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It’s you – the fans and the runners – who makes the Warsaw Marathon a true story. Each participant – their individual adventure and individual way – makes part of a whole. That whole is made special by a common dream and a common goal. We are united by a great passion and by endurance in pursuing this passion.

We highly value your everyday engagement in developing the running community, both locally and in a broader scale. That’s why we have brought the Big Race Crew to life. Here are the friends of the “Warsaw Marathon” Foundation invited to the first edition of our project. They motivate to challenges, tell stories of their own sport goals, encourage others to start or develop everyone’s active life journey.

Sport is not just about big events – first and foremost, it’s a great way to care about one’s physical and mental health. Together, we want to give a large-scale good example!Meet the Crew – #DrużynaWielkiegoBiegu – and feel invited to the next editions of the project. Tag us in your social media, show your passion – let the world see you now!

Paula:

Simply Paula! I went on my first run training session in 2015 and carried on along that way! Since 2019 I’ve been part of the ASICS Frontrunner crew. Though recently it’s been mostly running around the trio of my kids, a training is always in my day planner. I don’t run for times, I make time for running – that’s my rule!

Bartek Piekarsky:

Bartek Piekarski – the author of “15 złotych zasad, jak postępować w życiu” (“15 golden rules of life practice”). Mentor of life habit change and mental coach. Actor. Personal development practitioner, who perceives it in every area of life. He started running in the summer of 2022, even though he used to literally hate it. Now he’s got the first marathon and a couple of shorter races under his belt. It’s high time for new goals, to aid self-development and becoming a better version of one’s self.

Artur – biegowywariat:

Hi! They call me „Biegowy Wariat” (“The Running Madman”), I’ve been running for over 9 years, and my first marathon was obviously done in Warsaw! I’ve done the World Marathon Majors. Running is my passion and my way of life. In my day job I work as customer advisor at Sklep Biegacza, doradca, besides managing my socials and the blog. I also coach runners and help them reach their dreams. On the day of the jubilee 45. Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon I am going to run the companion race – Nice to Fit You Warsaw 10k.

Angelika Gęca:

My name is Angelika, I’ve been running for 6 years, but it’s only been under a year that I’ve done rigorous training. Thanks to running I managed to shed 44 kilos after pregnancy. The Warsaw Marathon is my 42k debut after becoming a mum last year. My dream time is 3:59:59.

Tomasz Sobania:

A 25-year old extreme runner, with several quite unusual feats in his cv. He’s done an across-Poland south to north run (from Zakopane to Gdynia). He also ran from Poland to Rome and Barcelona, and this year he’s covered a distance of 3,600 kilometres from the Silesian Stadium in Chorzów to the Marathon in Greece, Each of those projects had a charity goal, and two of them were documented in a book.The next item in his planner – run across the States just like Forrest Gump! In the meantime, Tomasz gives lectures around Poland and trains in the track section of Piast Gliwice.

Sylwia Kućmierczyk:

Sylwia Kućmierczyk, a running enthusiast, pro athletics instructor and a healthy lifestyle lover. My running adventure goes back right to the childhood years. An injury in 2019 marked a halt in my pro athlete’s career, and I decided to study physiology and coaching principles in detail. That’s how my knowledge sharing passion was born – I took the nick of “Grażyna Biegania” and started a new life in social media, as running motivator and influencer. My mission is to motivate towards physical activity, building the endurance base and finding joy in each training session. I want to show the activity-seeking women that running is more than a sport – that it’s a hobby likely to improve their overall health, mood and self-esteem.

Aneta:

I’m Aneta and my running adventure started in 2014. I set off as a typical asphalt runner, but as soon as I tried mountain running – it won me over instantly 🙂 Mountains are where I feel best – deep breathing, marvellous sights, learning to challenge my weaknesses and move boundaries. Since 2022 I’ve been part of the ASICS FrontRunner team. I run for the pure joy of running. “A healthy spirit in a healthy body” is my natural everyday rule.

