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Participant Newsletter #6
Boston Marathon Updates
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We're inside of three weeks until race day!

  • Bib number assignments can be found within your Athletes' Village profile under the 'My Races' tab. In the coming weeks you'll receive your Digital Number Pick-up Pass.

  • Soon you will be sent an email to schedule a time for either your Vaccine Verification or COVID-19 test. All athletes must schedule their verification or testing time prior to race weekend. More information will emailed to all entrants soon.

  • Learn about the Boston Marathon Expo here! Please note that in order to pick up your bib number you will be required to show your B.A.A. bracelet, government issued photo ID, and your Digital Number Pick-up Pass.

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PARTICIPANT GUIDE NOW AVAILABLE
Download and review the Boston Marathon Participant Guide today for information on:
  • Vaccine Verification & COVID-19 testing
  • Bib Number Pick-up
  • Bus loading and transportation
  • Rolling start
  • What's on course
  • Medical information
Participant Guide
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Get excited for October's race by checking out the 125th Boston Marathon Official Program! Hot off the presses, read about this year's top contenders and storylines.

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Fuel up throughout race week while supporting local businesses as part of the Boston Marathon Restaurant Week presented by Samuel Adams. Local spots will feature race specials and more!
5 Nutrients to Help You Stay Healthy During Training
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The relationship between exercise and the immune system is complicated. While research suggests that even low levels of physical activity may lower risk of bacterial infections, frequently repeated intense exercise can take a toll on your immune system. Fortunately, paying attention to your diet is a simple way to help reduce the risk of illness sidelining your training. Lonnie Lowery, a scientist at Abbott, title sponsor of the Abbott World Marathon Majors, highlights 5 nutrients critical for runners to stay healthy during training:
  1. Vitamin C
  2. Zing
  3. Probiotics & Prebiotics
  4. Vitamin E
  5. Protein
Tips from the Pros: Boston Marathon Training Clinic
The fourth Boston Marathon virtual training clinic will be held Thursday, September 30 from 6-7 p.m. ET featuring professional runners & Boston Marathon top finishers Jordan Hasay, Scott Fauble, and Rachel Hyland!

Join Jordan, Scott, Rachel, and the B.A.A.'s Wayne Levy for an hour of marathon advice, tips, and insight from those at the front of the pack. RSVP and submit your questions below!
Boston Marathon Fan Fest presented by Amazon
Soak in the race-week atmosphere and have fun as you gear up for race day. Fan Fest features appearances by Boston Marathon champions, live music, activities, a final race clinic, and more! Fan Fest will be located at Copley Square Park, just steps from the finish line, on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of race weekend.
Download the B.A.A. Racing App
Download the all-new, free B.A.A. Racing App! The B.A.A. Racing App features live participant tracking, leaderboards, results, a course map, race info, photo booth, and more! Search "Boston Marathon" in your mobile app store and download today. 

Claim your unique participant profile within the B.A.A. Racing App through the personalized email sent to you on September 8.
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