When I
was in college, I would always skip classes on Boston Marathon Monday to watch the races. After I graduated, I would take a personal day on Boston Marathon Monday to watch the races.
At some point, I lost my passion for the Boston Marathon. It’s not that I’ve lost my passion for Boston…I love the city. It’s not that I’ve lost my passion for the marathon…I think it is still THE greatest race (the perfect blend of speed & strength). I just lost my passion for watching the Boston Marathon.
This year, that’s changed. Once again, I can’t wait for Monday to watch the races. What’s different? Quite simple, Americans contending. Specifically, Ryan Hall and Kara Goucher. I’m fascinated by BOTH of these athletes.
There’s a ton of coverage on these two over at letsrun.com. If you want to get psyched for Boston, go read an article about either Ryan or Kara…I can almost guarantee it will inspire you to the point where you have to stop what you’re doing and go run.
Me…I’m heading out now…and looking forward to Monday.
