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Topic: From: Date:	How old do you have to be to run a marathon? Debbie 11/12/07 5:12:34 PM ET
My 12-year-old son just finished his 3rd Half Marathon (in 2 hours). He REALLY wants to run a full marathon, but I've heard that it's not good for a kid that young to do; that it can be harmful to their growing bodies. Does anyone know whether this is true or not? And if so, at what age can he train for and complete a full marathon? Thanks!!! Post a reply on the Bulletin Board | Send email reply to Debbie
Message thread: How old do you have to be to run a marathon? - [Debbie 11/12/07 5:12:34 PM ET] Children + marathons = bad idea - [Zeke 11/12/07 8:54:13 PM ET] Tough question - [MTP 11/13/07 2:24:00 PM ET] Good question - [Mark 11/15/07 10:55:07 AM ET] Mark - [Zeke 11/15/07 2:52:53 PM ET] Zeke - [Mark 11/15/07 4:08:47 PM ET] ... happening in baseball too - [Zeke 11/15/07 4:30:51 PM ET] Zeke Good Point about Kenyans - [MTP 11/27/07 9:37:22 AM ET]

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