When: October 29
Half-Marathon
Where: Orlando
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Info: www.disneyworldmarathon.com
Why run it: To take a flat, fast, early-morning tour of Epcot and the Magic Kingdom before you take the kids. They'll also love your Donald Duck finisher's medal.
Canyonlands Half-Marathon
Where: Moab, Utah
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Info: www.moabhalfmarathon.org/halfm/halfm.html
Why run it: To appreciate red-rock beauty. This point-to-point net-descent course starts 11 miles up Highway 128 and zigzags along the banks of the Colorado River.
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Where: Indianapolis
Where: Moab, Utah
Info: www.500festival.com
Why run it: To start your engines. The flat, fast course includes a lap around the Indianapolis motor speedway, home of the world-
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Where: Idaho Springs, Colorado
When: August 12
Info: www.bkbltd.com
Why run it: To run with some altitude. This scenic, rolling course starts at 8,500 feet at Georgetown Lake, tours the historic town's north side, then runs along the scenic banks of Clear Creek, finishing at 7,500 feet.
Manhattan Half-Marathon
Where: New York City
Where: San Diego
Info: www.nyrr.org/grandprix/
manhattan.php
Why run it: To tour New York's famous Central Park, or to prep for the ING New York City Marathon.
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Info: www.afchalf.com
Why run it: To see why triathletes love to run in San Diego. The point-to-point course begins at the historic Cabrillo National Monument with views of San Diego Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
Rock 'N' Roll Half-Marathon
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When: October 29
Info: www.rnrhalf.com
Why run it: To get in on the rockin' action. The race, which runs along the oceanfront and finishes on the boardwalk, features 20 bands and 16 cheering squads.
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Where: Philadelphia
When: August 20
Info: www.runphilly.com
Why run it: To set a PR. This classic American road race usually attracts a strong elite field enticed by a large prize purse and a flat, fast course that is perfect for setting records.
Chicago Half-Marathon
Where: Chicago
When: September 24
Info: www.chicagohalfmarathon.com
Why run it: To experience the Windy City's most popular path along Lake Michigan. The course starts and finishes at the Museum of Science and Industry, and winds past the Jackson Park golf course before heading to Lake Shore Drive for seven-plus miles.
Big Sur Half-Marathon
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When: October 29
Info: www.bigsurhalfmarathon.org
Why run it: To take in classic views of the Pacific Coast. Start at historic downtown Monterey's Fisherman's Wharf, then head to the Pacific Grove coastline for an out-and-back course that offers great views of Monterey Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
Why run it: To tour New Yorks famous Central Park, or to prep for the ING New York City Marathon Runner’s World DAA Industry Opt Out Runner's World Race Everything. Unofficially called the “Mayor of Running,” Yasso is the public face of Runner’s World Big Sur Half-Marathon Runner’s World since 1987 and has been instrumental in growing what was once a very small race sponsorship program to one that has linked the brand with thousands of races and millions of runners. One of the icons of the sport, Yasso has been inducted into the Running USA Hall of Champions. He resides in Emmaus, Pennsylvania.
