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Cardio in Columbus: Must-try races, 5Ks, and marathons

Keep your calendar, and legs, busy with these races, 5Ks, half-marathons, and marathons in Columbus, Ohio.

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You know the expression: Champions are built in the off-season. That’s why we are reminding you of these upcoming races, 5Ks, and marathons.

5K Pump & Run | Sunday, March 3 | 10:30 a.m. | Columbus Convention Center | Test your endurance at this 5K that requires you to hit bench press goals during the race.

Ohio State 4-Miler | Sunday, April 14 | 10 a.m. | Ohio Stadium | $30-$160 | Walk or jog four miles and finish on the 50-yard-line inside The Shoe.

OhioHealth Capital City Half & Quarter Marathon | Saturday, April 27 | 8 a.m. | S. High Street | $55-$205 | Racers can also sign up for the 5K + all proceeds benefit OhioHealth.

On Our Sleeves 5K | Saturday, May 4 | 9 a.m. | Lower.com Field | $55 | This races starts and finishes at the Crew stadium + weaves throughout downtown.

FORE! Miler | Thursday, May 30 | 7 p.m. | Muirfield Village Golf Club | $55 | Race and finish on the 18th green of the Memorial Tournament.

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