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2017 TCS New York City Marathon: race week events!

  I will be updating this every day. If you have anything to be added, just forward it to me. So, recheck every day! updated 10/28 7 pm

And don’t forget to re-read the New York City Marathon Tips, Course Strategy, and Info! post

Sunday, October 29th

  • TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion Grand Opening

When: 8 am to 10 am

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: The TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion opens its doors to visitors, following a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

More info and RSVP.

  • Race-day Nutrition with Lauren Antonucci, Brought to You by Poland Spring

When: 10 am to 12:30 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Join the registered dietitian for a conversation starting every hour at the top of the hour from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

More info and RSVP.

  • Course Strategy with NYRR Coaches

When: 4 pm to 6 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: NYRR coaches will lead runners through a mile-by-mile course strategy session, including race-day tips and insights on how to manage the 26.2-mile tour through the five boroughs. Sessions will be held every hour on the hour.

More info and RSVP.

Monday, October 30th

  • NYRR Member Lunch and Course Strategy

When: 12 pm to 1 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Prepare for your five-borough run with tips and course information from NYRR’s coaching staff.

More info and RSVP.

  • Runner Hydration with Gatorade

When: 4 pm to 6 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Sample the latest and greatest from Gatorade at the NYRR RUNCENTER!

More info and RSVP.

  • Strength Training with Hospital for Special Surgery

When: 5 pm to 6 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Join Hospital for Special Surgery specialists Pam Geisel and Tiffany Chag, as well as physical therapist Lauren Alix Riccardi, as they teach runners how to effectively strength train and prevent injury during marathon training.

More info and RSVP.

  • Member Monday: Course Strategy and Meet Your Pacer

When: 6 pm to 7 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: NYRR members ages 21 and up can stop by and receive a free drink courtesy of Michelob Ultra. At 6:30 p.m., NYRR Coaches will host a Course Strategy session with valuable insight and will answer questions about race day. Members may also receive a limited-edition giveaway while supplies last.

More info and RSVP.

Tuesday, October 31st

  • MEB: The Home Stretch Series Premiere Screening with Q&A

When: 6 pm to 8 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Watch the series premiere of MEB: The Home Stretch, a five-part documentary series chronicling the final season of America’s greatest marathoner, Meb Keflezighi. A Q&A with Meb will follow the screening.
Doors will open for the free screening at 6:00 p.m. Please plan to arrive on time, as there is no guaranteed, reserved seating.

More info and RSVP.

Wednesday, November 1st

  • BEDGEAR presents Yoga Nidra: Guided Meditation for Better Sleep

When: 8 am to 10 am

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Ingrid Prueher, a pediatric and adult sleep and nutrition consultant and founder of sleeptransformation.org, will be leading the yoga nidra classes. This practice of meditation enables you to use downtime to increase your recovery, which is especially useful when race-day adrenaline is keeping you awake. Join us for a 40-minute guided “sleep meditation” that is sure to relax your muscles and give you clarity so you can be ready for your run!

More info and RSVP.

  • Touring and Training: Meet and Greet with Prince Royce

When: 2 pm to 3 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: The Bronx native will share his experiences training for the TCS New York City Marathon while performing as a recording artist.

More info and RSVP.

  • BEDGEAR presents Sleep Insights for Athletes

When: 4 pm to 5 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: During this presentation, Lorenzo will provide tips for how athletes can improve their sleep for optimal performance each day.

More info and RSVP.

  • MELT Seminar for TCS New York City Marathon Runners with Hospital for Special Surgery

When: 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: During this presentation, Lorenzo will provide tips for how athletes can improve their sleep for optimal performance each day.

More info and RSVP.

  • BEDGEAR presents Sleep Insights for Athletes

When: 6 pm to 7 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: During this presentation, Lorenzo will provide tips for how athletes can improve their sleep for optimal performance each day.

More info and RSVP.

  • A Running Dialogue: The Meb Event

When: 6 pm to 9 pm

Where: Custom Performance, 295 Madison Avenue, 10TH FLOOR, New York, NY 10017

What: Come celebrate running Wednesday, November 1 with the legendary Meb Keflezighi! His last year running the NYC Marathon, Meb Keflezighi will discuss what makes him “empowered by running!” Emceed by Gary Muhrcke, the first winner of the NYC Marathon, prepare to be inspired! Entrance includes swag bag & autographed memorabilia, food & open bar, and your photo op with a legend! Join us for a night like no other, with a runner like no other!

More info and RSVP.

  • Shake it Out with Shake Shack & JackRabbit!

When: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.

Where: New York Running Company / 10 Columbus Circle/ New York, NY 10019

What: Who’s ready to shake it out with Shake Shack, On Running, and JackRabbit on 11/1? Starting at JackRabbit Columbus Circle at 6:30pm, we will take runners through Central Park on a 3-mile route that will pass by the finish line and some scenic areas before exiting the park on the Upper East Side. The run will finish at the Shake Shack on 86th & Lexington, where we will have all you need to recover with Zion PT before the big day. The first round will be on the house, and there will be some great swag items for you to win.

Bag drop will be provided from the start to the finish of the run. Please bear in mind, there will be traffic so you may beat your bags to the finish. We will have Pacers for various pace groups, so bring your friends and join us for a great night!

More info and RSVP

  • Hospital for Special Surgery presents Foam Rolling for TCS New York City Marathon Runners

When: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Join Hospital for Special Surgery physical therapists Catherine Wysin and Julie Khan as they teach runners how to use foam rollers to help reduce post-exercise muscle soreness and accelerate the return of muscle strength and power after a hard workout.

More info and RSVP.

Thursday, November 2nd

  • Run Mama Run Screening and Breakfast with Sarah Brown

When: 8 am to 10 am

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Join us for an exclusive free screening of Run Mama Run, followed by breakfast and a panel with New Balance athlete Sarah Brown.Doors open at 8:00 a.m. Seating and breakfast are first come, first served.

More info and RSVP.

  • NYRR Central Park Running History Tour (English)

When: 10 am to 11:30 am

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Get a taste of the Big Apple’s vibrant past on the NYRR Central Park Running History Tour! After leaving the NYRR RUNCENTER, our coaches will guide you at a comfortable (~10:00 min/mile) pace past various landmarks significant to New York City’s running history.

More info and RSVP.

  • Course Strategy with NYRR Coaches

When: 11 am through 7 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Expo Presented by New Balance – Jacob K. Javits Center, Hall 3E, 11th Avenue at West 35th Street

What: Learn valuable advice about how to approach 26.2 miles through the five boroughs with NYRR’s coaching staff. Course strategy sessions will be held every hour on the hour starting at 11:00 a.m., with a special presentation from Hospital for Special Surgery at 3:00 p.m.

More info and RSVP.

  • NYRR Central Park Running History Tour (Spanish, Italian, French, and Portuguese)

When: 12 pm to 2:15 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Get a taste of the Big Apple’s vibrant past on the NYRR Central Park Running History Tour! After leaving the NYRR RUNCENTER, our coaches will guide you at a comfortable (~10:00 min/mile) pace past various landmarks significant to New York City’s running history. Spanish: 12:00–1:30 p.m /  Portuguese: 12:15–1:45 p.m. / Italian: 12:30–2:00 p.m. / French: 12:45–2:15 p.m.

More info and RSVP.

  • It Will Move You Professional Athlete Panel

When: 12 pm to 1 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Pro athletes Jared Ward, Aliphine Tuliaumuk, Amanda McGrory, and Josh George will participate in an exclusive It Will Move You panel. These athletes will share their stories of how they’ve been moved by running and the marathon.

More info and RSVP.

  • NYRR Central Park Running History Tour (English)

When: 2 pm to 3:30 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Get a taste of the Big Apple’s vibrant past on the NYRR Central Park Running History Tour! After leaving the NYRR RUNCENTER, our coaches will guide you at a comfortable (~10:00 min/mile) pace past various landmarks significant to New York City’s running history.

More info and RSVP.

  • NYRR Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, and Abebe Bikila and George Hirsch Journalism Awards Presentation

When: 3 pm to 5 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Inducted in 2017 will be Tom Fleming, Ryan Hall, Lornah Kiplagat, Orlando Pizzolato, and Dr. Norbert Sander. Tim Layden will receive the George Hirsch Journalism Award. This event is free and open to the public.

More info and RSVP.

  • Maximizing Race Day: Tips for Success on Your 26.2 with Tiffany Chag from Hospital for Special Surgery

When: 3 pm to 4 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Expo Presented by New Balance – Jacob K. Javits Center, Hall 3E, 11th Avenue at West 35th Street

More info and RSVP.

  • Fitbit Presentation with Ryan and Sara Hall

When: 5 pm to 7 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Join Fitbit Ambassadors and professional runners Ryan and Sara Hall for a special Q&A.

More info and RSVP.

  • Foam Rolling with Hospital for Special Surgery

When: 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

More info and RSVP.

When: 6 pm to 7:30 pm.

