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Pregnancy &
post-partum races
When you’re a runner, you want to run,
no matter what comes your way.
So motherhood isn’t going to stop you.
Whether you’re pregnant, post-partum, or a partner, you’re welcome to join Maternity Marathons to stay in shape, make new friends at the same place in life as you, and most of all – enjoy yourself.
Celebration of Motherhood
Embrace the joy of motherhood as participants bond through camaraderie, encouraging each other along the journey.
Fitness and Well-Being
Cultivate a strong body and a positive mindset, reaping the benefits of a healthy and active lifestyle.
Community and Camaraderie
Experience a sense of belonging and friendship, uniting with others who share common interests and goals.
Raising Awareness and Funds
Run with purpose, helping to raise crucial funds and shed light on pressing issues that need attention.
Maternity Marathons
Do Good For You And Others
Maternity Marathons actively advocates for safe and quality maternity care through its support of Every Mother Counts. They raise awareness about the global maternal healthcare crisis and work towards improving access to essential healthcare services for mothers, especially in underserved communities.
Maternity Marathons collaborates with Every Mother Counts to raise funds for various maternal health programs. Through their marathons and other fundraising events, they help provide critical resources, such as prenatal care, skilled birth attendants, and emergency obstetric care, to reduce preventable maternal deaths.
Maternity Marathons, in partnership with Every Mother Counts, empowers local communities by supporting initiatives that promote maternal health education and training. They strive to strengthen the capacity of healthcare providers, community health workers, and midwives, ensuring sustainable improvements in maternal care within these communities.
Maternity Marathons recognizes the importance of global collaboration in addressing maternal health challenges. They actively collaborate with Every Mother Counts to foster partnerships with local organizations, governments, and stakeholders worldwide. This collaboration aims to promote knowledge sharing, innovation, and the implementation of effective strategies to improve maternal health outcomes globally.
have fun!
Stay fit, make friends
Whether you’re pregnant, post-partum, or a partner, you’re welcome to join Maternity Marathons to stay in shape, make new friends at the same place in life as you, and most of all – enjoy yourself.
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post-partum
Maternity Marathons
are designed to be non-competitive.
Maternity Marathons are designed to be non-competitive. Like parenthood, it’s not about winning – it’s about doing the best you can in the situation you’re in. All participants select where they are in the parenthood process, from newly pregnant to 2 years post-partum, and you’re only ‘competing’ against that cohort. You can walk, jog, or run – just make sure to speak with your doctor first.
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Dr Tracy Smith
Cardiologist
Alexandra Alison
Analytics Specialist
Emily Chang
Marathon Champion
Sarah Thompson
Acclaimed Painter
Maternity Marathons
What the Experts Say
"Let me be clear: EVERY mother, regardless of race, or background deserves to have a healthy pregnancy and childbirth. I personally want all women of all colors to have the best experience they can have. My personal experience was not great but it was MY experience and I'm happy it happened to me. It made me stronger and it made me appreciate women - both women with and without kids - even more. We are powerful!!!"
Seven-time Olympic medalist Dana Vollmer swam the 50-meter freestyle at a national meet while six months pregnant with her second child.
“I knew I definitely wasn’t going to go as fast as I was going into Rio, but that wasn’t the goal,” Vollmer told Motto. “Nobody cared what time I got or what place I went. I was having fun just competing.”
“Being pregnant doesn’t mean you stop moving,” Anna-Lee Markstedt said. Markstedt, a professional obstacle course racer based in Belgium, remained active until she gave birth. She cartwheeled into the delivery room.
"Let me be clear: EVERY mother, regardless of race, or background deserves to have a healthy pregnancy and childbirth.
I personally want all women of all colors to have the best experience they can have. My personal experience was not great but it was MY experience and I'm happy it happened to me. It made me stronger and it made me appreciate women - both women with and without kids - even more. We are powerful!!!"
I personally want all women of all colors to have the best experience they can have. My personal experience was not great but it was MY experience and I'm happy it happened to me. It made me stronger and it made me appreciate women - both women with and without kids - even more. We are powerful!!!"
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Anna-Lee Markstedt
Being Active
Anna-Lee Markstedt said. Markstedt, a professional obstacle course racer based in Belgium, remained active until she gave birth. She cartwheeled into the delivery room.
Yet, between 80 and 85 percent of pregnant women are not active enough to meet the guidelines for prenatal exercise, according to Margie Davenport, a University of Alberta professor specializing in pregnancy and postpartum health. One reason for this low exercise rate is because of the confusion on whether exercise is safe for the mother and baby, Davenport said.
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About Us
Meet The Founders
Tina Nacrelli
Founder
Meeka
Founder
We created Maternity Marathons because we believe that pregnancy and childbirth doesn’t stop you from living. It’s a natural part of life, and while you may not be able to run as fast or as hard while pregnant, it shouldn’t stop you from moving. So whether you run, jog or walk, we want every pregnant and post-partum person to join us. You’ll feel better for moving, for being with other people, and your baby will benefit too!