Cut & Run is a blog devoted to my goal of running a marathon in all 50 states, which I completed on November 16, 2014. As a practicing orthopaedic surgeon, I have to balance the demands of a busy practice with the training necessary to reach my goals. Some days, quite literally, all I do is cut and run. In this blog, I would like to share training, health, and life lessons learned from 25 years of marathons and medicine.
Monday, May 30, 2011
#28--Keybank Vermont City Marathon
4:47:35
Burlington, VT
With temperatures reaching into the 70s with 90% humidity at the start, the conditions were far from ideal for this one. However, it remained mostly overcast, and much of the course was in shade. This is a popular, New England holiday marathon and it's easy to see why. Burlington is a very cool town, with lots to see and do. From the expo to the post race party, Burlington can be proud of this marathon.
Crowds were out in numbers and enthusiastic. At one point on the course in one of the residential neighborhoods, there was a large American flag hanging from the trees in the middle of the streets. Most if not all runners slapped the flag on their way by. It was a touching reminder of the sacrifice that so many have made on our behalf. As you enjoy this Memorial Day, turn your thoughts to those brave men and women who have given their lives to serve and protect this great nation of ours.
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