ASICS Greater Manchester Marathon
The UK's flattest, fasted and friendliest marathon is back!
ASICS Greater Manchester Marathon is back on Sunday 7th April and Hits Radio is going to be there once again.
With only 54m elevation gain, Manchester's marathon is the UK's flattest, the course attracts runners of all ages and abilities, from first time marathoners and charity runners, to elite athletes looking for a PB.
This spring the ASICS Greater Manchester Marathon will be celebrating its biggest ever turnout and boasts superb crowds and first class entertainment along the 26.2 mile route.
Hits Radio will cheering you along during the last few miles to help ensure you're dancing across the finish line.
Think a marathon sounds like a little bit too much like hard work? Beginners and anyone else wanting to experience the inspirational atmosphere can team up with friends and enter one of the team relays.
The 2-leg relay gives runners the chance to experience the big marathon atmosphere as a team of two running a half marathon each. The 4-leg relay team challenge sees teams of four runners cover the distance between them.
Places are selling out fast so if you think this sounds like your kind of event make sure you sign up now.
Hits Radio weekend presenter Alex James will be taking on the challenge of running the ASICS Manchester Marathon on 7th April. The team at ASICS have excellent advice for runners like Alex taking on the 26.2 miles for the first time. Find out how Alex is getting on with his training here.
Want to run and raise money for Cash for Kids? Click here to find out more about getting a free charity place and to join Team Hits Radio.