This was my second time running the boa Chicago marathon. This is great for first timers participating because the land is flat and the volunteers and crows are amazing. The crowd and volunteer are really what makes the boa a great and energetic experience. Only downside if the medals are not

"This was my first year running the AHA's Wall Street Run/Walk, The atmosphere was definitely buzzing given so many people are crammed into the historic streets of downtown Manhattan. The course itself wanders from just north of World Trade through parts of Wall Street, down William and back across Pearl, then

There is no better way to sight see one of the most amazing cities in the world. Overall the event is very well run and is the experience of a lifetime! There isn't really any post-race party, they do their best to just direct you out of the park.