This is my 2nd time running this marathon. In 2015, I ran it for the first time and was my first marathon, so it holds a special place in my heart. Will continue to do it.

"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

"The registration and pick-up went quickly and easily but the race start was a mess. It was difficult to make our way to pacer groups and it could have been much better organized by calling people to line up in groups rather than all at once.

The biggest problem for me