Akron Marathon

Celebrate with us!

Wednesday, June 3. All paces welcome!

Recovery checklist after a harder workout:
✅ Rehydrate
✅ Refuel
✅ Rest
✅ Sleep
✅ Gentle Movements
✅ Continued Nutrition
Recovery is part of the plan!

Dr. Shah, Medical Director, Summa Health Sports Medicine also shares what to do 0-6 hours and 1-7 days after a long run or post-race.

Lace up, Akron 👟 The first Blue Line Striders run is coming up Saturday, May 30.

Join Akron Marathon and SummaCare for this one-of-a-kind training experience. Meet Summa Health providers, learn tips on training and recovery while you run or walk the Blue Line at your own pace.

All experience levels are welcome and each session offers a chance to learn something new while connecting with others in the community.

We look forward to seeing you on the Blue Line!

Sign up today at https://ow.ly/It4a50YTl3J

Just 30 days until the Acme Fresh Market Foundation 8k & 1 Mile!

🏃 One big day! Choose between the 8k or 1 Mile
⏰ New, earlier start time! 7:00 AM
🏁 Finish on the 50-yard line at InfoCision Stadium
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family 1 Mile!

Don't miss the kick-off race of the Akron Marathon Race Series presented by Summa Health!

Register at akronmarathon.org/register

Running is better, together!

Check out our list of local running groups!

For some, getting to the start line takes more than training—it takes support.

Through our Akron Marathon Blue Line Runnership Program, we help remove financial barriers so more individuals can experience the mental health benefits of movement, connection, and community with race entry scholarships.

💙 Apply for the Blue Line Runnership Program: akronmarathon.org/runnership/

💙 Donate to help someone else take their first step: amccannualappeal2026.funraise.org/

Special thanks to Summit County Executive's Office for their support of this program!