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Marathon Handbook’s weekly podcast covers everything you need to know about running, from running your first 5K to qualifying for the Boston Marathon!ย Each week, our editors chat about what’s going on in the running scene, as well as timely training tips, the best new gear, and what’s happening at the world’s biggest races. We’ll cover everything from the Boston Marathon to the Barkley Marathons, often podding live from the most important moments in running! Watch our video podcast each week on YouTube, and listen to it wherever you get your podcasts! Inquiries: podcast@marathonhandbook.com
It's Boston Marathon week and we are absolutely fired up. In this mega preview episode, Michael Doyle, Katelyn Tocci, and Alex Cyr break down everything you need to know about the 130th Boston Marathon: from navigating race-day logistics and the expo, to pacing the notoriously tricky course, to our boldest hot takes and elite race storylines.
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Whether you're toeing the start line in Hopkinton, cheering from Wellesley, or watching from home, this is your complete guide to Marathon Monday.
๐๏ธ Marathon Handbook Boston Weekend Events
We have a packed weekend of events โ here's what's happening and how to find us:
- Friday evening: Live podcast recording at the BAA Fan Fest at City Hall Plaza, 6:30 PM. Come watch us improvise live โ no prep, pure chaos.
- Saturday morning: Alex races the B.A.A. 5K at 8:00 AM in a stacked elite field (yes, really โ and yes, he'll be lapped).
- Saturday evening: Our Mile Zero live event at Trident Booksellers & Cafe on Newbury Street, doors at 5:00 PM. Now beyond sold out! Special guest: elite American runner CJ Albertson, plus prizes, giveaways, and a mystery second guest who is an absolute Boston Marathon legend.
- Sunday morning: Free community shakeout run at the Boston Marathon finish line on Boylston Street, 10:00 AM. No sign-up required โ just show up. Look for Katelyn in her blue 2003 Boston Marathon jacket.
- Monday: Our live Watch Along Show streams on YouTube and at marathonhandbook.com all morning. Join us from the Trident Booksellers venue or watch from home. We'll be doing live updates, real-time coverage, and our Instant Reaction podcast immediately after the race.
