This was hot & hilly , but a very patriotic race, just down the block after the race you can stay & watch the Parade.

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

Aside from exits being closed and almost not making it to the start line, I loved this race and thought it was an excellent first marathon for myself. So much crowd support and motivation along the way. 10/10 would do it again.