This was much first marathon and it was an awesome experience. The course and crowd support was top notch from beginning to end. Water and Gatorade were plentiful.
I do wish the finishers medals were a bit more elaborate for such an elite world class event. At the finish line, runners

This is one of the oldest races in Vermont and has great history and character. It is mostly on dirt roads and there is a gradual uphill toward the turn around making the last half feel easier than the first half. Don't expect a lot of hoopla, but it is pleasant

"The Navesink Challenge is held on the Sunday following Thanksgiving each year. The race takes place in Bowden Park in Middletown, New Jersey. The Jersey Shore Running Club does an excellent job year in and out organizing this race. I've run both the 15K and 5K course over the past