The IMT Des Moines Marathon

IMT DES MOINES MARATHON

Dates

OCTOBER 16 & 17, 2021

Closing Line

TWENTY IN TWENTY-ONE

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"It was awesome!
My first half marathon and it couldn't have been a better course to start with! The support groups and volunteers were amazing.
It was a well run day start to finish!"
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"The hospitality, scenic course and race amenities make this a world-class race for sure!"
MyTeam Triumph
"Fantastic event!
The course displayed a lot of Des Moines and was lined with spectators throughout."
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"I can think of only a handful of times when I've posted five stars across the board.
In this case, I would have considered six stars."
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"It should be on every marathoner’s to-do list,” Jeff Galloway, U.S. Olympian and
America's Running Coach.
I-35 Challenge
"I'd recommend this race
to any and to all.
The I-35 Challenge makes Iowa
a great option for 50 State clubs."
Ricarrdo
"An overall great race!
Thanks to all of the volunteers who were cheering.
That support was amazing!"
kids-run
"The IMT Des Moines Marathon knows how to celebrate the sport of running ...
for all ages!"
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IN THE NEWS

It’s More Than a Medal

It’s More Than a Medal

by Stefanie Harper | Oct 24, 2021

I know there has been controversy the last few years about giving a participation trophy to every young member of a sports team. I can understand both sides of the discussion, but the medals hanging on my wall are not “participation trophies.” They are much more than...

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Approaching the Finish Line

Approaching the Finish Line

by Shelia Maddock | Oct 24, 2021

Now that the final week before the IMT DMM Weekend has arrived, the finish line is in sight: both the finish line of our chosen race and also the finish line of our training cycle!  Now is the time to look back and reflect upon those weeks of hard work and...

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The Time Has Come

The Time Has Come

by James Lensing | Oct 24, 2021

The time has come--twenty weeks in the making. There are many things to be excited about with the race just weeks away. I'm glad to be tapering and resting my legs, as my program allows. I've always thought the IMT Marathon puts on a great expo, and this year looks no...

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CONTACT US

For more information about the Des Moines Marathon, including sponsorship opportunities, don't hesitate to contact Chris Burch at 515-288-2692 or via email at info@desmoinesmarathon.com.