It’s full of serious and silly moments from the marathon’s history, many of which changed the course of running. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
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The Extreme Boston Marathon Ritual That Shows I’ve Completely Lost It
No detail is too small to practice. And that includes the bus ride out to the start. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Noah Droddy Is More Than Just a Cool Dude
The fan favorite goes from heartbreak to a breakthrough 10-mile performance. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
A Principal, Her Dad, a Marathon, and a Sweet Tale of Thanksgiving
An administrator at one of Philadelphia’s struggling schools sends a powerful message to her students about perseverance. Read the full story for Runner’s World.
Behind His Brother at the Finish Line, But Forever Ahead in One Category
Tom and Marty Huberty have 69 Twin Cities Marathon finishes between them—and a family legacy to continue. Read the full article for Runner’s World.
Nurse Who Helped Save Marathoner: “Last Time I Saw Him He Was Dead”
Richard Sikorski will return to run Chicago with one of the “angels” who came to his aid during last year’s race. Read the full story for Runner’s World.
Alia Gray’s Chicago Hope
After a 10th-place finish at the Olympic Marathon Trials, she heads into her fourth attempt at 26.2 aiming for a sub-2:30. Read the full story for Runner’s World.
Puskedra Family Shares Good News About Baby Daughter’s Health
Relieved dad Luke will be ready if he gets the Olympic call; otherwise, he’ll run the Chicago Marathon in the fall. Read the full story for Runner’s World.
She Runs: In Her Mother’s Footsteps
A marathon marks the year Sheila Towne outlived her mother—and brings a piece of her mom back to life. Read the full story for Runner’s World/Zelle.
80-Year-Old Finishes 17th Straight Chicago Marathon
As a 60-year-old, lifelong Chicagoan Frank Abramic watched runners in the park near his house and wondered why they bothered. This year, he completed his 17th consecutive Chicago Marathon in a time of 6:22:01. Read the full story for Runner’s World.