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Warm up Columbus

Dublin, OH
Sunday, February 1, 2026


  3 Stars from 3 Reviews

Course Description
The Warm up Columbus course consists of a flat 1 mile loop completed 26 times.

With average race day temperatures in the 30's, you may need to brave the cold, but these favorable marathon temperatures, coupled with a very flat course could help you achieve a PR or Boston Qualifier (BQ).

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Race Information

Race Dates

2027: TBD
2026: Sunday, February 1, 2026

Course Information

Profile: Very Flat
Type: Multiple Loops
Surface: Road/Pavement

Boston Qualifier?: Yes
World Marathon Major Qualifier?: No

Race Day Weather

Mean Temp.: 29°F (-1°C)
Average High: 39°F (3°C)
Average Low: 19° F (-7°C)




PR Score & Course Score

PR Score: 99.10
Course Score: 99.10

Race Size

2026: 56 Finishers
2025: 51 Finishers
2024: 56 Finishers
2023: 33 Finishers
2022: 39 Finishers
2021: No Results

BQ Percentages

2026: 10.7%
2025: 19.6%
2024: 14.3%
2023: 30.3%
2022: 12.8%
2021: N/A

Miscellaneous Information

Pace Groups?: No

Weather Averages for Last 11 Years


Race Day Temperatures

High: 43°F  (6°C)
Low: 25°F  (-4°C)

Race Start Conditions

28°F  (-2°C)
Humidity: 80%

Clear
NW 6 mph

PR Score

99.15

Course Score

99.15






Warm up Columbus Rankings, Course Speed & Boston Qualifier Statistics

The Warm up Columbus was the 461st largest marathon in the U.S. in 2025 based on the number of finishers. In 2024, it ranked as the 443rd largest marathon in the U.S..

In 2026, 10.7% of Warm up Columbus finishers have achieved Boston Marathon qualifying times. In 2025, 19.6% of finishers qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Based on its percentage of Boston Qualifiers (BQs), the Warm up Columbus ranked 40th among marathons in the U.S. in 2025 and currently ranks 96th so far in 2026. In Ohio, it ranked 3rd in 2025 and 5th so far in 2026. These rankings provide a useful benchmark for comparing the Warm up Columbus with other Boston Marathon qualifying races.

The Warm up Columbus has a Course Score of 99.10, ranking it as the 201st fastest marathon course in the U.S. and the 6th fastest marathon course in Ohio.

Typical race-time temperature and humidity levels are within the ideal range for optimal marathon performance. Combined with the course profile, this gives the Warm up Columbus a PR Score of 99.10. The PR Score ranks the Warm up Columbus as the 146th best marathon in the U.S. for running a Personal Record (PR) and the 4th best marathon for a PR in Ohio.

Together, these rankings provide a quick snapshot of how the Warm up Columbus compares with other marathons in the U.S. and Ohio for speed, PR potential, Boston Marathon qualifying success, and overall participation.

Warm up Columbus Marathon Rankings Summary
Course Speed201st fastest marathon course in the U.S.
Ranked 6th fastest marathon course in Ohio
Top 44% Nationally#6 of 14 in Ohio
PR Potential146th best marathon for a Personal Record in the U.S.
Ranked 4th best marathon for a PR in Ohio
Top 32% Nationally#4 of 14 in Ohio
Boston Qualifier Rate40th highest BQ percentage in the U.S.
Ranked 3rd highest BQ percentage in Ohio
Based on 2025 Boston Marathon qualifying results
Top 9% Nationally#3 of 13 in Ohio
Race Size461st largest marathon in the U.S.
Ranked 14th largest marathon in Ohio
Based on 2025 results
Top 78% Nationally#14 of 17 in Ohio

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Elevation Chart


Max Elevation: 888 feet (270m)
Min Elevation: 868 feet (264m)

Elevation Gain: 413 feet (125m)
Elevation Loss: 406 feet (123m)


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Course updated 12/09/2024




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Race Reviews


3.0
Based on 3 reviews
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PR this course

Full Review:

This is a 1 mile loop that starts .2 miles from the finish line. The 5k and half marathoners start at 8:00 and the 10k and marathoners start at 8:03. I didn't mind the 1 mile loop since I knew my location at every point. This is my 4th marathon and shaved 14 minutes off my previous PR.

Race Tips:

Water/Gatorade every loop with enthusiastic high school volunteers. The last 8 miles I walked through the water station but made the effort to complete the loop each mile.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Great restaurants in downtown Dublin. Definitely advise staying at host hotel. Not fancy but easy logistically
Reviewed by JJ About 2018

Full Review:

No pace groups faster than 3:25 - despite what was advertised.

Race Tips:

The downhill in the first half of the course is severe. The cardio benefit is surpassed by the negative impact the downhill takes on the body. I slowed significantly from miles 14-20 and actually picked up the pace a bit once I hit the last couple of miles on the flat in Azusa.

Travel/Logistics Tips:

Lots of parking, good finish line support.
Reviewed by SR About 2016

Full Review:

I realize the organizers had no control of the weather, and all the more reason they should have cancelled. Exactly a mile of course to prepare and over a third of it was covered in ice and snow. No portalets. No promised timing displays. And if this is a race for people desperate to qualify for Boston, how could you possibly use gun time? If you can't get portalets on the course you have no business running a race or being sanctioned. Period.

Race Tips:

Avoid this and take a serious look at any future Premier event.
Reviewed by KB About 2015