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Running a Sub 3 at Boston Marathon 2024 (Narrowly)

This Messy Happy

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It's been nearly 5 months of hard graft. Of early mornings. Deep fatigue. Dealing with life stress, work stress, injury and joy. That's the marathon training cycle. And it leads me here. To the Boston Marathon start line. Let's see what's in the legs....

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20 Comments

@GeggaMoia 2 years ago

"The legs didnt show up today " as you run past a person without legs😄

@john.maynard 2 years ago

To blow up and still drop a a sub3 is a testament to years of hard work. Congratulations!

@EricFloberg 2 years ago

Way to gut it out, my friend!! Amazing run. Amazing person.

@saraneogard2308 2 years ago

Winners Never Quit & Quitters Never Win. Hat of to you both 💪

@DavidB-zi3lg 2 years ago

Well done! Running a sub-3 in Boston on an off-day. It may have been your C-goal, but you can be proud of both the result and of your determination on the day.

@robertmelendez6677 2 years ago

“Look at the person we’re creating on the journey”. That quote will stick with me as I prepare for my third world major, Berlin Marathon. I’ve only been running for 5 years (I was obese before my running journey) and I could not agree more. Running has given me so much even on days where it blew up. You both are great inspirations to us all! Keep grinding and know this is just part of an incredible story!! Congrats to you and Mary!!

@katiespreadbury 2 years ago

Well done Ben - it’s when things are tough we learn who we really are, and you ground out a result there when everything in your body was telling you no! You’re right to be proud.
Looking forward to seeing Mary’s race!

@SantaCruzRunner 2 years ago

Tears at the end of this one mate. Well done!!

@scullgirl5069 2 years ago

Well done Ben, digging deep is life defining.

@kin.9133 2 years ago

Congrats Ben - it's been a pleasure following along, you're an inspiration

@billflu 2 years ago

Fellow wave 1 corral 5 runner here. The comment of the "regret of not trying" really resonates. That's what keeps me going in the later miles. How will I feel the next day if I don't give it my all? Great seeing you out on the course and following your journey here. Let's get to 100k!

@jobanski 2 years ago

Well done Ben! I’m actually glad to hear that you struggled. Not to point finger and scoff, but to see a great example of pushing through pain and suffering to finish what you started! Thank you for your (and Mary’s) hard work!

@mazhussain711 2 years ago

Whatever happens - remember you should be proud of yourself - because we all are. And soooo inspiring

@kimdecker8901 2 years ago

Ben, this was tense. I literally felt my own HR rising as I watched you! But brother, you pulled it back from the brink! So many would've bailed--and bless 'em; they're doing what they gotta do--but you're too resilient for that. Given all that'd come before, quitting wasn't worth it. As if we needed any proof, this is it: You well and truly are a runner, deep down to the yolk! You inspire! Thank you for this channel! Can't wait to catch Mary's journey this weekend!

@runningwoman7207 2 years ago

I love y’all! I love this video! I ran the 128th Boston marathon too! I had an absolutely amazing race! I have no words for the feelings I had as I was running this amazing course! Such an honor & privilege to be here! This was my first Boston but not my last! I got a BQ so will be returning in 2025! I’m 66 years young & my time was 3:50:57, not my best marathon but still great for this course & the heat & full out sun! Congratulations to you both! Love watching the videos! #BostonStrong #Boston2025 🦄🦄🦄💙💛🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️

@Mack.Tracks 2 years ago

Love the summary, Ben. What a unique challenge the marathon is!

@marathonmarsha 2 years ago

Oh my goodness, I loved this video! I know this doesn't make you feel that much better, but almost everyone struggled on Marathon Monday. Also, the travel, the week, etc., played a part, no doubt. I think you and Mary did awesome and your summary of the reasons and experiences in training for and running a marathon was spot on. Bask in your accomplishments, rest up, and get back out there. Hope to see you two at Chicago.