Thanks for being in the Big Race Crew!

OSHEE once again partners with the “Warsaw Marathon” Foundation, at the 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon.

Isotonic drinks from OSHEE have been present at our races for some time. During the 45th edition of the event, the brand will support all the runners in serving their hydration needs.

OSHEE will provide functional products during the race, but not just that! Watch out for a surprise in your starter packs – a special gift from the brand will be added, to make the athletes even more confident at the start.

Get ready for exceptional support throughout the 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon and companion runs thanks to the #forrunners line of isotonic drinks from OSHEE. It is with their help that you will protect your hydration and easily cover every kilometre.

Join us to experience these amazing emotions together and reach your goals!

#OSHEE #WarsawMarathon #SportoweEmocje #BiegamyRazem

Caring for finishers of the 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon and companion runs is no mean feat. Dr Łokieć knows how to do it.

Several dozen massage specialists will form the team of Dr Łokieć Physiotherapy and Sports Rehabilitation Clinic in Warsaw on September 24. Their service is offered to all race finishers – at 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon, Bridgestone Marathon Relay and Nice To Fit You Warsaw 10k. You will also be able to meet the clinic’s experts when collecting the bib number at Sport&Fitness Expo set up next to the Race Office. They will then provide runners with physiotherapy consultations.

In less than 3 weeks, participants of the 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon will take to the streets of the capital. There are already almost 6,000 competitors on the start lists, and that’s not the end of registration. Everyone will run a completely new route, leading from Emilii Plater street, through six districts of the capital.

Run along to the massage zone

The finish area, located at the foot of the Palace of Culture, is meant to be spectacular this year. Its inseparable part is the massage zone, providing runners with professional physio support for faster muscle recovery and helping to reduce tensions. As in previous years, runners will be taken care of by masseurs and physiotherapists from Warsaw’s clinic by Dr Łokieć (23 Okopowa st).

– This will be our sixth Warsaw Marathon as the massage zone partner. In addition, we work with runners every day, so we know perfectly well what hits a marathoner – Mateusz Chajęcki says with a smile. The head of Dr Łokieć adds: – Our employees and volunteers will help runners recover after the royal distance.

The massage zone of the 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon will be located near the finish line at Emilii Plater street, with special signs leading to the tent. The masseurs will start their work in the morning, and the participants of the Nice To Fit You Warsaw 10k will be the first to use their services. The first ones will arrive at the finish line around 10:00 am, roughly an hour before the fastest marathoners. The largest wave of runners is expected around 12:30-13:00, then the race will be completed by runners aiming at the times of 3:30-4:00.

Professional massage tables will be set up in the zone, with several dozen therapists. The clinic’s head estimates that the zone will be ready to serve as many as several hundred runners.

– You will probably have to wait a bit for your turn, but it is really worth it – Chajęcki stresses. – a post-race massage can speed up the recovery process of muscles that may be weakened after intense running. By stimulating blood circulation, massage delivers essential nutrients to the muscles and speeds up the removal of toxins and lactic acids accumulated during exercise.

You will meet Dr Łokieć at the Expo

Dr Łokieć clinic experts will also provide physiotherapeutic consultations before the race – at the Sport&Fitness Expo before the 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon. The Expo is scheduled for September 22-23 in the interiors of the Palace of Culture and Science.

– You are always welcome at our stand. We will look at the muscles and give tips on how to work with the body to avoid injury. We will also advise on final preparations for the Sunday marathon – adds the clinic’s boss.

Dr Łokieć Physiotherapy and Sports Rehabilitation Clinic has been an official partner of the Warsaw Marathon Foundation since 2016. It manages massage zones at the Warsaw Marathon and the Warsaw Half Marathon.

These are the pacing times of the Nice To Fit You Warsaw 10k!

We recommend taking advantage of pacers, if you care about a specific finish time and value an experienced runner’s support. Keeping our fingers crossed!