Where: New York Running Company / 10 Columbus Circle/ New York, NY 10019

What: Grab your girlfriends (or guy friends!) and join us at JackRabbit for a truly exclusive night with one of the strongest runners in the game. Whether you’ve seen her on TV or racing in person, you know Molly Huddle is fierce. Historically a track runner, she made her marathon debut last year in New York, placing third in 2:28:13. She’s the 10,000, American Record holder, winner of the 2017 New York Half Marathon, and an advocate for female athletes everywhere (you can thank her in part for the runner girl emoji!)

Party Highlights: Shakeout run- Head out on a casual loop through Central Park with Moll / Q&A with Molly- Get some tips for race day and come ready with your own questions / Customer nail wrap bar- Molly loves her nail art, and we’re bringing the glam to your race with NYC-themed nail wraps/ Donut Bar – Who doesn’t need to carb load before the big race?! / Polar Bubble Bar- Enjoy a “Molly Mocktail” courtesy of our friends at Polar Seltzer.

More info and RSVP.

  • Spectator 101: How to Find Your Runner on Race Day

When: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Trying to figure out where you are going to cheer your runner on come marathon Sunday? Join us at the NYRR RUNCENTER for a brief informational session on the best practices and strategies to find your runner on race day! A Q&A will follow, and we’ll show you how to use the incredible spectator section of our TCS New York City Marathon app.

More info and RSVP.

  • Runner’s World and Reebok’s NYC Marathon Kick-Off Run

When: 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm.

Where: Reebok (New York) – 1 Union Sq W, New York, New York 10003

What: Join Reebok and Runner’s World to celebrate the kick-off of marathon weekend on Thursday, November 2nd at 6:30pm with Bart Yasso. After the run continue the celebration with meet & greets and shopping!
-FREE Gift bags to first 100 attendees
-20% discount on your Reebok purchase
-First 50 attendees to receive a $25 Reebok gift card* (*valid for 11/2 only)

More info and RSVP.

  • BOSTON Screening with Q&A

When: 8:30 pm to 11:15 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Watch an exclusive screening of BOSTON, the first feature-length documentary chronicling the iconic race from its very beginning 120 years ago to present day.
Doors will open for the free screening at 8:30 p.m. Please plan to arrive by 8:00 p.m., as there is no guaranteed, reserved seating.

More info and RSVP.

Friday, November 3rd

  • Morning Miles with Nike

When: 7:04 am to 8:30 am

Where: New York Running Company by JackRabbit, 10 Columbus Cir, Ste 210, New York, New York 10023

What: In town for the big race and looking for a group to run with before the big dance? Look no further than to Morning Miles! Join us for a fun run while keeping your legs fresh for Sunday.  We’ll meet at the JackRabbit store in the Time Warner Center at 7:00 AM. We have pacers, lockers, and refreshments for all participants. All paces welcome and the run will be between 4-5 miles.

More info and RSVP.

  • NYRR Central Park Running History Tour (English)

When: 10 am to 11:30 am

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Get a taste of the Big Apple’s vibrant past on the NYRR Central Park Running History Tour! After leaving the NYRR RUNCENTER, our coaches will guide you at a comfortable (~10:00 min/mile) pace past various landmarks significant to New York City’s running history.

More info and RSVP.

  • Course Strategy with NYRR Coaches

When: 11 am through 7 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Expo Presented by New Balance – Jacob K. Javits Center, Hall 3E, 11th Avenue at West 35th Street

What: Learn valuable advice about how to approach 26.2 miles through the five boroughs with NYRR’s coaching staff. Course strategy sessions will be held every hour on the hour starting at 11:00 a.m., with a special presentation from Hospital for Special Surgery at 3:00 p.m.

More info and RSVP.

  • NYRR Central Park Running History Tour (Spanish, Italian, French, and Portuguese)

When: 12 pm to 2:15 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Get a taste of the Big Apple’s vibrant past on the NYRR Central Park Running History Tour! After leaving the NYRR RUNCENTER, our coaches will guide you at a comfortable (~10:00 min/mile) pace past various landmarks significant to New York City’s running history. Spanish: 12:00–1:30 p.m /  Portuguese: 12:15–1:45 p.m. / Italian: 12:30–2:00 p.m. / French: 12:45–2:15 p.m.

More info and RSVP.

  • Tiki Talk: A Meet-Up and Q&A with Former New York Giants Running Back Tiki Barber

When: 12 pm to 1 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Former New York Giants running back and NFL Pro Bowler Tiki Barber will share the story of his transition from football player to road runner. A three-time TCS New York City Marathon finisher, Barber will dive into his passion for running and the obstacles he’s overcome on his journey to becoming a marathoner.

More info and RSVP.

  • NYRR Central Park Running History Tour (English)

When: 2 pm to 3:30 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Get a taste of the Big Apple’s vibrant past on the NYRR Central Park Running History Tour! After leaving the NYRR RUNCENTER, our coaches will guide you at a comfortable (~10:00 min/mile) pace past various landmarks significant to New York City’s running history.

More info and RSVP.

  • NYRR RUNTalk: The Future of U.S. Women’s Running with Emily Infeld and Emily Sisson

When: 2 pm to 3 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Join IAAF World Championship bronze medalist Emily Infeld and Team NB young phenom Emily Sisson for a chat about the bright future of women’s running in the United States.

More info and RSVP.

  • Conversation with Dean Karnazes

When: 3 pm to 4 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Join Fitbit Ambassador and ultramarathon man Dean Karnazes for a special conversation and meet and greet.

More info and RSVP.

  • Last-Minute Aches and Pains with Alex Shafiro from Hospital for Special Surgery

When: 3 pm to 4 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Expo Presented by New Balance – Jacob K. Javits Center, Hall 3E, 11th Avenue at West 35th Street

More info and RSVP.

  • NYRR RUNTalk: Dual-Sport Paralympic Athletes

When: 4 pm to 5 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: This year’s TCS New York City Marathon will include two wheelchair athletes who have excelled on the world stage at the Paralympic Games in sports other than track and field: South Africa’s Ernst van Dyk (cycling) and Germany’s Annika Zeyen (wheelchair basketball). Join these two inspirational racers to hear their journeys of competing in multiple sports, and the state of wheelchair racing and Paralympic sport in the world today.

More info and RSVP.

  • Seven Continents, Seven Marathons, Seven Days: A Conversation with Ultramarathoner Mike Wardian

When: 5 pm to 6 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Join ultramarathoner Mike Wardian as he talks about his record-breaking performance as he ran seven marathons on seven continents in seven days! He’ll discuss this journey as well as the many other ultra adventures that helped him prepare for the TCS New York City Marathon.

More info and RSVP.

  • Citius Mag Podcast Live at the NYRR RUNCENTER

When: 6 pm to 7 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Join Citius Magazine as its staff records live from the NYRR RUNCENTER. Co-founder of Citius Mag and Sports Illustrated columnist Chris Chavez and Men’s Journal Senior Editor Kit Fox will preview the incredible professional field of the TCS New York City Marathon.

More info and RSVP.

  • Spectator 101: How to Find Your Runner on Race Day

When: 7 pm to 8 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Trying to figure out where you are going to cheer your runner on come marathon Sunday? Join us at the NYRR RUNCENTER for a brief informational session on the best practices and strategies to find your runner on race day! A Q&A will follow, and we’ll show you how to use the incredible spectator section of our TCS New York City Marathon app.

More info and RSVP.

Saturday, November 4th

  • NYC MARATHON SHAKEOUT ART RUN

When: 10 am to 12 pm

Where: Whole Foods Market95 East Houston StreetNew York, NY, 10002

What: Whole Foods Market presents the Runstreet NYC Marathon Shakeout Art Run! Whether you’re running the NYC Marathon or just want to get in an incredible run to see the best murals and street art in NYC, you won’t want to miss this 3-mile pre-marathon shakeout art run! The shakeout run will be at a relaxed, 10-minute mile pace, with stops for photos along the way. We will see endless art-drenched streets in the Lower East Side and beyond! Our Runstreet photographer Marques Jackson will be shooting beautiful photos during the run, and you will receive access to the whole photo album after the event.

More info and RSVP.

  • NYRR RUNTalk: A Conversation with Four-Time New York City Marathon Winner Bill Rodgers

When: 10 am to 11 am

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Join four-time New York City Marathon champion Bill Rodgers as he discusses his iconic wins and tales of the past. A meet and greet will follow.

More info and RSVP.

  • Course Strategy with NYRR Coaches

When: 11 am to 7 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Expo Presented by New Balance – Jacob K. Javits Center, Hall 3E, 11th Avenue at West 35th Street

What: Learn valuable advice about how to approach 26.2 miles through the five boroughs with NYRR’s coaching staff. Course strategy sessions will be held every hour on the hour starting at 11:00 a.m., with a special presentation from Hospital for Special Surgery at 3:00 p.m.

More info and RSVP.

  • NYRR RUNTalk: NYRR Hall of Fame Legends

When: 12 pm to 1 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Don’t miss the fastest panel of New York City running legends ever put together. This “greatest of all time” chat will feature Haile Gebrselassie, Bill Rodgers, Germán Silva, and Ryan Hall.

More info and RSVP.

  • A Celebration of Running Legend Meb Keflezighi

When: 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm

Where: YOTEL New York City, 570 10th Avenue, 4th Floor

What: Meb will reflect on running his final race at the New York City Marathon and his remarkable career in a private Q&A the day before the race. Limited number of tickets available.

