Marathon day brings all kinds of New Yorkers together to share in the pain of full-body chafing.
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See How the Marathon Affects These NYC Landmarks
From Marcus Garvey Park to Verrazano Bridge, see how the buzz of the marathon affects the city.
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High Fives, Tears and Kisses
New York City News Service reporters fought rain and heightened security to cover the 2017 NYC Marathon.
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Pain, Injury Cause ‘DNF’ In NYC Marathon
Runners find ways to bounce back after failing to finish a marathon.
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Mile 17 Has Special Meaning for Fred’s Team
Cheering crowds at Memorial Sloan Kettering offer motivation to runners raising funds to fight cancer.
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Lottery Drawing Is the First Hurdle for Marathon Runners
A third of runners participating in this year’s New York City Marathon were winners before the race even started.
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Another Marathon Challenge: BronxWorks Drives to Raise Funds
How one organization pulled together their fundraising operation.
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This Nonprofit Helps Athletes With Disabilities Prepare
Achilles International helps athletes with disabilities achieve their goals by supporting their training year-round.
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These Volunteers Are Helping Hands For Athletes With Disabilities
Volunteers can be a crucial support system for athletes with disabilities when running a marathon.
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The Crush of the Crowd: Bottlenecks at the NYC Marathon
Not all real estate is equally sought after on marathon Sunday.
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Train Your Body Better For The NYC Marathon
Many runners say a focus on improving the body is a better way to train.
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Running On Empty: The Aches and Pains of Being a Marathon Runner
With all that mileage, comes injuries.
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Bloody Nipples and Tears of Joy
Marathon day brings all kinds of New Yorkers together to share in the pain of full-body chafing.
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A Picture Is Worth 26.2 Miles
MarathonFoto recruited a whole new set of professional photographers for the big event.
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Neighborhood Spots Go All-Out to Celebrate the Marathon
High school bands, upscale bars and even fitness-focused hotels pulled out all the stops for the big day.
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Security Preparations Adjusted After Terror Attack
Police officials promised the most security ever for this year’s New York City Marathon.
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Running the New York City Marathon All Year Long
Race organizers need as much stamina as runners on the street.
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New York Marathon Preparation Takes More Than Just Physical Strength
Marathon runners need mind and body to carry them through the race.
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Businesses Find Many Routes to Marathon Profits
Bars, breweries and training clubs concoct ways to reap the financial benefits of Marathon Sunday.
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Ballerinas Take on Their Toughest Role
Dancers often avoid physical exertion to “save their bodies” for dance – but some still hit the streets for the marathon.
