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

Completed the Bank of America Chicago Marathon for the 3rd straight year...and I didn't think it was possible to love this race anymore than I already do! The race is well organized from the time you register, to when you cross the finish line. It is a relatively flat course and