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LATEST RACE INFORMATION
The Maxi Marathon is only around the corner and we are putting the final bits and pieces together this week.We have the Hot Tubs and the BBQ ready to go, all we need now is the sun to come out for a few hours next week.
Late Registration:We still have a few places left in the race. Please contact us if you would like to take part. We can arrange for your race to be collected or you can collect it the night before the race.Race information:You will receive your race pack in the post on the 12th of July.The race pack includes: race number, timing chip, route map & all the details about the race.You must arrive to Muckross House on the morning of the 16th July @ 6.30am to be transported by coach to the start line.
International competitorsIf your postal address is outside Ireland you will not receive their race packs in the post they must pick up their race packs in the Ross Hotel in Killarney Town on Friday the 15th July from 6.00pm - 9.00pmIf you do not have transport to Muckross House on the morning of the race we will have a shuttle bus leaving Killarney @ 6.15am to bring you to Muckross House. Please e-mail us to book a place on this shuttle bus.If you have any further queries about the race feel free to contact us.087-9877880See you all bright and early on the 16th July and everyone keep your fingers crossed for some good weather!
New Route Announced for Maxi Marathon.
Following the inaugural Killarney maxi marathon in 2010 we asked everyone who competed in the race how can we make the 2011 Maxi Marathon even better? To make the race event better we have changed the last 4 miles of the race to take in the tranquil clear waters around Muckross lake. Along the last 4 miles you will now run past Dinis Cottage, run over Brickeen Bridge and follow the road around the Muckross Lake back into Muckross House.
Brickeen Bridge on mile 13 of the new route
Dinis Cottage on Muckross Lake - Mile 12The race will now start beside Barifinny Lake on the Sneem to Killarney Road (same road as last year) and it will finish in the same position in the world famous Muckross House in Killarney National Park. The new route has cut out the two little hills on the last mile. The race will not enter the national park at Muckross Park Hotel but now at Dinis Cottage car park.The new routes are available on our web site www.maximarathonkillarney.com
We officially measured the route on Saturday the 14th May with Breda and John. A big thanks to their precision and diligent measurement using the Jones counter.
If you are training for the Cork Half Marathon, Cork City Marathon, The Clare Burren Half Marathon, the Wexford Half Marathon, the Achill Half Marathon, Dublin Marathon, Dingle half marathon, the Dingle Marathon or the Valencia Half Marathon or the Killarney Adventure Race why not make the unique distance of the Maxi Marathon Killarney your next race on your summer race calendar.I hope the training is going well and if you have any questions about the route or the race in General feel free to give us a shout. Only 7 weeks left until registration closes so register online now at www.maximarathonkillarney.com
Killarney Maxi Marathon Competition
On the 16th of July 2011, Killarney will again play host to what organisers promise is the world's most beautiful road race. Last year, the inaugural Killarney Maxi Marathon saw over 700 runners, joggers and walkers complete the stunning 15 mile course from Molls Gap to Muckross house on a beautiful sunny day in July.
The Killarney Maxi Marathon not only attracts seasoned athletes, many running beginners are also taking up the challenge. Last year a brave group of 15 novice runners from Breda Barrett's Gneeveguilla AC fit for Life began training 4 months prior to the Maxi Marathon with all 15 successfully completed the stunning route to rapturous applause and celebration at the finish line.
Organiser Catriona O'Callaghan commented: "last year's race was a huge success; we are looking forward to attracting even more runners and walkers to take part this year. We'll have customized t-shirts, medals, massages, hot tubs and an after race BBQ & party for all competitors to ensure everyone has a experience that they will never forget''Gillian O'Sullivan, one of Ireland's most successful athletes has used her experience and expertise to put together a training plan for all levels of fitness to prepare you for the Maxi Marathon. The training plan is available to down load at www.maximarathonkillarney.com.To encourage everyone to take on the challenge and register there is a special prize of a weekend break for two in the luxurious Brook Lodge Hotel Killarney and free race entry for a friend when runners register online before the 1st May.The Maxi Marathon is open to everyone, men and women alike, at all levels of running experience; walkers, newcomers and people who just want a challenge and a great day out. This year we are encouraging everyone to raise even more money for our chosen charity Marie Keating Foundation. For further information and online registration visit
Gillian O'Sullivan's New Maxi Training Plans
Gillian O'Sullivan is one of Ireland's most successful athletes has prepared new training plans for all levels of fitness to get you in shape to complete the Maxi Marathon Killarney 16th June 2011.You have no excuse now, Gillian has used her extensive experience to produce an 18 week training plan for beginners and a 18 week training plan for intermediate more experienced runners. Gillian is a qualified Personal Trainer (NCEHS, 2006) and also a qualified teacher BA, H.Dip.Ed. (1998).
Download Gillians training plans for the Killarney Maxi Marathon from our web site http://www.maximarathonkillarney.comGillian began her career in 1994 and retired in 2007. She still holds every Irish record for all distances ranging from 3km, 5km, 10km & 20km.Highlights of Gillian's career include:o 10th Sydney Olympic Games, 2000o World Record, 5km, Dublin 2002o Silver Medal, World Championships, Paris 2003
For all the latest race info, special offers, and online registration visit our web site http://www.maximarathonkillarney.com
New Maxi web site goes live on 11th January
We have re jigged the website to make it even more accessible to everyone. We have added loads of new features:
- All the photos from last year's race
- New video content from last year's race.
- A new blog that will keep everyone up to date with all the latest news on the race.
- All lasts year's results and prize category winners
If you have any suggestions on what you feel we should include on the site let us know. We still have a few finishing touches to put on the new site, we'll keep you informed of all the new features as they go live. For more information, photos and videos of the Killarney Maxi Marathon visit
www.maximarathonkillarney.com
Need inspiration for your new years resolution
John Lenihan, a Kerry legend would inspire anybody to get their new year's resolution on track.
Check out the Video Bio of this amazing athlete.
An interesting article on John including a poem written by a local Kerry Bard called Peter Howarth
For more information, photos and videos of the Killarney Maxi Marathon visit www.maximarathonkillarney.com.
Registration special offer
Register for the 2011 Maxi Marathon Killarney before 31st January for only EUR40 The Killarney Maxi Marathon is a unique opportunity to run 15 miles of unrivaled beauty, through an awe inspiring route along the ring of Kerry, the Killarney national park and Muckross House.
A perfect race for your racing calendar, one road race you can't miss this year.
After the success of last years inaugural 15 Mile Killarney Maxi Marathon, this years event is set to be even better than last years. We have a limited number of registrations available at this special offer price. You can register on line at www.maximarathonkillarney.com
For more information, photos and videos of the Killarney Maxi Marathon visit www.maximarathonkillarney.com.
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