Since I was a freshman in high school, I told my dad and my sister we were running the Chicago Marathon in 2016 (the year I graduated from college). This race meant more to me than any race before. I was so excited to reach that starting line and GO! From

"As a first marathon, the NYC marathon was amazing. The sounds and sights of NYC, and a roaring crowd for nearly the entire race, makes you forget that you are running 26.2 miles (ok, almost).

Truly one of the best experiences of my life.

The aide stations were great, the

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