The average 5K finish time should motivate you to hit the start line—here’s why

One glance at the numbers, and you’ll see why the 5K is so beginner-friendly.
NBC Chicago

Watch runners cross the finish line at the 2025 Chicago Marathon

NOTE: NBC Chicago will offer a live stream of the race from start to finish Sunday. To watch the finish line once it's over, click here. Runners in the 2025 Bank of America Chicago Marathon may be ...
Women's Health

Average marathon finish times are getting slower – see how you compare

Running a marathon is hard. It's a personal battle to get to the start line, let alone the finish line, but that moment of glory and the time associated with it should be celebrated for years to come.