2013 Gore-Tex Philadelphia Marathon & Half Marathon: 50+ Race Recaps

11/24/2014 UPDATE: 2014 Philly Marathon Race Recaps now posted!

Malinda's 2013 Philadelphia Marathon Recap

May The 4s Be With You 

My 4th Philly Marathon in 4:04:40

#Irun4GG

I didn't reach my A goal (3:45) or B goal (4:00) but I reached my C goal (FINISH)! More importantly, I enjoyed the process of running this race with Team Lemon to support Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation - even when the last few miles were difficult.

I resonate with what Joan Benoit Samuelson has said, "every race tells a story." I wish it was easier for me to write my race stories, but I will try to gather my thoughts to write a real post about my experience.

Many thanks to all the volunteers and spectators. While I do enjoy the many miles of "solitude" along Kelly Drive, I also appreciated the shout-outs I received  along the course - even when I was being passed. ;-) I also appreciated the virtual support through my social network. I must admit that, against the advice of Mark Remy, I decided to #TweetAndRun when I realized I wasn't going to BQ or PR.

And, special thanks to @armusa for taking my photo! 

Did you volunteer, cheer or run the 2013 Philadelphia Marathon, Half Marathon or Rothman 8K? Did you write a race recap or post? If so, please share your experience and/or link in the comments section and I'll add your post to my list below.

2013 Philadelphia Marathon: Race Recaps and Reports

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Fuel Your Future with Tina: The Marathon - Part 2

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The Midpack Podcast: Episode 10 - Philly Marathon

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Meghan Loftus' Race Recap - Philadelphia Marathon 2013

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Caitlin Giddings: Lessons From The Philly Marathon 

Dirty Old Sneaker: 2013 Philadelphia Marathon Race Review

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Runaway Wonk: A Quick Trip to Support a Friend

Run With No Regrets: Hilly Marathon Recap Spectator POV

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Jen A. Miller: Running and Failure

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Leslie Beslie: Philadelphia Marathon Spectator Recap Race Photos

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Remission Man: TNT Talk at the 2013 Philadelphia Marathon Dinner

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2012 Philadelphia Marathon: Race Recaps and Reports

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The Middle Miles - 2012 Race Report - Philadelphia Marathon

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