Marine Corps Marathon 2011 entries open at noon

Enrollment for the 36th Marine Corps Marathon, opens at noon (EST) today.

The "People's Marathon," Which is open Thurs 30.000 runners, will take place Oct. 30. Air Force 2nd Lt.. Jacob Bradosky was the men's winner last year with a time of 2 hours 23 minutes 30 seconds. Janet Cherobon was the women's winner in 2:42 minutes.38.

(If you're Wondering why today is the entry day, it's the anniversary of the flag raisings DURING World War II's Battle of Iwo Jima.)

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Interactive map of the Racecourse.

The MCM history

Running a marathon ... Ready or Not

The MCM 10K

Reader photos from last year's race.

Registration Day FAQs answered here.
By Cindy Boren | February 23, 2011, 9:44 AM ET