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4 Days to go Until #Boston127
We can't wait to welcome you to Boston for the historic 127th Boston Marathon. In this week's newsletter we feature ten reminders on what to expect (and how to plan) for a successful race day.
We wish you safe travels, and can't wait to cheer you on Monday!
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The 2023 adidas Boston Marathon® Collection | |
Grab your piece of the 2023 adidas Boston Marathon® Collection, our most sustainable range ever made for the iconic road race. With everything from lightweight tank tops, shirts and shorts to hoodies and jackets – there is something for every runner to feel good about wearing when you cross the finish line. | |
Final Boston Marathon Training Clinic - LIVE!
Friday, April 14 at 5:00pm
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Join us for the final Boston Marathon Training Clinic - LIVE on Friday, April 14th at 5:00pm on the Boston Marathon Live Stage - covering everything you need to know about race day! B.A.A. Coach Sarah Dupré Healy will be joined by Coach Mark Carroll & Pro Athletes Jonas Hampton and Matt McDonald for one final talk before Marathon Monday. | |
10 Reminders for a Successful Race Weekend | |
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1) Bib Pick-Up: By now you should have received an email with information on how to claim your Digital Number Pick-Up Pass. You will bring that pass (either printed or on your mobile device) during Expo hours to receive your official bib number. If you have not received your Pass, please visit the Athlete Services desk at the Expo.
2) Wear Your Bib: Wear your bib on the outermost layer of clothing and make sure it’s clearly visible at all times! REMEMBER: Bib numbers are not transferable nor exchangeable. No one else may wear your bib number.
3) Explore the Expo: After getting your bib number, explore this year's expo featuring sponsor booths and the largest adidas Boston Marathon store in history!
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Welcome to Team TCS, Des Linden! | |
Welcome to #TeamTCS, Des Linden! TCS is proud to present Nobody Asked Us, a podcast hosted by running legends Des Linden and Kara Goucher. Join Des, Kara, and TCS for episodes previewing and reliving the 2023 Boston Marathon! | |
10 Reminders for a Successful Race Weekend | |
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4) Boston Marathon Fan Fest: Stop by Copley Square Park from Friday through Sunday for Boston Marathon Fan Fest presented by Amazon featuring live bands, chats with professional athletes, photo ops, activities, and more! A complete schedule can be found here.
5) Download the B.A.A. Racing App: Download the all-new B.A.A. Racing App powered by TCS! Your biggest fans can track your progress along the course from Hopkinton to Boston.
6) Gear Check & Transportation: On race morning, gear check will be available on Berkeley and Boylston Streets. Only the clear plastic bag provided at bib pick-up will be accepted. Once you've dropped your gear off, head to Charles Street in Boston Common to catch the bus out to Hopkinton. Bus loading is by bib color, and you will not be allowed to load before your designated time. Please arrive at the time indicated on your gear check label, which you'll receive at bib pick up.
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Visit Poland Spring at Fan Fest! | |
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On the big day, staying hydrated before, during, and after the marathon is crucial.
Making time for hydrating water breaks can help keep you going strong to the finish line. Look for Poland Spring® hydration stations along the route and stop often to refresh.
Poland Spring® Brand 100% Spring Water is sourced from carefully selected springs and contains naturally occurring electrolytes for a crisp, clean taste.
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10 Reminders for a Successful Race Weekend | |
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7) Athletes' Village & The Start: Upon arriving in Hopkinton, you can use facilities, grab water, and stretch. Race officials will provide directions within Athletes' Village, and announce when it is your turn to depart for the start. It is a .7 mile walk to the start line from Athletes' Village.
8) What's On Course: Poland Spring Water and Lemon Lime Gatorade Endurance Formula stations will be set up at every mile along the course beginning at mile two. Stations will be on both sides of the road. Three Maurten Hydrogel Depots will be located at mile 11.8 on the Wellesley town line; mile 17 in Newton; and at mile 21.5 just after Boston College. Maurten’s Gel 100 (non-caffeinated) and Gel 100 CAF 100 (caffeinated) will be available at all three locations. 26 medical stations will be located along the course staffed with a variety of medical professionals.
