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Boston Marathon Expo and Course Recon

This morning, after a night of wonderful sleep, I did a short workout at marathon pace and then went to the expo to pick up my packet and do a bit of browsing.

Morning Run

The plan from coach called for 5 minute warm-up, 20 minutes at marathon pace, and 5 minute cool down. I quickly remember how difficult it is to run at a steady pace in a busy city and was relieved to find the reflecting pool near the Christian Science church. I did several laps around the pool.

SundayMorning

 

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Expo

The race bib and shirt pick-up was smooth. The actual product expo was a bit congested but I wasn’t seeking anything in particular. I did purchase the obligatory official race merchandise … a hooded sweatshirt. I tried on the windbreaker that many seem to prefer but I don’t often wear windbreakers and I am between a L and XL…sleeves to short and sleeves too long.

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Learn CPR

I was asked if I wanted to learn CPR. The BAA makes a great effort to teach runners and spectators CPR. Sudden cardiac arrest can and does happen … even to ultra fit runners.

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Elite Men’s Mile

After leaving the convention center I walked to the finish area. I arrived just as the elite men were about to race one mile. The field include an Olympic Silver Medalist and other internationally known runners. I have never seen people run so fast face to face before. It is a 3 lap course and the winner pulled away from the field in amazing fashion on the final lap.

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Course Recon

My host was kind enough to drive me out to about mile 8 on the course and drive me back on the race route. I was especially grateful for the chance to lay eyes on the Newton Hills and Heartbreak Hill before I arrive there on foot tomorrow morning.

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Laying Low

Now I am laying low with my feet up until the pasta dinner at City Hall Plaza.

Enjoy!

By Greg

Elearning designer, writer, podcaster, blogger, presenter and paramedic. To relax I run and bike as far and as fast as I can. Also like to read a lot and fast.