Today was the 114th running of the Boston Marathon!
I’m so grateful to live in Boston, 5 minutes from the finish line. The city was crowded with runners, spectators, crazy college kids, and more. The atmosphere was electric. You could really feel the energy and excitement everywhere!
Becky came back to Boston, and brought my Auntie Pam with her. We all headed to Boylston with minutes to spare before the elite runners crossed the finish line.
Ryan Hall raced by!
Tons of people lined Boylston to cheer on the runners.
Runners climbed the last little hill on Comm Ave. It looked so painful and difficult; it was great to watch people push themselves and refuse to give up.
I was so inspired while watching all of the runners. Look at them go!
And weather wise, it was a pretty nice day in Boston.
We moved further from the finish and watched the runners at a spot just after Kenmore Square, now with about 1 mile to go.
I was so wrapped up in watching the runners that I didn’t even notice I was hungry for lunch. We headed to UBURGER in Kenmore Square.
Mmm, my UCheeseburger.
My absolute favorite burger in Boston. I love the UBURGER sauce.
We hung out in Kenmore and watched more runners for a while. This is something you really need to see in person. The crowd was behind each and every runner that went by, routing them on and telling them to keep pushing to the finish line.
Check out the man in the white shirt pushing a wheel chair, just left of the center of the photo. Team Hoyt!!!
I was so excited to catch a glimpse of Dick and Rick Hoyt. They are an amazing father/son team. In 1992 they biked and ran across the US. I’ve know about them for years, but this was the first time I got to see them in person. The 2009 Boston Marathon was Team Hoyt‘s 1,000th race and they’re still going strong!
I wish could’ve stayed longer to watch the runners! But it was breezy and I got a little chilly and felt the need to get moving.
After spending the day outside, I was in the mood for some frozen yogurt from Red Mango.
POM frozen yogurt with strawberries, blueberries, and coconut. Mmmm!
Homeward bound via the Southwest Corridor.
I wanted to buy a pair of compression socks so I grabbed Miles and took him for a walk to City Sports. The store was located just after the finish line. Tired runners received blankets, drinks, and food. It was really amazing to walk next to so many athletes who had just completed an amazing feat.
*Big Announcement*
I really was so inspired by the Boston marathon runners!
Becky and I have decided to run the Amica Marathon in Newport, RI in October 2010!
26.2 miles or bust!
We spent the afternoon discussing registration fees, training plans, matching running outfits for race day, and how determined we are to conquer the 26.2 mile challenge ahead.
Go Team Cousins! 
COMMENTS
20 Comments
1. naomi(onefitfoodie)
April 19th, 2010 06:35 PM
LOVE the pics! I pass ubrger everyday on my ride home from work!!
WHEN are we going to meet?!?!
2. Kelly
April 19th, 2010 06:38 PM
Yayyyy! I always feel like I want to run a marathon after watching the runners, but I never actually sign up- so you are awesome haha
3. Meg @ Be Fit Be Full
April 19th, 2010 06:43 PM
Oh my gosh that’s awesome that you are going to run a marathon! I can’t wait to see all of your running recaps!! I so miss being able to watch the Boston Marathon
4. Julie
April 19th, 2010 06:44 PM
Wow, you might inspire me to run a marathon someday! haha
I’m so excited for you!!
5. Becky
April 19th, 2010 07:01 PM
It will be amazing to achieve such amazing things with you! We really are TEAM COUSINS! One run at a time, one step at a time…we got this!
6. Kim
April 20th, 2010 06:12 AM
Looks like you had a great day with Becky and Auntie Pam. They must’ve loved being so close to the race. Good luck on your next adventure. So many good accomplishments.
7. Caitlin
April 20th, 2010 06:32 AM
I felt the EXACT same way when I watched the running of the Pittsburgh Marathon last year. I felt so inspired and I think it may have been what got me thinking about running in the first place.
Also, I saw a video about Team Hoyt years ago and just went to the Web site and watched the one featured there. Hello sobbing before 9 a.m. They are so inspirational, thank you for sharing.
And YAY for deciding on your first marathon!
8. MelissaNibbles
April 20th, 2010 07:24 AM
Congratulations on your decision to run the Amica! I know you can do it and would love to go and cheer you guys on.
9. Lisa
April 20th, 2010 08:12 AM
That looks like SO much fun! and team hoyt has run over a 1,000 races! crazy!
10. Lisa
April 20th, 2010 08:13 AM
ahh and yay congrats on your marathon decision!
11. Emily
April 20th, 2010 09:48 AM
Yay! Such an exciting decision.
Go Team Cousins.
12. Melinda
April 20th, 2010 10:17 AM
Congrats on your decision to run in RI. That is so neat that you live so close to the finish line. Oh, I love red mango fro-yo. I am super jealous.
13. Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine
April 20th, 2010 10:34 AM
Congrats on the marathon decision!! I’m sure just watching Boston must have been super inspiring, can’t wait to read about your plans!
14. Heather
April 20th, 2010 12:08 PM
So exciting to run a full marathon! I’m not sure I’m ready for that challenge…yet!
The Boston marathon really was inspiring. I hope to catch it live next year!
15. Meghan@traveleatlove
April 20th, 2010 12:10 PM
That’s awesome news! I trained for that half but didn’t run it because of an injury. The course is supposed to be beautiful!
16. Karissa @ CardioFoodie
April 20th, 2010 01:59 PM
So excited you signed up for a marathon!!!
17. BostonRunner
April 20th, 2010 08:29 PM
Great Boston recap! We really live in the best city : )
I’m always so inspired after watching marathons. Yesterday I was like, next year I’m running it!! We’ll see….
That’s awesome you decided to run one though, can’t wait to follow your journey!
18. Shelley
April 20th, 2010 10:24 PM
I love these pics! I’m in Boston next month so I missed out on seeing this race, I would have loved to experience it, but your recap is the next best thing
19. Helen
April 21st, 2010 01:45 PM
wow congratulations! I hope the training goes well, you must be so excited!
20. Cole
April 29th, 2010 06:37 AM
Woo!! I just read the news on your cousins blog and I had to race over and comment ASAP, Congrats miss and go Team Cousins! Hah