SKOUT poses in his gear, including the helmet

SFM Ambassador DeadSkout’s Coast-to-Coast Run for Mental Health!

Final Update SKOUT has finished his Transcon run from California to New York. He did it in 68 days, running on average 43.67 miles daily. The run was dedicated to spreading awareness about Mental Health & Suicide Prevention. There's still chance to get involved; the donation links are still active!   In an incredible run ... More

“Life Is Precious:” San Francisco Marathon Ambassador Jonathan Sockolosky and his Running for Moms

“What a loaded question! Who is Jonathan Sockolosky…?” That was Jonathan trying to find an answer to Who is Jonathan Sockolosky? It might have been an unfair thing to ask. After all, there are many ways to define oneself. Defined by his work, Jonathan is a scientist at Genentech, working in antibody engineering and large molecule ... More
SFM Runner Spotlight Blog

Half Marathon San Francisco Story #ThursdayVibes Week Two: Runner Spotlight

Lexxi Conroy This week's #ThursdayVibes is a #runnerspotlight on @cb_runnerchic : She IS the Half Marathon San Francisco Story In an amazing feat, Celeste ran FIFTY half marathons in FIFTY states! We're honored to have been the last leg of her race as Half Marathon San Francisco, pun definitely intended! Here's what Celeste had to ... More

What Makes The San Francisco Marathon The Perfect Destination Race

Written by 2020 San Francisco Marathon Ambassador, Lindsay Walter. Lindsay is a social media influencer, alopecia ambassador, and health advocate.   Anytime there is an opportunity to travel and run a marathon I always jump on the chance to do so. And then, add in the chance to run in San Francisco along the water, right by all of ... More
Why You Should Run The San Francisco Marathon: 2019 Race Recap

Why You Should Run The SF Marathon: 2019 Race Recap

Written by Dr. Lisa Gonzales is a 2019 Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon Ambassador and 7-time pacer for the Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon. She is also a USATF certified head coach for South Bay RUN365 club.   This year’s Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon is in the record book! From new attractions at the Health and Wellness ... More
How To Experience Biofreeze SF Marathon Race Week in 72 Hours | Biofreeze SF Marathon

How To Experience Biofreeze SF Marathon Race Week in 72 Hours

Written by Kelli Hashimoto. Kelli is a 2019 Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon Ambassador and avid runner. You can learn more from her on Instagram at @_kellinickole     It is race week and we have just a little over 72 hours to go until the Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon on Sunday! Whether you are running the full marathon, one ... More
6 SF To Do's During Race Weekend | Biofreeze SF Marathon

6 San Francisco To Do’s During Race Weekend

Written by Leana Lai. Leana is a 2019 Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon Ambassador and avid runner. You can learn more from her on Instagram at @lerunssf     For a lot of us running enthusiasts running The Biofreeze san Francisco Marathon, race weekend in itself is a big event. I like to plan my days leading up to the big day in ... More
Mental Toughness | How To Get Through Long Mileage Runs | Biofreeze SF Marathon

Mental Toughness | How To Get Through Long Mileage Runs

Written by Jeanne Corey Marchand. Jeanne is a 2019 Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon Ambassador and this 2019 Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon will be her 5th consecutive year running! You can read more from her on Instagram at @jeannecorey64      Running a marathon takes a good solid training plan, dedication, commitment, ... More
Why I'm Grateful To Volunteer At Races | Biofreeze SF Marathon

Why Volunteering At Races Makes You More Grateful

By Christine O'Connell. Christine is a 2019 Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon Ambassador, lover of all things Disney and Christmas. You can learn more from her on Instagram at ChristineHasTheRuns Always a runner, never a volunteer. That was the case for me until I had three weeks of back to back racing and while I thought about signing up ... More
Five Secrets I Wish I Knew Before My First Marathon | Biofreeze SF Marathon

Five Things I Wish I Knew Before My First Marathon

By Stephanie Laska, San Francisco Marathon Ambassador, Author of the #1 Bestseller - DIRTY, LAZY, KETO Getting Started: How I Lost 140 Pounds.   The marathon distance is intimidating. Throw in the hills of San Francisco and even the most experienced runners get a little queasy thinking about registering to run 26.2 miles! As a ... More