FOLLOW THE BOSTON MARATHON
With the new year almost here, we're excited to provide some new updates for April's 2020 Boston Marathon!

In this newsletter you'll find information on how to activate your B.A.A. Account; an exciting Paralympic announcement; and upcoming B.A.A. registration dates.

From all of us at the B.A.A., we wish you a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season, and the very best in training for Boston 2020.

-- The Boston Athletic Association
NEW FOR 2020 - ACTIVATE YOUR B.A.A. ACCOUNT

Tomorrow, you will receive an email from the B.A.A. requesting you to activate your B.A.A. Account. A new feature for Boston Marathon participants, your B.A.A. Account will be the place to view your race history, submit an improved Boston Marathon qualifying time, access and update your personal information, and more!
 
Be on the lookout for an email from the B.A.A. tomorrow with directions on how to activate your B.A.A. Account.

Stay tuned next week for our first major announcement on the lineup of elite athletes for the 2020 Boston Marathon.
ROAD TO BOSTON - PRESENTED BY CITGO

Your Road to Boston, presented by CITGO, starts off with your training for next April's race. Make sure you pick the right plan to best prepare you for race day.

The B.A.A. has put together four different 20-week training plans covering all levels of ability for the 2020 Boston Marathon. All four plans build a solid base of running fitness, and can help maximize your potential on race day! 
BOSTON TO SERVE AS U.S. PARALYMPIC SELECTION EVENT

The B.A.A. and United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) announced that the 124th Boston Marathon will serve as the 2020 U.S. Paralympic Team Selection Event for the marathon distance. The top two U.S. men and women across the finish line that meet the U.S. Paralympic Track & Field qualifying standards in select ambulatory classifications will be nominated to the U.S. Paralympic team for next summer’s Paralympic Games in Tokyo, Japan.
2020 BOSTON MARATHON CELEBRATION JACKET

The 2020 adidas Celebration Jacket highlights the Boston Marathon’s deep connection with patriotism and the American spirit. Featuring red, white, and blue accents, this year’s Boston Marathon jacket is a nod to the event’s origins and history.

Check out the video reveal from Unicorn TV!
B.A.A. 5K SPOTLIGHT: SPECIAL OLYMPICS MA

The B.A.A. recently announced that Special Olympics Massachusetts has been named the Official Fundraising Partner of the B.A.A. 5K. Using the power of sport to bring people together, Special Olympics Massachusetts will feature a fundraising team at next year’s B.A.A. 5K, to be held on Saturday, April 18 – two days prior to the 124th running of the Boston Marathon.
PARTICIPANT INFORMATION

Catch up on the latest information about next April's race. From the Expo to Start Line, it's never too early to begin planning your race week.
2020 B.A.A. EVENT REGISTRATION DATES

B.A.A. Distance Medley

Early registration opens for the 2020 B.A.A. Distance Medley on Wednesday, January 8 at 10:00 a.m. ET. Secure you place in the three-race series that includes the B.A.A. 5K, B.A.A. 10K, and B.A.A. Half Marathon.
B.A.A. 5K

Registration opens for the 2020 B.A.A. 5K on Wednesday, January 15 at 10:00 a.m. ET. The race through downtown Boston helps kick-off Boston Marathon weekend and is scheduled for Saturday, April 18 -- two days before the 124th Boston Marathon.
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