Usage Guide
From sign-up to race day — get started with MARASOON's core features
Sign Up & Build Profile
Create your runner identity so the platform can match you better.
Register with email
Sign up with your email and verify it to start using the platform.
Complete your profile
Fill in nickname, gender, birthday, and city. The system uses this to calculate your age group.
Upload race records
Upload FIT, GPX, TCX, or KML track files, or sync data via Strava, Garmin Connect, or COROS.
Check your runner level
The system automatically evaluates your level based on marathon/half marathon PB, gender, and age group.
Discover Events
Browse marathon events worldwide and find your next race.
Browse events
View global marathon events on the events page. Filter by city, date, or distance.
View event details
Check event info, course routes, and weather forecasts.
Find pacers & teams
Discover private pacers and team challenges available for each event.
Private Pacing
1-on-1 pacing match to help you maintain your target pace on race day.
Find a pacer
Go to "Private Pacing" on the event page. Filter by distance (full/half) and target time range.
Book a pacer
Choose a pacer matching your goal and send a booking request. Book early — popular races fill up fast.
Confirm match
Both parties must confirm the match. Once confirmed, you can view the pacer's contact info and strategy.
Team Challenge
Multi-person team racing with runners sharing the same target.
Browse or create a team
View existing teams on the event page, or create your own (set distance, target range, pacing strategy).
Apply to join
Pick a team matching your goal, submit an application agreeing to the team strategy, and wait for captain approval.
Execute together
After joining, view team goals, strategy, and member info. Communicate before the race and pace together.
Become a Pacer
If you have rich race experience, apply to become a pacer and help other runners.
Submit application
Apply on your profile page, choose your distance (full/half). The system reviews your race records and pacing ability.
Wait for review
The operations team will review your application. Check notifications for the result.
Publish pacing service
Once approved, publish your pacing range (distance, target time) under target events and wait for runners to book.
Runner Profile & Growth
Record your running journey and track every breakthrough.
City footprint
Light up every city you've raced in on the world map — build your global running footprint.
Personal best
The system automatically identifies and records your marathon/half marathon PBs, tracking your growth.
Runner level
Auto-evaluated level (elite or mass tier) based on PB. See where you stand in your age group.
Tips
- ✓Book pacers or apply to teams early — popular races fill up fast.
- ✓Choose pacers or teams with a target range close to yours for effective collaboration.
- ✓Read and confirm team strategies carefully to avoid race-day misalignment.
- ✓Keep your profile and race records updated for more accurate matching and level evaluation.