

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Jan 10, 2026

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Gulf Shores to Gulf Shores

Gulf Shores Marathon 2026, "The Gulf Shores Marathon 2026 offers a scenic coastal route along Alabama�s beautiful Gulf Coast. With views of the white sandy beaches and tranquil waters, it�s a race filled with breathtaking scenery and perfect weather."

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January 2, 2026

Training 4+ Times a Week Matters More Than Calories

When you train four or more times a week, what matters most is not hitting a precise calorie number, but maintaining energy availability, protein consistency, smart carb timing, and solid sleep and hydration so performance and recovery can keep up.

Nutrition

January 2, 2026

HOW TO FUEL A HYBRID TRAINING WEEK WITHOUT COUNTING CALORIES

Hybrid training weeks work best when your food flexes with your training load, eating more on heavy, high-output days and less on lighter days, so you can perform hard, recover faster, and stay consistent without counting calories.

Nutrition

January 2, 2026

WEEKLY NUTRITION RESET (WITHOUT DETOXES OR CLEANSES)

A 3-day, dietitian-designed normalization reset that replaces detoxes and cleanses with consistent meals, enough carbs, and training-aligned fueling so you regain stable energy, better digestion, and more enjoyable workouts without restriction.

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Prepare for Race Day Like a Pro

From injury prevention to race-day strategies, get all the essential tips and advice you need to crush the Boston Marathon. Check out our expert resources and training guides to make every step count.