
Sports Backers Marathon Training Team is a running race on November 14, 2026 in Henrico, VA, with an entry fee of $185.
From the Organizer
Need help preparing to run a marathon? Looking to make new friends while you train? Then look no further than the Sports Backers Marathon Training Team, designed to motivate and train individuals to run the Allianz Richmond Marathon. You’ll find yourself not just equipped with a detailed 23-week program, but a great crew of experienced coaches and inspirational teammates as well. One of our favorite perks? A dedicated SAG team that supports the weekend group runs. That’s right… water stops, Nuun, gels, and snacks while you TRAIN. So let Richmond’s running community carry you to 26.2… when you hit that final stretch at the Allianz Richmond Marathon, you’ll be glad you didn’t go it alone!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
60°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ashland Hanover Co Muni Ap, 8 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
165 ft
Nearest Airport
RIC
Richmond International Airport · 5 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Sports Backers Marathon Training Team, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
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Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
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Plan your trip
Coming from out of town? There's more to Henrico than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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Sports Backers Marathon Training Team
Nov 14, 2026