9) What's Your Plan?: Prior to starting your race, be sure to make a plan with loved ones on where and when to reunite post-race. The Family Meeting area is located on Stuart Street between Berkeley and Clarendon Streets, and will be labeled by last name.
10) HAVE FUN! We're excited for you to take part in the 127th Boston Marathon, and can't wait to present you the iconic unicorn medal at the finish line!
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B.A.A. Gives Back
Presented by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund
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Join us on Saturday, April 15th from 7-10PM at the Fairmont Copley Plaza for B.A.A. Gives Back presented by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund, an evening dedicated to raising support for the B.A.A.’s community initiatives.
David Ortiz, Boston Red Sox legend, three-time World Series Champion, National Baseball Hall of Fame member, and World Series MVP, will receive the Patriots’ Award and Adrianne Haslet, Para Athlete, Inclusion Advocate, and Boston Strong Survivor, will receive The Dick & Rick Hoyt Award.
Limited tickets available for purchase. For questions, contact baagivesback@baa.org.
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The 127th Boston Marathon is upon us and with it comes our 11th annual release of 26.2 Brew, the official beer of the Boston Marathon. 26.2 Brew is a gose style beer that’s brewed with sea salt and coriander for a light body and refreshing finish and is the perfect beer for a post-race celebration.
26.2 Brew 4-pk cans will be exclusively available at our Boston Brewery and Downtown Taproom locations starting on Friday 4/14 until supplies last!
Take a look at how our Sam Adams locations will be celebrating alongside you this year:
BOSTON BREWERY | 30 GERMANIA STREET
To celebrate the beloved tradition of the Boston Marathon, Samuel Adams is hosting private tours for runners* and their families to join us at the Boston Brewery (30 Germania St) for a unique look into how our beer is made. Walk through our brewhouse with one of our guides to learn the history and process behind our beer and then head into the tasting room and enjoy a fresh 26.2 Brew!
In addition, runners who show their bib from this year’s 127th Boston Marathon will receive their own complimentary Marathon pint glass at the Boston Brewery starting Friday 4/14 until supplies last.
We’ll have live music and local food vendors at the Brewery the 14th through the 18th.
*Your $5 Runner Tour ticket will transfer to a $5 off credit in the Shop or on food in the Taproom after your tour. If all the Runner Tours are sold out at the time of booking, you can use the code MARATHON50 for a 50% discount on another tour experience.
DOWNTOWN BOSTON TAPROOM | 60 STATE STREET
Starting Friday 4/14, folks who order a pint of 26.2 Brew will receive it in this year’s special commemorative Marathon pint glass and be able to take it home with them. This is open to everyone so make sure to order a brew quick inside the taproom because once we’re out, we’re out!
We’ll also be celebrating Marathon Monday with the band Brick Park performing in our Beer Hall from 3:30-6:30pm to get the post-race party started and on Marathon Tuesday, running legend Des Linden will be joining us in our Beer Hall at 1pm for a special meet and greet to celebrate her newest book, Choosing To Run: A Memoir!
Follow us @SamAdamsBostonBrewery and @SamAdamsBostonTaproom to celebrate all weekend long with us!
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Mile 27 Post-Race Party Presented by Samuel Adams | | |
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Celebrate your accomplishment with family, friends, and fellow participants at Fenway Park, America’s most beloved ballpark. The Mile 27 Boston Marathon Post-Race Party will feature live entertainment, a presentation of champions, concessions, and access to the warning track (weather permitting).
Athletes will receive an email with a unique code to purchase a discounted ticket for $5, and the opportunity to purchase additional tickets for friends and family for $15 per person.
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ACTION NEEDED: Submit Your Pre-Event Medical Questionnaire | |
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In an effort to provide the best medical care during your race experience, the B.A.A. asks you to please complete the following RaceSafe form. The B.A.A. Medical Team utilizes RaceSafe, an encrypted health and safety app, to coordinate medical care for any runners needing assistance.
We request that you please securely share your health information in an effort to assist us in case of emergency. Participation is voluntary, but this information may be lifesaving in a medical emergency.
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Having access to information regarding your individual health history (e.g. allergies, recent medications) will allow our medical team to better care for you in the event that you require attention during or after the race. All information is kept confidential in compliance with the Protected Health Information/HIPAA Privacy Rules.