On 23 and 24 September, we will have a great pleasure to invite you to the special MAGNESIA tent at the Finish Area located at the Palace of Culture and Science in Warsaw. On Saturday, the Lion of Magnesia will be waiting for you there, take a picture with him, like and tag @magnesiapl/@magnesia_pl in your social media and get a free bottle of MAGNESIA mineral water.

Provide your body not only with adequate hydration, but also with the best levels of magnesium. On Sunday, you will have the opportunity to measure the level of your body’s hydration under the watchful eye of specialists.

It is worth reaching for MAGNESIA mineral water, a brand distinguished by abundance of natural, easily absorbable magnesium – the highest content of natural magnesium in this product category. One bottle of MAGNESIA water meets the daily magnesium requirement in up to 68%. At the same time, MAGNESIA is moderately mineralised, ideal for everyday use. Drinking it regularly, one effectively supplements the level of magnesium in the body, without risking an excess of other minerals.

The MAGNESIA mineral water will take care of hydration and magnesium supplementation along the route, while the fans are warmly invited to support the runners in the MAGNESIA Fan Zone at Konwiktorska street. Cheering will be led by a team of drummers and cheerleaders there.

Come and cheer with MAGNESIA water!

MOYA will take an active part in the organisation of the 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon. The popular chain of petrol stations, as the event’s supporting brand, will prepare a special relaxation zone at the finish area with delicious coffee and other drinks, and will also provide gifts to the starter packs.

A fixture for 45 years, the Warsaw Marathon is the largest and most popular running event in Poland. The Anwim company, the owner of the MOYA brand, is involved in activities supporting this prestigious competition. As part of the partnership, MOYA will prepare a special zone in the finish area. It will be a place for regeneration, where the runners and their loved ones will unwind over great coffee, which is available every day at Caffe MOYA. The youngest fans will get fruit juices and hot chocolate. Runners will also find a gift in the starter packs – an energy drink that will give them strength during their special race.

The 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon, attracting runners from all over Poland and from abroad, is an opportunity to promote physical activity and to support charities. These areas are in line with the values of Anwim, with their initiatives promoting sustainable lifestyle and environmental care.

The 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon is another event by the “Warsaw Marathon” Foundation and supported by MOYA. The brand was actively involved in the 17th Ekiden – Marathon of Relays, and the 17th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Half Marathon. Employees of Anwim, the owner of the MOYA chain, took part in each of these races as well. On September 24, the company’s staff will also take the marathon challenge.

MOYA petrol station chain

MOYA petrol stations are present in all Polish provinces along the main transit routes, local roads and in cities. They offer top quality fuels: 95 and 98 octane petrol, LPG as well as diesel oil in the standard and premium versions – ON MOYA Power. Trucks and delivery vehicles can use dispensers ensuring fast refuelling and access to the increasingly popular AdBlue liquid. An interesting option for fleet customers is the MOYA Firma program, facilitating cashless payments. The MOYA Firma mobile application allows for convenient and effective car fleet management. Some MOYA stations are additionally equipped with lorry parking lots, car washes, compressors and vacuum cleaners. The chain’s stations meet the highest standards of service and quality. All fuels offered at MOYA comply with the current fuel quality standards and regulations, additionally guaranteed by TanQ – the independent fuel testing program.

Our marathon pacers are going to help you achieve these times.

If you value top-class pacing and peer support along the course – you are welcome to join one of them!

Whether it is a debut or a PB-level effort, each marathon is a special experience for the runner. For the organisers it’s a huge challenge, also logistical one. In that respect, the 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon will be supported by DAF Trucks Polska again. The company, in cooperation with Paccar Financial, will provide a fleet of Dutch brand tractor units and semi-trailers, as the base for runners’ deposits.

