Four years ago, this was my first marathon so it will always hold a special place in my heart! Great cheerleaders on the side lines, relatively flat course and great aide stations. The course is constantly changing and I wasn't a huge fan of the Pentagon parking lot this year before

I did the Honolulu one several years ago. But they don't do it anymore, unfortunately, and I really wanted to do another. So when I was visiting the mainland last year, I looked to see if there was one nearby. This one was going on while I was

This is probably my favorite road race. The town really puts on a show, and makes runners feel welcome. In my prime , I was fortunate enough to have been given elite status in this race, and it was a special experience; however, weaving through the crowds other years