More info and RSVP.

  • Oiselle Pop-Up and Meet Kara Goucher and Sally Bergesen at Custom PT!

When: 1 pm to 4 pm

Where: NY Custom PT & Performance Center – 295 Madison Ave, # 1026, New York, New York 10017

What: Come check out the new fall line and chat with Oiselle founder Sally Bergesen herself! Everything will be available to feel and try on. Nothing for day-of-purchase, but attendees will get a discount to use on Oiselle.com! Come one, come all! Share with all your friends!

More info and RSVP.

  • The Secrets of Running with Toby Tanser and Lornah Kiplagat

When: 1 pm to 2 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Author of Train Hard, Win Easy: The Kenyan Way Toby Tanser will lead a discussion on the secrets of Kenyan running with Lornah Kiplagat, an IAAF World Half-Marathon and IAAF World Cross Country Championships gold medalist.

More info and RSVP.

  • The Future of Women’s Running with Kathrine Switzer, Deena Kastor, and Alison Desir

When: 2 pm to 3 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Join a discussion with female running legends Kathrine Switzer and Deena Kastor as well as Alison Desir, fitness activist and co-founder of Run4AllWomen. The three will discuss the history and future of women’s running around the world. The panel will be moderated by New York Road Runners’ Gordon Bakoulis.

More info and RSVP.

  • Team New Balance World Champions: Jenny Simpson and Emma Coburn

When: 3 pm to 4 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Join Team New Balance athletes, IAAF World Champions and Olympic medalists Jenny Simpson and Emma Coburn as they discuss training, the road to the 2016 Rio Olympics, and their individual moments of World Championships glory.

More info and RSVP.

  • Race Recovery: Finish Line and Beyond with Pam Geisel from Hospital for Special Surgery

When: 3 pm to 4 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Expo Presented by New Balance – Jacob K. Javits Center, Hall 3E, 11th Avenue at West 35th Street

More info and RSVP.

  • It Will Move You: The Most Inspiring Stories of the TCS New York City Marathon

When: 4 pm to 5 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Before the TCS New York City Marathon, get inspired by a panel of runners who have experienced a variety of obstacles to get to the marathon start line—but have overcome them and will be lining up right alongside you on Sunday, November 5.

More info and RSVP.

  • Spectator 101: How To Find Your Runner on Race Day

When: 5 pm to 6 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Trying to figure out where you are going to cheer your runner on come marathon Sunday? Join us at the NYRR RUNCENTER for a brief informational session on the best practices and strategies to find your runner on race day! A Q&A will follow, and we’ll show you how to use the incredible spectator section of our TCS New York City Marathon app.

More info and RSVP.

Sunday, November 5th

  • Blue Line Lounge Presented by Tata Consultancy Services

When: 8 am to 2 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Steps from the finish line, in a heated indoor lounge, enjoy a gourmet brunch buffet; hot beverages; beer and wine after 12:00 p.m.; access to the west side Grandstand Seating to watch your runners finish; the Marathon broadcast on the big screen; and early access to finisher merchandise. Children under 2 do not require a ticket. Please note: This event is sold out.

More info and RSVP.

  • TCS New York City Marathon Sunday Brunch and Live Stream

When: 9 am to 6 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: Swing by the NYRR RUNCENTER while you are waiting for your runner to finish the TCS New York City Marathon or join in after the race to shop for official TCS New York City Marathon gear presented by New Balance!

More info and RSVP.

Monday, November 6th

  • Marathon Monday at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion

When: 8 am to 6 pm

Where: TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion – Central Park at West 67th Street

What: Celebrate your accomplishment at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. Jumpstart your recovery at the Hospital for Special Surgery Runner Recovery Zone, shop for New Balance finisher gear, have your finisher medal engraved by Fond Memories, and purchase commemorative editions of the New York Times.

More info and RSVP.

  • TCS New York City Marathon Re-Broadcast

When: 8 am to 6 pm

Where: NYRR RUNCENTER featuring the New Balance Run Hub – 320 West 57th Street

What: After you have your medal engraved at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion, come check out the re-broadcast of the TCS New York City Marathon, which will be playing all day at the NYRR RUNCENTER. You can also shop for official TCS New York City Marathon gear presented by New Balance!

More info and RSVP.

Tuesday, November 7th

  • Meb Keflezighi and Kathrine Switzer with Dr. Jordan Metzl

When: 8 pm

Where: 92nd St Y

What: Join us for a special evening to celebrate two running legends, Meb Keflezighi and Kathrine Switzer. Moderated by sports medicine physician and Runner’s World author Dr. Jordan Metzl, this program will offer a unique look at the incredible stories behind these running icons and their important roles in the history of marathon running.

More info and RSVP.

 

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Don’t forget to re-read the New York City Marathon Tips, Course Strategy and Info! post

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2016 TCS New York City Marathon: race week events!

  I will be updating this every day, I’ll add a lot more events later tonight or tomorrow. If you have any to be added, just forward it to me. So, recheck often! updated 10/29 4 pm

And don’t forget to re-read the New York City Marathon Tips, Course Strategy and Info! post

Monday, October 24th

  • Summit Series Launch Party with American Alpine Club
    Join The North Face as they launch our Fall 2016 Summit Series line. At 6pm, American Alpine Club will give an overivew of their organization and then detail some of the amazing spots for climbing in the Northeast. Following that, a few of the members of the local chapter will talk of their recent expeditions, with one member telling of her recent attempt at K2.
    Then, Senior Field Representative for The North Face, Stan Kosmider, will go through the Summit Series line and describe the new innovative gear that make up the full range of products At the end of the night, they will have a Q&A and raffle off some North Face gear. Refreshments will be provided by Bronx Brewery and some light snacks. More info here. (free)
  • Race IQ: New York City Marathon
    Join Tailwind Endurance and Finish Line Physical Therapy on Monday, October 24, as they welcome a panel of experts to discuss the ins, outs and secrets to success at the TCS New York City Marathon. More info here. (free)

Saturday, October 29th

  • Yoga for Runners: Pre-Marathon Yoga with Pure Yoga. Central Park Conservancy and renowned sports medicine physician, Dr. Jordan Metzl, have teamed up with Pure Yoga to offer you a special 60-minute pre-marathon yoga class. After the class, Dr. Metzl will conduct a Q&A about healthy running.
    Time: Music starts at 12:00 pm, class will be from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm
    Location: East Meadow (East Side from 97th to 100th Street). This program is FREE; pre-registration is recommended. Open to all fitness levels. More info here. (free)

Sunday, October 30th

  • At the Marathon Pavilion: Virtual Trainer/Group Training Special Course Strategy Session
    The NYRR Coaching Staff will be giving you a special course strategy session and shakeout run on October 30 at the marathon pavilion (finish line of the marathon). If you are looking for any last-minute tips on how to run your best race, come on by at 3:00 p.m. Join the NYRR Pace team at 3:00 p.m. for a 3-5 mile easy run around Central Park and get pacing event from the pro’s, Bag check will be available for all runners. At 3:45 p.m. the coaches will break down the marathon course, mile by mile, so you can run your best race! Feel free to attend one of these or both!  Shake Out run with NYRR Pace Team: 3:00 p.m. Course Strategy: 3:45 p.m. More info here. (free)

Monday, October 31st

  • November Project: CAT HILL. 6:28am.  Well 120+ people will get to run down Cat Hill on Sunday, so we wanted to give people a chance to run UP it as well.  Because we all know that going up is so much more fun than going down. More info here. (free)
  • At the Marathon Pavilion:
    • 8:00 a.m. Exhale Spa Flow Yoga Open Class- Join instructor Rika Henry for a traditional flowing vinyasa yoga session with grooving tunes and creative transitions that lengthen, strengthen, and center. The class will be offered in basic, open, and advanced levels, with exhale’s unique focus on mind and body. Mat required; registration not required.
    • 12:00 p.m. – Pint Glass Giveaway: Stop by starting at noon for a limited-edition pint glass, free for NYRR members.
    • 6:00 p.m. – Happy Hour: NYRR members get a free drink during this two-hour gathering.
    • 6:30 p.m. – Course Strategy Preview: NYRR coaches will provide valuable insight and answer all your race-day questions.

 

 

Tuesday, November 1st

  • November Project at Mountain Athletics:  6:30PM at Columbus Circle.  The North Face have a #FREE weekly workout  Mountain Athletics.  Trainers will take you through a session of either strength, agility, or work capacity and send you on your way to hit the sack, set your alarm and get some sleep before tomorrow morning. More info here. (free)
  • At the Marathon Pavilion:
    • 8:00 a.m. Exhale Spa Power Yoga Class
      Join instructor Rika Henry for an athletically and mentally challenging class set to upbeat music. Exhale’s focus is on strengthening mind and body, and this yoga class is one of their best. Roll out your mat and get ready to sweat; expect a flowing, challenging, and mindful yoga practice. Mat required; registration not required.
    • 5:00 p.m. MELT Class presented by Hospital for Special Surgery. Led by Polly DeMille. The MELT Method uses bodywork techniques and teachings to reduce joint pain and muscle tension. HSS will lead runners through a series of exercises intended to enhance body awareness and restoration and ensure they’re ready for race day.
    • 5:30 p.m. Yoga for Runners presented by Hospital for Special Surgery. Led by Cara Senicola. Help protect your joints with this exclusive class designed to help meet the needs of runners’ bodies during training. The class will guide you through proper yoga poses to use when stretching and exercises to strengthen the core and help prevent injury.

