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While you are training for your personal record (PR), the Philadelphia Marathon is reaching its own PR!  Faster than ever, the full marathon has sold out and the half marathon just closed days ago.
 
Since its founding in 1994, the Philadelphia Marathon has grown steadily through the years. The first race began with only 1,500 participants — known among Philadelphians as “The Little Race That Could.” Last year, 18,000 runners “Kicked Asphalt” during the Philadelphia Marathon’s 15th anniversary.  And now, the reachable goal of 20,000 runners is in view as 18,000 runners have registered to show us what “Running Means,” the theme of this year’s race. 
 
I’ve already began receiving emails and phone calls from fellow runners (and walkers) who missed their chance to run the full or half marathon. Many people figured that the race didn’t fill up until closer to the race date, but this year registrations were up by more than 6,500 than this time a year ago. For those who still want to be a part of the 2009 Philadelphia Marathon, the Rothman Institute 8K and team is still open.
 
And if long-distance running or walking isn’t for you, don’t forget, being a spectator not only keeps the race participants engaged throughout the race, but it serves as day-long entertainment. The zany costumes, cheetah-like elite runners and the familiar faces of your friends and family keep the Philadelphia Marathon from reaching a dull moment.

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