This was the fourth year my husband and I attended, doing the walk and the 5k. The 5k is a nice run with some inclines and nice scenery. There are Fun signs to keep you motivated and live music at certain points in the race. Every year we look forward to

Sweet home Chicago is my hometown marathon. The course is flat, fast, and a great opportunity to push your limits and show off the results of all those summer miles logged under the heat and humidity while your friends sought shelter and air conditioning.

This year's race had perfect weather and

What a friendly race from the start. Everyone at the expo was more than helpful and accommodating when uncertain about things and wanting to swap shirt sizes. During the race, the pit stops were fully staffed and smiling from ear to ear; the spectators were abundant throughout; and the