Wednesday, November 2nd

  • November Project #PRDay. 5:28/6:28 a.m. For those running, you can jog a few laps with some of the most amazing people or just cheer the like you want to hear on Sunday from the Cheer Station. More info here. (free)
  • At the Marathon Pavilion:
    • 8:00 a.m. Exhale Core Fusion Yoga Class
      This class combines the small, targeted, toning movements of Core Fusion and a flowing, hard-driving yoga practice. Expect a fast-paced vinyasa flow with an extra “oomph” for thighs, glutes, and abs. It’s an uplifting hour on the mat, geared to stretch and tone body and mind, led by instructor Kevin Murane. Mat required; registration not required.
    • 9:00 a.m. Foam Rolling Session presented by Hospital for Special Surgery
      Led by Jamie Osmak. Runners will learn how to use a foam roller to help reduce post-exercise muscle soreness and accelerate the return of muscle strength and power after a hard workout.
    • 5:00 p.m. Strength Training for Runners presented by Hospital for Special Surgery. Led by Pam Geisel and Tiffany Chag. Runners will learn how to effectively strength train and prevent injury during marathon training.
    • 6:00 p.m. Runner’s World Shakeout Run
      Celebrate Runner’s World’s 50th anniversary with an evening shakeout run in Central Park. Led by Bart Yasso and other Runner’s World guests and editors, this run is open to runners of all levels and includes a commemorative giveaway.
    • 8:30 p.m. Tracktown Screening
      THIS EVENT IS CURRENTLY FULL. We hope to have more tickets available closer to the event. Stay tuned for updates!
      This will be a special NYC screening of Tracktown: The Movie, with co-writer, director, and elite runner Alexi Pappas and director/producer Jeremy Teicher on hand for autographs and photo ops.

Thursday, November 3rd

  • KT Tape Champion’s Run with Meb Keflezighi and Special Guests by JackRabbit Free.
    7:00 AM – 10:00 AM EDT JackRabbit: 42 W 14th St. More info here. (free)
  • At the Marathon Pavilion:
    • 8:00 a.m. Exhale Core Fusion Barre Class
      Join instructor Lauren Chiarello for a tough, inspired workout that moves you from barre to mat as it takes you through five intense muscle-targeted sequences that sculpt the arms, lean out the legs, shape the butt, and chisel the waistline. The workout ends with an inspirational cool-down geared to leave you with a well-deserved sense of accomplishment, energy, and peace. Socks required; registration not required.
    • 9:00 a.m. Ryan and Sara Hall Q&A Session
      Join pro runners and Fitbit Ambassadors Ryan and Sara Hall for breakfast, a meet and greet, photo ops, and a special Q&A session where they will discuss their tips and tricks for surviving a marathon, and Sara will share insights on how she’s used the Fitbit Surge to get ready for race day.
    • 4:00 p.m. New York Road Runners Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
      New York City Marathon icons Rod Dixon, Dick Traum, Margaret Okayo, and Steve Jones will make up the NYRR Hall of Fame Class of 2016. Former NYRR President and CEO Mary Wittenberg will receive the Abebe Bikila Award and New York Times writer Jeré Longman will receive the George Hirsch Journalism Award.
    • 6:00 p.m. Run Fast. Eat Slow. Meet-and-Greet with Shalane Flanagan and Elyse Kopecky. Join Olympian Shalane Flanagan and her co-author, Elyse Kopecky, for an inspirational nutrition talk. Learn the story behind Run Fast. Eat Slow. and how “indulgent nourishment” can help you run stronger and happier. A Q&A and book signing will follow the talk.
    • 6:45 p.m. Lauren Fleshman: Complete Training Journal Book Launch
      Join American former track and field athlete Lauren Fleshman as she launches her new book and shares insights on competing, improving your mental game, and how to ensure that race day brings out your best. Books will be available for purchase and signing, and there will be a meet-and-greet and photo ops with Lauren.

  • Shake It Out with Fitbit at NYRR Open Run with Dean Karnazes
    7:00 p.m. in Brooklyn Bridge Park
    Whether you’re here for the TCS New York City Marathon or just looking for a fun, active event, come get your steps in at a free shakeout run, hosted by NYRR Open Run, in partnership with Fitbit—the Official Fitness Tracker of the TCS New York City Marathon. Run alongside ultramarathon man and Fitbit Ambassador, Dean Karnazes. Hear how he’s been training with Fitbit Surge to help him conquer the city on race day, and enter to win a tracker of your own! More info here. (free)
  • November Project at Mountain Athletics: PART II.  Our friends are bringing you another hard hitting workout, same time, different location. 6:30 p.m. More info here. (free)

Friday, November 4th

  • November Project at Bethesda Fountain, 6:25 a.m. Moving up the start time, so be there ON TIME. What does that mean? 6:25 a.m. Six twenty-five a.m. Marathon swag will be sold at this workout as well. More info here. (free)
  • At the Marathon Pavilion:
    • 8:00 a.m. Exhale Core Fusion Barre Class
      Join instructor Lauren Chiarello for a tough, inspired workout that moves you from barre to mat as it takes you through five intense muscle-targeted sequences that sculpt the arms, lean out the legs, shape the butt, and chisel the waistline. The workout ends with an inspirational cool-down geared to leave you with a well-deserved sense of accomplishment, energy, and peace. Socks required; registration not required.
    • 11:00 a.m. Dean Karnazes Q&A and Book Signing
      Join Fitbit Ambassador and ultramarathoner Dean Karnazes for a special Q&A. Learn how he trains and prepares for races with Fitbit Surge. Sneak a peek and purchase The Road to Sparta and enjoy a meet-and-greet and photo ops with Dean.
    • 12:00 p.m. New York Times Discussion: Mindfulness and Running
      Led by the New York Times, this interactive panel discussion will focus on mindfulness and meditation practices and how to apply them to running. Panelists will even help runners create a unique mantra to use during the TCS New York City Marathon. Panelists include Jen Kluczkowski, founder of Mindfresh; David Gelles, meditation expert, New York Times business reporter, and author of Mindful Work; and Jen Miller, award-winning writer and New York Times contributor.
    • 1:00 p.m. Forever at the Finish Line Book Event
      Author Daniel Mitrovich will be on site for book sales, signing, and a meet-and-greet. Stop by to learn about the book that documents the monumental effort to install the life-size statue of New York City Marathon cofounder and former NYRR President Fred Lebow.
    • 2:00 p.m. TCS goIT Presentation
      goIT is TCS’s signature community STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) education program, teaching coding, robotics, and design to more than 10,000 middle and high schoolers in more than 32 cities. Students from the program will present their concepts as a part of the TCS goIT Mobile App Challenge.
    • 3:00 p.m. Runner’s World December Cover Search Contest Reveal
      Runner’s World’s third annual cover search recognizes two exemplary runners–one male and one female–in America. The two winners are selected by a panel of Runner’s World judges, including Editor-in-Chief David Willey, Chief Running Officer Bart Yasso, and Executive Editor Tish Hamilton, based on their inspirational, personal breakthrough moments and stories of how running changed their lives.

  • GO THE EXTRA MILE, NYC.
    On Friday, Nov. 4, ASICS will be taking over New York City’s Columbus Circle and you’re invited to run (or walk) a mile to donate shoes to Girls on the Run. Each mile ran on the ASICS Extra Mile treadmills stationed in Columbus Circle will equal a pair of shoes donated to the non-profit. Stay tuned for hours of activation closer to the event. More info here.  (donation)
  • Never Stop Exploring Speakers Series: November Project
    Run followed with a FREE party and presentation from November Project as we celebrate New York, the running community, and the launch of “Showing Up,” a film by Dooster, powered by The North Face about 8 people who’s lives have been changed by joining November Project. More info here. (free)

Saturday, November 5th

  • The NYC Run, Selfie, Repeat NYC Marathon Shakeout Fun Run!
    NYC Marathon fun shakeout run led by Run, Selfie, Repeat’s Kelly Roberts and co-hosted by Finish Line Physical Therapy! It doesn’t matter if you’re getting ready to run 26.2 in NYC or if you’re cheering, everyone and all athletic levels are welcome! More info here. (free)
  • NYC Marathon Shakeout Art Run
    Whether you’re in town for the New York City Marathon, a New Yorker running the NYC Marathon or just want to get in a beautiful tour of the world’s best street art, Join the Wolf Pack for a 5K art run through downtown NYC:  lots of incredible street art and new murals in the Lower East Side and SoHo during this relaxed pace NYC Marathon shakeout run. More info here. (not free)
  • Pre NYC Marathon Yoga for Runners!
    “Find out how I used yoga to finish my first half marathon in an 1 hour and 37 minutes!” Join “The Runners Gym at Custom Performance” for a PRE MARATHON YOGA SHAKE OUT!  Enjoy some fall “shakes” & specialized swag bag giveaways! More info here. (not free)

updated daily so bookmark this post and keep checking here every day!

