Making the Miles is a physical and virtual motivation community where you work towards running or walking 1000 miles in a year. No matter where you are, keep yourself moving all year long to hit your mileage goals and earn some prizes along the way! You will be admitted into the private Garmin group where you can see the leaderboard and compete with people around you, or just use it to motivate yourself to keep climbing! Pick up some awesome running essentials along the way as you reach milestones, and if you sign up before March 31, you’ll receive a special prize just for signing up! Prizes are awarded at 250, 500, and 750 miles, and if you hit 1,000 miles, you’ll earn the super-massive-amazing Fleet Feet belt buckle!
Hotels Near This Race
Find accommodation close to the start line in Des Moines, IA. Sorted by distance from the race venue. Book early — race weekend hotels fill fast.
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for January 1.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Des Moines, IA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
