This is the 5th time I have run the Chicago Marathon and it NEVER disappoints. This is absolutely the best marathon around. With over 40,000 runners and over 1 million spectators, no runner is every without entertainment or inspiration over the 26.2 miles. While in the past there have

I thought the general layout and organization of the race was simple and straightforward. The competitors ranged from young first timers to aged veterans. There were university level triathletes competing next to those trying to complete their first of hopefully many triathlons. It was very friendly and fun but when it

This is the second year I've run this event. What is missing in the title of this event is that this event is dedicated to a fallen Marine from Westwood killed in Afghanistan, Sgt Hrbek. That is the only reason why I ran this 5K Run, to support in the