Don’t forget to re-read the New York City Marathon Tips, Course Strategy and Info! post

I’ve compiled this listing off official emails I’ve received or brand/athletes/stores’s facebooks or twitter. Please review the event before making any plans: don’t blame me if any of these get cancelled, or switched, or anything. Have fun!

2015 TCS New York City Marathon: free race week events!

  I will be updating constantly, so recheck often! updated 10/30, 10 am

And don’t forget to re-read the New York City Marathon Tips, Course Strategy and Info! post

Monday, October 19th

  • Race IQ: Get the Inside Scoop on the NYC Marathon. Join Tailwind Endurance and Finish Line Physical Therapy as they welcome a panel of experts (Jonathan Cane, Kelly Roberts, Mike Cassidy) to discuss the ins, outs and secrets to success at the TCS New York City Marathon. 7 pm at Finish Line Physical Therapy (119 W. 23rd St. #304; punch in 2711 to access the building). More info and registration here. Free.

Tuesday, October 20th and ongoing

  • The New York City Marathon: The Great Race. Check out this new exhibit at the Museum of the City of New York. Show your NYRR membership card or printout for free entry any day. Join NYRR  President and CEO Michael Capiraso and Peter Ciaccia—President, Events, and Race Director, TCS New York City Marathon for cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28th, as well as a chance to view the exhibit with curator Sean Corcoran. There is a discussion with Frank Shorter and Bill Rodgers on October 31st at 3PM. Entry is open to all current NYRR members and one (1) guest on a first-come, first-served basis. My post with pictures here. More info here. Maybe Free.

Wednesday, October 21st

  • A Breakfast with Kathrine Switzer to benefit Girls on the Run. Join GOTR for an inspirational breakfast featuring Kathrine Switzer, the iconic sports and social advocate who was the first woman to officially enter and run the Boston Marathon. 8 am. Info and Registration here. Not Free.

Saturday, October 24th

  • Last 10 Miles of the NYC Marathon.  Empire Tri Club & the New York Running Company are teaming up to host a long training run covering the “Last 10 Miles” of the TCS NYC Marathon course, presented by Nike.  Coaches will guide you through the course from the 59th Street Bridge, uptown through the Bronx and Harlem, and finish in Central Park by the iconic marathon finish line near Tavern on the Green.

Timeline: 7:30am – Meet at the NY Running Company EAST SIDE location at 63rd & 3rd for bag drop / 7:45am – Runners depart (regroup at the 59th Street Bridge:60th St & 1st Ave) / 7:50am – Meet the coaches, pace groups, directions / 8am – Run begins. Route map can be found here.  Run begins at 60th & 1st and ends in Central Park at the Marathon Finish Line. After the run, head on up to the New York Running Company at Columbus Circle for breakfast and 15% off your purchases all day long!  Bags will be transported from the East Side NY Running Co. to Columbus Circle to be picked up after the run.  There will be a water break on the course around mile 5. Pace groups will be formed. All abilities are welcome.  Register here. Free.

Monday, October 26th

  • Group Run with HOKA. Jack Rabbit Upper East Side store. 7:00 pm. Hoka will bring demo shoes to this easy run. Bag watch and changing facilities provided at the store. More info here. Free.
  • A (free) Pre-TCS NYC Marathon Yoga + Art + Drinks + Fun PARTY by Only Atoms. 6:30-10pm. Sky Gallery, 460 Union Street, Brooklyn. More Info and Rsvp here. Free.

Tuesday, October 27th

  • Book Signing and Discussion: Two Hours by Ed Caesar. Discuss the sub-two-hour marathon and meet the author. 4 pm at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • Film Screening: Marathon . Q&A with producer Kate McLean and runner Julio Sauce to follow. 6 pm at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • Meet and Greet with Dean Karnazes presented by The North Face. 6.30 pm, Columbus Circle. We’ll welcome ultra-marathoner Dean Karnazes for an easy shake-out run and Q-and-A session. We bet he knows a few things about running 26.2 miles. More info here.
  • Adidas Sponsored Run. 6.30 pm at Paragon Sports. Bag Check available. More info here.
  • Marathon Course Strategies with Coach John Honerkamp. Learn course and race strategy for first-time marathoners. 7 pm at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.

Wednesday, October 28th

  • Runner’s World Shakeout Run with  ADIDAS. 6 pm at the UWS Jack Rabbit Store. More info here. Free
  • Film Screening: ESPN 30 for 30 Short “Every Day” 6 pm at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • On Clouldflyer Launch Party. 6 pm at the Columbus Circle NYC Running Company.
    We’re clear for take-off: soar to new heights in the On Cloudflyer, the Swiss brand’s newest shoe. We’ll celebrate in mile-high style with snacks, drinks, and other fun surprises. Cheers to running on clouds! More info here. Free.
  • Shake Out Run with Andrew and Deena Kastor. 6:30 pm, Paragon Sports. Join us for a Shake Out Run with Andrew Kastor and Deena Kastor on Wednesday, October 28th at 6:30pm. You will have the opportunity to test out PEAR Sports app, including getting your VO2 max number and theTimex Sports IRONMAN RunX50+ smart watch! More info here and here. Free.
  • Book Signing and Discussion: My Year of Running Dangerously
    Writer Tom Foreman in a discussion with Sirius XM’s Pete Dominick. 7 pm at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • Breakfast of Champions: Meet and Greet with Halie Gebrselassie and Wilson Kipsang. The rest is TBD. More info here soon.

Thursday, October 29th

  • Presentation and Panel Discussion – the Museum of the City of New York. 10:00–10:30 a.m. 7 at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • Kathrine Switzer Book Signing. Meet the author and purchase Marathon Woman in the book signing area. 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • NYRR Presents: Gary Corbitt. The son of legendary distance runner Ted Corbitt will present a revealing history of New York Road Runners. 2:00–2:30 p.m. at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • NYRR Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Honoring Haile Gebrselassie, Tegla Loroupe, Paula Radcliffe, and Paul Tergat. 3:00 p.m. at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • Shake out Run with Deena and Andrew Kastor sponsored by Pear Sports and Westin Hotel and Resorts. 4 pm. The Westin New York Grand Central, 212 East 42nd Street. RSVP by emailing [email protected]. More info here. Free.
  • Film Trailer Screening: City Slickers Can’t Stay with Me: The Coach Bob Larsen Story. Bob Larsen and Meb Keflezighi will discuss the making of the film and answer audience questions. 4:00 p.m. at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • Feature Film Screening: Run for Your Life: The Fred Lebow Story 6:00–9:00 p.m. at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • New Balance Girls’ Night Out. 6:00pm at the Columbus Circle NYC Running CompanyMore info here. Free.
  • New Balance Halloween Run. 6:30 pm. Join us dawning your best costume and ready to run the streets of NYC with our very own NB pacers. Afterwards at the flagship there will be snacks and beverages provided by David’s Tea. Last but not least winner of the best costume wins a pair of reflective Beacon Vazee Pace running sneakers. 150 5th avenue. More info here. Free
  • Marathon Training Party with Dean Karnazes and Mountain Athletics Crew. 6:30 pm at Paragon Sports. Bag Check available. More info here.

Friday, October 30th

  • Charity Miles Shake Out Run. 7 am. Columbus Circle Entrance to Central Park is our meeting spot for a day of fun and excitement. Come one, come all, bring a guest, and hang loose. More info and RSVP here. Free.
  • Local Run with Kevin Hart. 7:34 am at Pier 26 at N. Moore St. Nike+ Run Club is joining forces with Mr. Kevin Hustle Hart for another spontaneous 5K Local Run in New York City. More info and RSVP here.
  • Yoga for Runners sponsored by Hospital for Special Surgery. Guided by Cara Senicola. 8:00 a.m. at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • Kathrine Switzer Book Signing. Meet the author and purchase Marathon Woman in the book signing area. 9:00–11:00 a.m. at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • TCS goIT Mobile App Awards Presentation. Noon at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • Movie Trailer Screening: Tracktown. Including a special appearance by filmmaker and famed runner Alexi Pappas. 2:00 p.m. at the TCS New York City Marathon Pavilion. More info here. Free.
  • Saucony EVERUN Launch with Spring Moves. 6 PM. New York Running Co. The unveiling of Saucony’s innovative cushioning system called EveRUN. Featuring an enhanced energy return, lively underfoot sensation, and increased durability, EveRUN delivers a smooth and fluid ride, which we’ll experience as our friends at Spring Moves serve as our run leaders turned DJs. More info here. Free.