Please complete this brief questionnaire relating to your medical history and previous experiences during road races or training at your earliest convenience. Thank you, and best of luck in training!
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B.A.A 10K Presented by Brigham and Women's Hospital
Registration Now Open
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Secure your spot for the 2023 B.A.A. 10K, presented by Brigham and Women's Hospital!
Registration is now open for the June 25 race, starting and finishing at Boston Common. Earn your next unicorn medal at this fast and fun summer race!
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Share this year's Boston Marathon Spectator Guide and course map with your friends, family, and supporters!
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Boston Children's Hospital | |
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Boston Children’s Hospital is proud to be an official sponsor of the 127th Boston Marathon — and we’re cheering you along, every step of the way. If you’re running to raise funds for Boston Children’s, your generosity will help support research that’s setting the pace of care in sports medicine.
Our researchers are examining many aspects of sports-related orthopedic injuries, including injury prevention, proper treatment and rehabilitation techniques, and the physiology of exercise and conditioning. From assessing form to prevent running injuries, to developing new surgical approaches to ACL tears, to determining how simple lifestyle changes may protect against the effects of concussions, we’re helping athletes of all ages get back in the game — safely.
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The New England Honda Dealers are proud to be the Official Vehicle of the 2023 Boston Marathon | |
The marathon is less than one week away! Be sure to stop at the New England Honda tent at Fan Fest to collect an exclusive Boston Marathon giveaway! The New England Honda Dealers are proud to be the Official Vehicle of the Boston Marathon. | |
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You’ve already done the hard work — now it’s time to put it into practice. As the official Hydrogel Sports Fuel sponsor of the 127th Boston Marathon, Maurten will be fueling your fast on race day at its 3 x on-course Hydrogel Depots.

As a Boston athlete, you can pre-book your Boston 23 Marathon Pack and collect it before race day at the Maurten booth in the expo. The Boston 23 Marathon Pack has been specifically designed to supplement our on-course Hydrogel Depots. Let’s go boss Boston.
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You're Invited to the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism's annual
26.2 Can-Do Fest!
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YOU’RE INVITED to the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism’s annual 26.2 Can-Do Fest! Join us on marathon weekend on Saturday, April 15 starting at 11 am in at the Fan Fest stage in Copley Square! We are so excited to celebrate our Dougie's Team for Autism runners, Boston Marathon charity teams, and the Boston Marathon's Adaptive Program for Runners - a program that the Flutie Foundation is the proud presenting sponsor for. Drop by to hear live musical performances by the Flutie Foundation’s choir of autism self-advocates, Spectrum of Sound, autistic rapper C Quig, autistic singer/songwriter Cierra June, and Doug Flutie and the Flutie Brothers Band!
Don't forget to share this FREE event with your friends and family and INVITE them to this epic bash in celebration of Boston Marathon Weekend! All ages are welcome. We can't wait to see you there!
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Meet Point32Health at Marathon Weekend | |
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Point32Health will have a presence at a number of events and activations throughout Marathon weekend, and we would love to meet you! Stop by and say hi at our booths at Fan Fest and the Expo to grab some swag, win awesome prizes, and maybe even meet Wally the Green Monster. Two-time Boston Marathon winner Joan Benoit Samuelson will also take part in a panel discussion titled Run Your Own Race on Friday, April 14 at 2 p.m., highlighting running’s impact on your physical and mental health. She will be on hand afterward for a brief meet and greet, and will also stop by our booth at The Expo on Saturday. No matter what events you attend, we look forward to seeing you at the following locations:

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The Expo: Booth 510
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Fan Fest: Boylston St. side of Copley Square Park
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Cheer Zone: Mile 20, Newton, MA

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Post-Race Blues: The Neuroscience of Marathon Recovery | |
Post-marathon blues: Are they real, and how can we combat them? Dr. Beth McQuiston, a neurologist at global healthcare company Abbott, title sponsor of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, explains what happens in the brain after a race, and experienced marathon runners share their tips. | |
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Share Your Boston Marathon Story! | | |
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We want to hear from YOU! Have a running story you'd like to share? Send your B.A.A. Half Marathon stories, training photos, and videos to stories@baa.org for a chance to be featured in upcoming newsletters or on the B.A.A. social media channels
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