Milk Hosting EVERY WOMAN’S MARATHON - The Only US Marathon Designed For Women, By Women
January 23, 2024
Savannah, Georgia - Acknowledging the historically intimidating and male-centric nature of marathons, Team Milk, the original performance beverage, proudly announces Every Woman’s Marathon, the only U.S. marathon designed by and for women. Scheduled for November 16, 2024, in Savannah, Georgia, this monumental event marks a new chapter in Team Milk’s commitment to supporting women - creating not only a race but a movement.
A majority of female runners feel endurance races cater to men and nearly 90% want a more inclusive race experience that celebrates all athletic abilities, ages, and body types. As a solution to this gap in marathon racing, Team Milk designed the Every Woman’s Marathon to be inclusive, beginner-friendly, and attuned to the unique needs of women at every stage of their marathon journey.
Every Woman’s Marathon is not just about crossing the finish line; it’s about celebrating female strength and empowering every woman’s journey through the transformative power of community. Understanding that every woman has their own reason for running, Team Milk tapped acclaimed poet Amanda Gorman to create an inspirational mantra designed as a call to action for all women. Narrated and penned by Gorman, the mantra highlights women of all sizes, backgrounds, races, and abilities and why they run while evoking a call to action to join the movement.
To help conceptualize Every Woman’s Marathon - Team Milk enlisted an advisory board comprised of accomplished female runners of all types - first female marathon finisher Kathrine Switzer, para-triathlon champion Danielle McLaughlin, Olympic runner Deena Kastor, activist Alison Desir and long distance champion Des Linden - all of these women together offer a holistic experience for women from registration to the finish line. In addition to female-focused training advice, nutrition plans and support from the advisory board, Team Milk is also helping runners make meaningful impact by matching registration costs in donations to one of five charity partners - including Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia.
This marathon also transcends the traditional race format, promising participants a full wellness weekend in the picturesque city of Savannah. The two day event will include enriching activities such as cooking and yoga classes, live performances, and insightful panels. With thoughtful programming that prioritizes women and families, the event will also feature designated areas for nursing, pumping, play zones, and more, ensuring a welcoming and inclusive experience for all participants.
“Because Girl Scouts is the world’s pre-eminent leadership organization for girls, it only makes sense for us to partner with Every Woman’s Marathon in support of the only women’s marathon in the US this year.” states GSHG CEO, Sue Else.
Else goes on to say, “So often, society puts girls and women in these boxes that sort of limit what they can do. Some girls grow up believing that they can’t pursue athletics because “sports are for boys” or that they can’t strive for ambitious careers while also becoming moms. But we do everything we can break down those societal barriers and help girls do whatever they put their minds to. There’s an old saying that says ‘the sky’s the limit’ when it comes to achieving goals, but for Girl Scouts, we know that the sky isn’t even the limit—we can go beyond that. If a girl’s dream is to become an astronaut, we give her the tools to help her get there. If her dream is to run a marathon, we are there cheering her along all the way to the finish line—and beyond.”
Female runners of all backgrounds and abilities can sign up for the Every Woman’s Marathon to join the most inspiring female tribute of the year at EveryWomansMarathon.com. Learn more at EveryWomansMarathon.com or @EveryWomansMarathon across social media, and don’t forget to check Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia during registration! ❧
ABOUT GIRL SCOUTS OF HISTORIC GEORGIA Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia is rich in heritage and purpose. The council extends from the North Georgia mountains to the Okefenokee and from the Atlantic coast to the Chattahoochee Valley. Girl Scouts of Historic Georgia serves more than 13,000 girls and 5,000 adults in 122 counties in Georgia, two counties in South Carolina and one county in Alabama. The council is also the home of our organization’s founder, Juliette Gordon Low, who founded Girl Scouts on March 12, 1912 in Savannah, Georgia, where her birthplace and the historic First Headquarters still welcome thousands of Girl Scouts every year. Girl Scouting gives girls a wide range of experiences to define leadership their way.
ABOUT THE MILK PROCESSOR EDUCATION PROGRAM The Milk Processor Education Program (MilkPEP), Washington, D.C., is funded by the nation’s milk companies and is dedicated to educating consumers and increasing the consumption of fluid milk. For more information, visit MilkPEP.org.