Saturday, October 31st

  • Shake Out Run with Bart Yasso. 8 am at Paragon Sports. Bag Check available. More info here.
  • Halloween bRunch with On. 9 AM. JackRabbit Upper West Side. No tricks, all treats. Take your Halloween costume for a test run and demo the On CloudFlyer. More info here. Free
  • MEBCAN. RITZCAN. UCAN. Join Olympians Meb Keflezighi and Dathan Ritzenhein for a special meet & greet before the New York City Marathon, along with Yale University Researcher Dr. Cathy Yeckel. Hear how Meb and Ritz prepare for a race and get training and nutrition tips from the top two marathoners in the country. Running Panel: 12:30-1:30 PM Meet & Greet: 1:30 – 2:30 PM. New York Marriott Marquis. More info and rsvp here. Free

more updated daily so bookmark this post and keep checking here every day!

Don’t forget to re-read the New York City Marathon Tips, Course Strategy and Info! post

I’ve compiled this listing off official emails I’ve received or brand/athletes/stores’s facebooks or twitter. Please review the event before making any plans: don’t blame me if any of these get cancelled, or switched, or anything. Have fun!

2014 – Looking back and forward

And there goes another year. It was quite full of experiences. There were a lot of great things, lots of love, friends, big family visits, all exciting, but not all sunny and happy, of course. I think it was one of those years when you’re supposed to grow a lot. Running-wise, it was probably my worst year; I lost motivation and failed miserably (but with dignity!) in most races. I don’t see that as a particularly bad thing, it’s a learning process and we can’t always win them all. And off-the-track, it was amazing. We just can’t have it all, can we? 2013 had been a big year. BIG BIG and busy. I met Juan in January, he moved and we got married by September, I changed jobs, PRed at the Half and got a few AG Wins. Then I got an ulcer and it all went downhill, including my 5th NYCM in a row (a blah 3:49). 2014 started weak…

January

You can imagine how weak it started that I didn’t even had resolutions or goals. I wrote tips to run in the winter because I was having issues with it myself! I was signed up for the NYC Half and the Boston Marathon and barely run. The cold just got to me and I lost a lot of will. Then, I fell again for the 3rd time in 5 weeks. A mess. I started to fear running. COLD and SCARY: little running. Total Miles: 77

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February

Juan and I showed up in the Runners World feature: Valentine’s Day “Romance Found on the Run“, and I was Women’s Running Blogger on the Run. But, we moved out of my studio into the penthouse.  I felt like I spent all winter hiding from the cold. I trained little. Very little. Total Miles: 87

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March

I had a slooow NYC Half but it was quite photogenic, fun, and really well run, progressive-splits run all the way! I was still struggling with motivation and goals. I also had a fun trip to SoulcycleTotal Miles: 105

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April

I had an ok Scotland 10K, though I had no interest in racing. Soon enough, we shipped to do the Boston Marathon, here are the Saturday pictures, which are awesome, and the Sunday pics, also awesome. And then there was the race (race report here), slow (3:48) and painful but oh so inspiring and uplifting. Glad I was there for the race (not for my legs or ego!). Total Miles: 80

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May

By now things were looking awful, I hadn’t PRed in a YEAR. A YEAR. So depressing. And I kept struggling with motivation. I decided to stop running completely. I still showed up to the Brooklyn Half Marathon, not knowing if I’ll even run it, and ended up having a great (and slow) time, seems like it’s all about the context for me! Total Miles: 41

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June

This month was also quite running-free and my parents came to visit so I was pretty entertained and didn’t even notice. Still, I did my 100th race, the Mini 10K, as they wanted to see me race in Central Park. This was literally painfully slow. I did run it with 2 friends but it was so slow, I didn’t even run that slow years ago when I started running! And, a fun picture. I took my parents to Bear Mountain and Connecticut and run a bit there, and a bit in the Fort Lauderdale heat, so cute. Stuff gets bad fast when you don’t run, how do non-runners live like that? Total Miles: 30

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July

In July, I saw Daphne, an old friend, running, and basically latched onto her. For Dear Life. I started training again. Good, because I was signed up for a few halfs and the NYC Marathon. Total Miles: 111

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August

Did some wonderful running in the always great Summer Streets, worked and cheered at the NYC Triathlon, then Juan had an awful bike crash in Central Park, which messed up our lives for a couple of months, poor thing. I barely left his side, only to train or work. The running was going fantastic though, fast long runs… who would have thought? Total Miles: 152

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September

I cheered at the 5th avenue mile and took lots of pictures, here and the pros here. The running was going great until we left for our delayed honeymoon in St Croix, there was no running there (but lots of snorkeling!) Total Miles: 116

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October

and we came back straight to racing! First, the, Grete’s Great Gallop, in 1:44. Still, slooow, but getting here. The week after, I did the Staten Island Half, in 1:43 (it’s a bit flatter). Consistency and good predictors for the marathon in 3 weeks. Then the week before the marathon, I did a 5 mile race in Central Park, the Poland Spring Marathon Kickoff, in 37:17, average pace of 7:28. Far from a PR. Still. By then it was a year and a half. But feeling GOOD. Total Miles: 132

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November

November was BUSY. I started it at the NYC Marathon Expo, which was all loads of crazy (even if smaller compared to previous years) and an Under Armour Party. Worked all week and then did the marathon, here is the race report of the #marathornado. I struggled to stay focused (in 3:49) so I just chilled, slowed down and tried to enjoy it. oh, whatever!!!! I ended up in the Asics  homepage, I tried one of those treadmill studios, I kept Juan company at the Rocky Balboa run and got many pictures, and I bought a million of really-cold weather running gear. And I raced some more!! I did the Race to Deliver 4 miler in Central Park, which I enjoyed, and then a 5K on Thanksgiving, where both Juan and I came first on our AG. Winning! November was rock solid! Total Miles: 88

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December

Seems like the year just picked up at the end! December was great too. I spent .0005 minutes detoxing from Thanksgiving and 2 weeks eating my way through Buenos Aires. Even though I was a bit overweight and slow, I did ok (21:04) in a hot 5K, where my 67 year old mom joined. What a thrill! As soon as I got back to NYC and got a reminder of what last year’s winter tasted like, I got a bit depressed. Somehow, I’ve been running quite a bit in December, even capping the year of with a holiday pictures themed run, and watching the year close with fireworks at the NYRR Midgnight RunTotal Miles: 87

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And there you have it. Though the running was QUITE blah, the rest was wonderful, so I’d say it’s a win! What awaits in 2015? I have no idea, not signed up for anything, thinking about not signing up for NYC Marathon this year, and maybe focusing on the half marathon. I am turning 40 in a few weeks and I am just trying not to push anything. Whatever will happen, WILL happen. Right?

2014 TCS New York City Marathon: free race-week events!

  I will be updating constantly, recheck often or every morning! Plus, send me your tips!!

Monday, October 20th

  • INSPIRE YOU: MIZUNO TAKES OVER SEXY PACE: October 20, 2014 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. New York Running Company-Columbus Circle. Get marathon ready with Mizuno! Riley and Co. will be in for a demo run with the all-new Mizuno Inspires at Monday night’s legendary Sexy Pace run. Shoes will be available for demo from 6:00pm on. The run will be an easy 3-4 miles at a conversational pace. More information

Sunday, October 26th

  • NYC Marathon Strategy Panel: 10:30am – Panel discussion at Jack Rabbit Sports on West 72nd Street. This session is a must-do for anyone running the big race on November 2, previewing the TCS NYC Marathon experience, and providing strategy tips from a some great panelists. You’ll leave with all your logistical questions answered and a well prepared plan that leaves you with just the simple task of executing the 26.2 of running. This event is presented by the Dashing Whippets Running Team and is open to Whippets members and non-members free of charge. RSVP at Eventbrite.com – ‘Marathon Strategy
  • LAST 10 MILES RUN – 8am at the Upper West Side store Scout the last 10 miles of the marathon course with JackRabbit’s group run. They’ll have pacers for runners ranging between 8 and 11 min/mi. JackRabbit will provide free gels, sports drink, and post-run bagel buffet.

Monday, October 27th

  • Post-marathon Recovery Workshop – 7pm. – The NY Flyers and NYRC host Finish Line Physical Therapy owner Michael Conlon and nutritionist Nicci Schook with a Post-marathon Recovery Workshop.  Get expert tips from Michael and Nicci on the best approach, physically and nutritionally to getting your body and mind back in gear after running a marathon. This is timed to get you thinking about this important part of the race as you finish your taper heading into race day…total preparedness is a health and wellness key! The Running Company, 2nd Floor Time Warner Building, Columbus Circle. Refreshments and snacks to be provided by the store.
  • Want to Run like Meb Keflezighi? Come check out the special NYC Edition of Meb’s TCS New York City Marathon shoe, the Speed 3, and enter to win Skechers Performance gear and prizes. Join us Monday, October 27, for a fun run from JackRabbit Upper West Side at 6 PM, followed by food, beer from Sixpoint Brewery, and raffles. RSVP by emailing [email protected].

