The streets were lined with spirited supporters waving signs of encouragement, while some runners embraced creativity with non-traditional outfits, including a panda costume, Deadpool and a clown. Among the participants was a woman known as "Speedy Spud," who used the race to promote the...
Disguising herself in a hoodie and her brother’s Bermuda shorts, she joined the field once half the men had already started running. Her identity was soon obvious, but she only received encouragement, spectators yelling, “Way to go, girlie!†Three hours, 21 minutes,...
Recognizing the signs of fatigue, dehydration, or injury is essential for making informed decisions during the race. Support crews can be invaluable, providing encouragement, hydration, and necessary supplies along the route. Knowing the course, including its elevation changes and aid st...
Running with a pacer has many benefits, including removing the stress of trying to run at the right pace, having social support and encouragement, and running with a group that shares a common goal. One drawback of running with a pacer is that they might not have the exact finish time th...
The American flags and encouragement signs line the course- they are very motivating. Rolling hills in which I love, helps decrease muscle fatigue. Great spaghetti dinner with a guest speaker/Expo at packet pick up night prior race. I’ve ran one of the distances every year for the last 7...
When the sun is shining and the spectators are out, the experience of running 26.2 miles from Hopkinton to Boylston Street cannot be matched. We say it every year, but: There’s nothing like the Boston Marathon. Monday marked the 128th edition of the fabled race. From the moment the athl...
It was like a formula 1 pitstop – and all topped off with smiles and words of encouragement. He should hold aid station classes. As I looped the start/finish which marks the halfway point and headed up into the forest again I encountered Andrew O’Connor. He had been ahead of me but...
Hearing Katie’s shouts of encouragement was like divine intervention, and I knew at last that the glorious ending to another painful blog post marathon was near. Oh, what a feeling. Hanging on in mile 26 With a final left turn and the sprawling red-brick Tokyo Railway Station at our back...
I nearly cried 26.2 times because of the signs and words of encouragement from spectators. I mean a womanthanked mefor running. She’s the one who needed to be thanked! I took a popsicle break (not unlike in San Diego) with three miles to go because: #1 I love eating popsicles during...
Motivation, encouragement, and an electric atmosphere are the most important aspects of crowd support. Find a marathon known for having good crowd support – you never know when a high five or “you can do it” from a random supporter will give you the push you need. ...