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Posts tagged "chicago marathon"

Chicago Marathon 2009: You came, you saw, you ran

Political statement or cold-weather gear? Were you running in the 2009 Chicago Marathon? Were you one of those guys with no shirt on? I bundled up and stepped over to 18th Street and Blue Island when the 4:15 pack was coming through and have to admit your willingness to train for months and brave the... Read more »
By Fernando Diaz,
October 11, 2009 at 3:01 pm
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Chicago marathon: how to get a kick-ass finish line photo

Don’t, whatever you do: Don’t look down, even though you’re going to be so ready to just be finished already. Don’t mess around with your watch check your time the second you are crossing the finish line. Don’t obscure your bib number with your arms (or by hunching over) if you can help it. Don’t... Read more »
By AmyGuth,
October 7, 2009 at 4:20 pm
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Chicago marathon: How to navigate water stops

The Chicago marathon is upon us in a matter of days so let’s talk about how to navigate a water stop. Because there is a right way and very, very wrong way. And, here at ChicagoNow, we’re looking out for you. We don’t want you to be that guy. Or gal. Which guy? Picture this... Read more »
By AmyGuth,
October 7, 2009 at 3:56 pm
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