Wednesday, October 29th

  • Hoka One one and Runner’s World NYC Shakeout Run – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, New York Running Company-Columbus Circle. Join Hoka One One and Runner’s World for a marathon shakeout run with the legendary Bart Yasso! We will head out for 3.5 mile run in Central Park at 6:10. When we return runners will be treated to a Q and A with Bart and some terrific giveaways from NYRC and Hoka One One. WE will also be hosting a drawing where 3 lucky runners will even score a brand new pair of Hokas. Put this event on your calendar and get the marathon weekend started right. More information
  • New York City Marathon Shake Out Run. Join us at City Sports for a 5k Warm Up Run and Carb Dinner at 6 pm with Asics before Marathon Weekend! There’ll be a 5k Warm Up Run lead by CS run club pacer, and after run pasta and pizza carbo-load dinner for all. Custom race tee screen printing in store and Asics tee giveaway or purchase of any CS by City Sports tees or Asics NY Marathon tee. More information and RSVP

Thursday, October 30th

  • Timex One Relay Celebration–  6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Join New York Running Company as they welcome the athletes of the Timex One Relay on Thursday, October 30. The relay takes runners on an epic adventure from the start of the Chicago marathon to the finish line of the TCS New York City marathon, 800 miles later. They’ll host a 3 mile group run at 6:00pm, for the last leg of the relay. Plus, our friends from Back On My Feet NYC will be on-hand for the festivities. Post-run we have refreshments and some special surprises on tap. More Information

Friday, October 31st

  • Meet The RunnersTop American Finisher of the 2013 NYC Marathon Ryan Vail and American Marathoner Desi Davila at Paragon Sports at 1 pm. More information
  • New Balance/City Sports Halloween Zante Party –  7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Join us on Halloween for a New Balance Zante NYC Marathon Event at City Sports. Halloween Costume Contest! 1st Prize: FREE NYC Fresh Foam Zantes. 2nd Prize: City Sports Gift Card. 3rd Prize: Halloween Prize Pack. Limited release of the New Balance NYC Fresh Foam Zante.  Smoothies and Food supplied by Cosi and the Rolling Bean. RSVP here.

Saturday, November 1st

  • Meet The Runners: American Long Distance Marathoner Ryan Hall and the 2007 Iron Man World Champion Andy Potts at Paragon Sports at 2 pm. More information
  • Pre-Marathon Party: 10am-6pm. Come get pumped for the marathon at Jack Rabbit’s Union Square‘s pre-party presented by Saucony & Zico! They’ll have a live DJ all day, a photo booth, graffiti artist, and giveaways every 26.2 minutes.

Sunday, November 2nd

  • Bag Drop/Post-Race Meet-Up: JackRabbit is hosting a FREE bag drop and post-race reunion area at  the Upper West Side location, just a short walk from the finish line. Runners can drop their bags at either the Upper West or Brooklyn stores from Thursday 10/30 through Saturday 11/1. After the race, stop by to get your bag, meet up with friends and family, and celebrate your accomplishment. They’ll have refreshments and bathrooms available. Register for bag drop @ jackrabbitsports.com – no RSVP necessary to join the party.

Monday, November 3rd

  • Marathon Monday! 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m at the Marathon Pavilion at Central Park and West 67th Street. Limited-edition finisher gear. Finisher medal engraving by Fond Memories. Post-race recovery. Purchase your own issue of the New York Times featuring award-winning coverage of the TCS New York City Marathon and a special finisher results section. Finisher Photo by Oakley: Snap the perfect memory with your family, friends, and fellow racers. The free photo booth will print your photo to take home, as well as let you share instantly to your social media accounts. Official Photo, Video, and DVD Products. More information
  • Post-Marathon Meet & Greet With Meb Keflezighi! How better to celebrate the day after the New York City Marathon than with one of America’s greatest distance runners: Meb Keflezighi! Fresh off running the marathon, Meb will be at JackRabbit Upper West Side on Monday, 1–3 PM taking photos with fans (that’s you!), and signing posters and copies of his book, Run to Overcome. RSVP here so we know you’ll be stopping by.
  • Marathon Monday Finisher Celebration Presented by Asics – 9:00 am – 4:15 pm – New York Running Company-Columbus Circle. While Marathon Sunday is arguably the best day in NYC all year, we’d like to make a case for Marathon Monday: a day to celebrate your 26.2 mile journey. Join us on Monday, November 3, for an epic party that includes FREE finisher medal engraving from Crown Trophy, massage therapy from the good folks at Body and Soul Restorations, and limited edition marathon giveaways from Asics. More information

Tuesday, November 4th

  • UCAN BE MEBNIFICENT-  Meet & Greet: 6:00 PM  – Q&A with Meb: 7-7:45 PM  – Autograph Signing: 7:45-8:30 PM. Join UCAN and New York City and Boston Marathon Champion Meb Keflezighi at New York Running Company (10 Columbus Circle) and hear his inspiring running story. Learn nutrition and training tips from Meb during an intimate Q & A session. *All attendees will receive an autographed photo of Meb and a free UCAN sample pack. RSVP here

Make sure you also check the Run The City dealsinfo here. For example:

  • Urban Athletics – Offer: 30% off all full priced merchandise
  • IceBreaker- Offer: 20% off regular-priced merchandise and a FREE pair of running socks with a purchase of more than $100
  • Paragon Sports – Offer: 20% off one full-priced item in store from 10/26 to 11/03, excluding GPS watches and Go-Pro cameras
  • Super Runners Shop – 25% off Surefoot Custom Insoles, 15% off all apparel, running shoes, and accessories
  • many many more (including also restaurant offers too!)

more updated daily so bookmark this post and keep checking here every day!

I’ve compiled this listing off official emails I’ve received or brand/athletes/stores’s facebooks or twitter. Please review the event before making any plans: don’t blame me if any of these get cancelled, or switched, or anything. Have fun!

My Most Embarrassing Running Moment: Kara Goucher

Kara said:

My most embarrassing running moment was probably the time in HS when I went to pull off my warm ups and realized I forgot to put on my racing shorts. Tears and a quick change later I was on my way…

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Kara Goucher is an American middle and long distance runner. She was the 10,000 meters bronze medalist at the 2007 World Championships in Athletics and represented USA at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and 2012 London Olympics. She made her marathon debut in 2008 and finished third at the Boston Marathon.

 

Previously:

My Most Embarrassing Running Moment: Bart Yasso

My Most Embarrassing Running Moment: Lauren Fleshman

My Most Embarrassing Running Moment: Molly Pritz

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My Most Embarrassing Running Moment: Molly Pritz

Molly said:

My most embarrassing running moment was one of the first practices of my college career. Our coach gave us a 3200m time trial to do. This was my chance to strut my stuff and have all that summer training pay off! Literally 100m into the time trial, I tripped and went down HARD. I’m fairly sure I felt every one of my teammates’ spikes either go into my back or kick my limbs. By the time I got up, the wind was completely knocked out of me and the last place runner had at least 50m on me. I got up, with tears in my eyes, and a nasty gasping wheeze while trying to catch my breath and finished my pathetic time trial. As if this wasn’t embarrassing enough in front of my new teammates, I followed it up by slipping and falling off the bus in front of everyone at our very next long run. To this day, I think my college team sees me as one of the clumsiest runners of all time. 

Molly Pritz is a professional runner sponsored by ASICS who won the 2010 Rock ‘n Roll San Antonio Half Marathon in 1:12:14, was second to New Zealand’s Kim Smith at the 2011 Mardi Gras Half Marathon in 1:11:05, and won the 2011 USA 25K National Championship in 1:25:28. She was also the first American and 12th overall at the 2011 New York City Marathon, running a 2:31:52.

Previously:

My Most Embarrassing Running Moment: Bart Yasso

My Most Embarrassing Running Moment: Lauren Fleshman

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My Most Embarrassing Running Moment: Lauren Fleshman

Lauren said:

My most embarrassing running moment was in high school. I was rushing toward the startline of a race because I was almost late, and right on the infield next to the start, I stripped off my sweatpants and accidentally pulled my shorts off with it, and there I was standing bare assed in front of the entire stadium. Not awesome!

Lauren Fleshman was the U.S. 5000 meters champion in 2006 and 2010, and has competed at the IAAF World Championships in Athletics in 2003, 2005, and 2011. She competes in a variety of middle and long distance events, ranging from the 1500 meters and mile to the 5,000 meters. She debuted in the Marathon November 6, 2011 at the ING New York City Marathon, finishing 12th. She currently trains in Eugene, Oregon as part of the Nike funded professional team Oregon Track Club Elite. Fleshman is the Co-Founder and Brand Director of a gluten and dairy free energy bar company, Picky Bars. In 2013, Fleshman joined Oiselle, a rapidly growing women’s running apparel company, as a sponsored athlete and business partner to create new products, opportunities & messages for female athletes.

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My Most Embarrassing Running Moment: Bart Yasso

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I’ve had so many ridiculously embarrassing moments that I figured this must have happen to everyone. So I decided to get out there and ask around. Get ready because I have already collected a few that will make you have another embarrassing moment of your own 😉

Bart Yasso said:

My most embarrassing moment was doing my PowerPoint presentation at the Bare Buns Fun Run. I had no clue until I arrived at the location that the runners would be naked at the pasta dinner. The race wanted me naked and on a stage to deliver my presentation. I thought this will be easy: I’m not going to look at the naked people and hide beyond the podium.  Well guess what, no podium! I had a cinder block to rest my computer on. I guess it’s good practice if you’re nervous about public speaking.

Who is Bart Yasso in case you have been living under a rock… Stay Tuned, more coming soon!!! 

