• This program will be offered in Lebanon & Abroad.
• Runners must be 17 years or older (42 & 21 KM Programs)
• Runners cannot have run internationally or locally a marathon (distance of 42.10 KM) previously.
• No refund policy upon registration.
• If any of the conditions mentioned above is not met, the applicant registration shall be terminated.
• Runners must train 3 times per week. However, they can train more with the guidance of their coaches.
• Runners must commit to the 542 timeline which consists of attending weekly trainings, Sunday long runs, races and meetings.
• Runners must commit to participate in official 542 questionnaires and surveys intended to improve the program.
• Beirut Marathon reserves the right to use any photographs (including those of participants), motion pictures, recordings, or any other media records of the program, for any legitimate purpose including commercial advertising and distribution to Sponsors anywhere in the world.
• Runners must complete a cardiac screening test, which will be provided free of charge by the Beirut Marathon Association in collaboration with Champs Fund.
• Runners must agree to join a WhatsApp group set up by their coach for communication and training instructions.
• Runners are not allowed to change teams once the training journey starts.
• In case of any internal/external complaint or incident, runners are expected to report to the Beirut Marathon Association and/or 542 organizers, as they will do their best in dealing with the situation resourcefully.
• Runners can decide to choose between running in a group or virtually on their own (or combine both). In both cases, participants will receive ongoing training assistance from their dedicated coach.
• 542 provides insurance that can only be effective during training sessions and if all the criteria are met and can only be used in the presence of a BMA accredited person.
• BMA and the 542 program’s terms and conditions could be altered, and BMA reserve the right to cancel the program under extenuating circumstances.
• It is encouraged to have runners post about their training journey on their social media platforms using the #542, and #beirutmarathon to promote the spirit of running in Lebanon.
• Runners are not allowed, under any circumstances, to share any fitness or nutrition tips with other runners without consulting their coach.
• It The information shared on any of the 542 platforms are confidential and the property of Beirut Marathon Association, sharing any of the information (without the consent of BMA) with any 3rd party will involve a penalty of suspension from the program and a ban from all BMA Races in the future.
• Runners who commit to the 542 Training Program, cannot train with any other training programs during the 5months of training.
• Runners are not advised to register in any local or international races before completing the whole 542 training program, exceptionally, please consult with your coach before committing to any serious race or challenge.

• 1- Political & Religious slogans or discussions are strictly forbidden.
• 2- Always be respectful of the environment you are using during your trainings.
• 3- Always be cheerful and respectful to all participants, coaches and organizers.

WAIVER: I will not hold the Beirut Marathon Association responsible for any injury, accident or death related to participating in this training program.