Last year’s 44th Warsaw Marathon and companion runs were completed by over 7,000 runners. This year, letting the participants focus on the sports challenge, DAF Trucks Polska and Paccar Financial will provide 15 sets consisting of DAF tractor units and semi-trailers. Before the start of the competition, runners will be able to leave deposits there, and after the competition – collect them from volunteers. DAF Trucks Polska is providing such service for the Warsaw Marathon and accompanying runs for the third time.

In addition to the logistics facilities, DAF Trucks Polska and PACCAR Financial will also prepare a stand located next to the Kinoteka in the Palace of Culture, with lots of attractions both for runners and for truck fans, including the opportunity to see one of the latest DAF trucks up close.

The bib numbers for all the races: 45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon, Nice To Fit You Warsaw 10k, Bridgestone Marathon Relay and Nationale-Nederlanden Mini Marathon – will be available at the Race Office in Palace of Culture and Science (PKIN – Plac Defilad 1, entry from Marszałkowska street).

Race Office opening hours:
• 22 September 2023 (Friday) – 14:00 – 20:00
• 23 September 2023 (Saturday) – 10:00 – 20:00

IMPORTANT! Race Office is CLOSED on the main event day (Sunday).

Remember – queues form at the opening of the Race Office. 

Unless absolutely necessary – do not come right at the start; that helps avoid crowding. We work throughout the day – you will surely manage to get your bib number.

• If you pick up the bib number in person – you just need an ID with your photo.
• If you want to get the bib number collected by someone else – print out the Race Card (“Karta startowa”, downloadable from the runner’s profile), sign it and attach a scan or copy of your ID with a photograph. Then the authorised person will be able to pick it up for you.
• If you cannot come to the Race Office and have an address in Poland – use the race kit shipment option.

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• Charity runners! While visiting the Expo, do remember to visit your charity’s stand. All of them will be present throughout the Race Office opening hours.
• Bridgestone Marathon Relays race kits incl. bib numbers are picked up by each team captain (or a person duly authorised in writing), based on the Race Cards with their signatures.
• Nationale-Nederlanden Mini Marathon bib numbers (the event is on Saturday, 23.09!) Are to be picked up by each child’s guardian (the person who registered a minor for the run). Kids’ bib numbers must be picked up in advance (no later than 30 min before each race start). No bib numbers will be issued without the signed Race Card!
  
• To pick up the Mini Marathon bib number you need to print the Race Card yourself.

Attention! If the Mini Marathon race card is picked up by proxy, the authorised person must carry the race card, printed out and signed by the kid’s guardian (registering person) plus a photo of the guardian’s (registering person’s) ID for inspection.

With new race courses officially certified, we’re counting down to September 24!

One of the most important days in running enthusiasts’ calendar is approaching. September 24 marks the jubilee, 45th edition of the Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon. This is not just an ordinary run – it is an international sports event that attracts crowds of athletes and fans alike, year after year.

Next to the main marathon event, participants are also invited to two additional events: Bridgestone Marathon Relay and Nice To Fit You Warsaw 10k. But regardless of advancement level and preferences, everyone will find their favourite challenge Taking part in Central Europe’s leading marathon weekend is a dream come true for many amateur athletes. We hope you won’t miss it!

We are pleased to announce that both adult running courses have received official measurement approvals, which confirms their length and standard! Run the selected distance on a certified course with us!
Be part of this extraordinary adventure! Registration for the races continues. All information is available on the website, and the registration form is available at: https://rejestracja.maratonwarszawski.com/en/.
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Current entry fees – don’t miss any changes!

Please kindly be reminded of the entry fee details:

Nice To Fit You Warsaw 10k:
August 1, 2023 till September 10, 2023: PLN 89
From September 11, 2023 (incl. payment at the Race Office): PLN 99

45th Nationale-Nederlanden Warsaw Marathon:
August 1, 2023 till September 21, 2023: PLN 250
From September 22, 2023 (incl. payment at the Race Office): PLN 300

Registration continues!

Do not miss the opportunity to be part of the most important and largest running event in Poland. We are counting down the days – do not hesitate and join the crowd of runners at the start line!

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