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such an unexpected run today…

You know I rarely every talk about my runs or my own training but today… interesting.

I hadn’t run since my slow half on Saturday and wasn’t looking forward to it: I have been eating all I felt like and I really have a lot in my head, all good, but I am super distracted. Well, this morning was sunny and it smelled like Spring: Gotta RUN!

I was just going to attempt and fun-easy-katyperry-paced run when I see Bart Yasso was hosting at run at Super Runners Shop. Ok, I am in.

I show up and I knew half the people there, or everybody.  When we took off, I decided to chase the leaders. Uhm, GREAT idea. They were going at it. This one guy was a sprinter and not even putting his heel down, and there was Kathleen too, who, omg, was flying like it was no big deal. I asked her for her PRs because I could tell… I almost fainted all I remember was her marathon: 2:44. Well, I tried to hang on. I felt heavy and sore still from my two halfs these past ten days but I did the faster 5 miles I probably ever did in the park. I kept thinking about that post I blogged about today about going out at an unsustainable pace: I’ll run at this crazy speed and then I’ll stop and cry my way back to the store. Somehow, I finished. I did think I was gonna die in the last block, but I didn’t. It was close.

Anyway, the gratuitous photo as usual:

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First picture with myboyfriend Bart.

This week.

And one more, let’s see if you can spot me, who knows what was happening…

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Racing all over Bermuda

So I was in Bermuda for the Bermuda Marathon Weekend. Friday was the Mile.

We all scooted over to Hamilton, and the mile is run on their main street, pretty much like the Fifth Avenue Mile!!

Bart Yasso was doing the announcements and he did a huge shout out for my team, as we had our own corral: corral two, the first one right behind the elites! It’s super cool to be part of a race that is SO accomodating…! There was this whole parade with bands before the race got going. It was quite exciting.

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Saturday was the 10k, start and was in a stadium, which was really windy and I think that was the start of my downfall (of course there was a downfall!) as I was completely underdressed and freeeeeezing for 6 hours. I kept doing laps in the track just to keep warm…

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nice finish line!

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the team… ready because they had no idea just how hilly the course was going to be… For what I heard the 10K course was tougher than the half or the full…

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At the start.

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Jenny and I, I know you’re looking at the track and not us!

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Anthony, the race director who I had been working with for months, and Bart, my boyfriend for the weekend (HE said that, no me!!). I love him.

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Soon enough we see the winner approach. Soon after we start seeing our participants. A few of them placed really well, even 2nd and 3rd overall in the whole triangle challenge, which I think it’s pretty crazy to start with: I run a few of those hills!

the most exciting part is around the corner…  but I need a nap!

 

NYCM2011: Who wasn’t at the expo?

Before this: NYCM2011: All over the press / NYCM2011: At the NYCM Press Conference / NYCM2011: FootLocker Run – Bart, Ryan, Bobby, Carrie, Steph, well… everyone was there!

Thursday I had an after-work work thing, so I had to go to the expo earlier in the day. Blaise (my training partner) and I met up for the trip, because I knew that as soon as we got there, we’d get separated… This is how you ride to the Expo!

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Cool right? NYC transforms into running mecca for the marathon!! Everywhere you look there’s banners, ads, signs, elite runners, whatever. It’s kinda really too cool. And it’s Fall. There’s no better week to be in this fabulous city!

Mandatory expo shot:

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As soon as I walk in, even before I get my bib, I walk into one of my best friends and most favorite people in the world!! I met Karen at Team in Training and we shared offices for a month. It’s a small city. Or a small expo!?!? Runners tend to hang out in the same circles… though she was volunteering at the expo.

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Another mandatory expo shot I’ve done 5 years in a row…! Yey for rituals!

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The Asics store is usually the biggest booth and always pretty amazing. Because of that, I looked down and blazes thru it repeating out loud ‘I don’t need anything” like a crazy person.

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Ok, I lied. I didn’t look down. I looked up: their ads are pretty osom!

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At the NYRR’s booth, with Daphne. Fab new logo, Fab Daphne…

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More fabulosity… the love story continues… Laura, watch out!!!!!

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Ah, the TNT booth! Katie looking fabulous in purple, my favorite color. What are the odds?

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And there’s John again, who I talked about yesterday. He was manning the NYRR Training Program booth with another one of NYRR’s osom coaches, Stuart Calderwood. The guy is pretty phenomenal and is about to break all records ever. yeap. Sorry for the blurry pictures, these two are just fast for a regular camera!

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That’s Dari, at the Sparkly Soul booth with fabulous shiny headbands. She’s a TNT coach so in two seconds we were both screaming!

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HA, and Tegla Loroupe was signing pictures. I wished her good luck and she signed a card for me! Uh, my head is enormous. Maybe that’s why those headbands are so tight!?!??!

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I took some pictures of the adidas booth because I love Grete…

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Went back to the RW booth to say goodbye to Barth and Amby was there… We chatted a bit about the Loop and Smart Coach and stuff. I think he’s like Neo in the matrix and he just sees numbers and code…

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It was a fun trip and it always takes forever. I got a few “I know who you are!!!” or, “I read about you!!”, which was weird and cool at the same time. I looked at the medal, which is always fun. That’s all I think about come mile 22… 2 days to go and I am exhausted. I am thinkign about skipping the RW party tonight. It’s sad but I am toast!

After this: NYCM2011: Have you seen a Marathon Morning like this? /  NYCM2011: Get Ready, Set, GO! / NYCM2011: Beyond The Finish Line (finally the last post!) / NYCM2011: Marathon Monday (Ed, the breakfast, Carrie, the press conference, etc.!) /

NYCM2011: FootLocker Run – Bart, Ryan, Bobby, Carrie, Steph, well… everyone was there!

Before this: NYCM2011: All over the press / NYCM2011: At the NYCM Press Conference

It turns out, I have a million rituals come race week. Every day I swear I will eat better and go to sleep early. That’s usually a FAIL. Thursday I go to the expo, Saturday I try to keep it quiet (though this year I am going to cheer on the 5K, coach a couple of hours, dinner with a team I coached for the marathon, etc, etc…).

Rituals are good. They give me a sense of stability. When you have a non-stop-crazy life, they really do help.

Race Week Wednesdays, I go to the Footlocker Run with Ryan Hall and Bart Yasso (here is last year’s post, when Steph and I dared chick Ryan!).

As soon as I got there… overload!!! I knew EVERYONE there. Is that why I am Miss Manhattan? Seriously, everyone! So I had to catch up super fast with everyone. Not easy, it’s such a busy week with SO much happening!!!

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You know Steph in the far right (an accidental runner!!!), man I love that girl. And you’ve seen Blaise before too, my training partner. On the left are two team mates: Lisa and Alejandra.

Carrie Tollefson was there too doing some interviews and we chatted for a bit. Somehow, I didn’t take any pictures…

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John is one of NYRR’s coaches and the brain behind all the math and genius put into the NYRR training programs. I got to test them before they launched earlier this year and they were pretty fantastic! He’s also a fabulous runner (and a fun to watch rabbit!), with an 800 meter specialty. Obviously, we can’t run together!

Before I even made it inside, with all the chat, I (and Staten Island) got called in to take picutes with Bobby Curtis, who will be running his first marathon this weeekend! He’s from PA and did his first half this year in Philly, with a 1:01:53. Ridiculous.

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The guy is super sweet. We talked about the course a bit and I asked him to not pass us on Sunday without pacing us for a few miles. Because, why not? I really hope he does well!!

Soon after, Ryan and Bart and Mary made it into the store and there was some talk about a certain marathon…

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Steph… a runner in love…

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This is Janine, who works 24/7 and is SO amazing. She’s been with NYRR for 7 years and you’d think she’s 15! I love her. And she lives very close to me so I’ll be stalking her to come run with me soon after all this is done!

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My Footlocker peeps. Also amazing people. I have to say, out of the whole Footlocker Five Borough Challenge experience, the thing I love the most is the people I have met. Seriously ridiculously inspiring and amazing and fun people. Love you guys!

Ok, enough talk and pictures, running time!

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That’s Ryan Hall right there. Somehow, Steph, Blaise and I were keeping up. How does Ryan do 9 minute miles??? I am sure it hurts. He had said earlier his easy pace is 5:30, pffffffff.

Should I post this picture, should I not??? Steph, sorry, I sent it to you last night so YOU could post it, but I can’t resist. I love these two sooooo much, I HAVE to post it: (SORRY LOVE!)

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I have to mention I kept saying all day, and repeteaded thru the run: I HAVE THE BEST FRIENDS IN THE WORLD. I do.  Speaking of which, back in the store after 3 miles…

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The guys doing their thing… and I was doing mine!

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Ooooops, I was directed to pose in for a pic with all of them!

How on earth did I blink for this????? SOOOO not me!!!!!!! Re-do! Re-do!!!

After this:  NYCM2011: Have you seen a Marathon Morning like this? /  NYCM2011: Get Ready, Set, GO! / NYCM2011: Beyond The Finish Line (finally the last post!) / NYCM2011: Marathon Monday (Ed, the breakfast, Carrie, the press conference, etc.!) /