Are marathons getting easier to run?

With carbon-plated shoes and advanced fuelling, even elite runners are racing more often—and recovering faster

5 fun race signs from the 2025 Ottawa Marathon

Big city marathons always come with great cheer signs, and Ottawa didn’t disappoint

85-year-old runner finishes his 51st consecutive Ottawa Marathon

John Stoddart, 85, was the final finisher of the 2025 Ottawa International Marathon, extending his streak to 51 years