This past fall we learned that not only was Bill Rodgers returning to the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon, but that Frank Shorter would be joining him. We were ecstatic that both these legendary runners would be joining us in April. And then, just when we thought it couldn’t get any better…along comes Bart Yasso. […]

We’re were extremely humbled and honored to be recognized as one of The World’s 15 Toughest Marathons. We know there is a distinction between road and trail marathons, which is why our claim has always been that we’re one of the most difficult “road” marathons. It’s an honor to be in this list. via The […]

I’ve seen Flat Bart around – on Facebook, on Twitter, in my dreams. Well, I wouldn’t take it that far, but Flat Bart is just that – a flat paper version of Bart Yasso, the Chief Running Officer for Rodale, the publisher of Runner’s World Magazine. Do an Internet search for “Flat Bart” and you’ll […]

Earlier this year we launched our first T-Shirt Art Contest, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the results. We partnered with the Arts Council of the Blue Ridge, and had more than 40 entries. We were especially pleased to see so many entries from young, aspiring artists. In the end, we had to choose […]

A question was recently posed to us…which got us thinking – why not create a forum for runners to ask questions of local runners who have run the BRM. If you have a question for a local runner (and it doesn’t even have to be running related), drop us an email or post it in […]

Win an iPad2, This is the best day ever! Race day is coming up fast and we need all of our runners and supporters to rally and help raise more money than ever for charity. Give to one of our runners or join the team and fund raise alongside ’em. Here’s how this works: Click […]

We’re excited to partner with the Arts Council of the Blue Ridge to bring you an opportunity have your art be the official artwork of the Blue Ridge Marathon. National College Blue Ridge Marathon has partnered with the Arts Council of the Blue Ridge to bring you an opportunity to have your art chosen as […]

We just learned that the National College Blue Ridge Marathon was nominated for a FLITE award…which were pretty excited about because we get to have lunch with the Governor’s wife.  We find out December 16 if we’re inducted into the FLITE Opportunity Hall of Fame. Wish us luck! Virginia Governor McDonnell, in his Inaugural Address, […]

Picture this — a cool breeze at your back, the scent of blossoming flowers, “purple mountain’s majesty” in front of you…and the SEARING pain in your quads with each and every stride down this effing mountain! Don’t come to Roanoke, Virginia to enjoy a relaxing weekend; come to see just how much the National College […]