RACE WEEK IS OFFICIALLY HERE! There are just 4 DAYS until the 2022 B.A.A. Half Marathon presented by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund!
In this week's newsletter we feature ten reminders on what to expect (and how to plan) for a successful race day.
We'll see you on the starting line in just a few days and can't wait to cheer you on!
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B.A.A. Half Marathon Health and Safety Reminder |
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To ensure your safety on race day, we kindly request that you provide critical health information to our medical team through RaceSafe by completing a voluntary, brief questionnaire relating to your medical history. In case of emergency, this information will help our team appropriately care for you. The medical information form will take less than five minutes to complete, and will be referenced only by the designated B.A.A. Half Marathon Medical Team in the case of injury or illness requiring medical attention. Information provided will be stored in an encrypted, HIPAA-compliant system. |
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We thank you for helping our team provide the best safety and care possible, and we wish you the best of luck on race day. |
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10 Reminders for a Successful Race Day |
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2) Gear Check: Entrants can check belongings at a designated location near the start. Bags will be provided and belongings must be claimed following the race. NOTE: With rain expected over the coming days, we encourage you to plan ahead for potential muddy conditions at Franklin Park. Extra gear bags will be available in case you want to bring a second pair of shoes for race morning.
Runners utilizing Uber, Lyft, or personal vehicles should be dropped off at Walnut Avenue and School Street near Franklin Park.
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Support Dana-Farber’s Team! |
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The B.A.A. Half Marathon is just a few days away! You can support Dana-Farber’s team as they race toward the ultimate finish line: a world without cancer.
Drew (pictured here) has benefitted from the quality patient care and groundbreaking research provided by the Dana-Farber and Jimmy Fund community firsthand. Here's why he chooses to run for Dana-Farber: "I am honored to run on behalf of Dana-Farber because the care and treatment I received was unbelievable. From my oncologist Dr. O’Connor to the person who would greet me at the door, they helped to make the most challenging time in my life feel optimistic. I truly felt like I had a team at my side. I am running to continue to raise funds that will find cures for all cancers so that everyone can experience successful outcomes and more time with their families."
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Drew, a former Dana-Farber patient, runs to give back to the Dana-Farber community after years of support through his diagnosis. |
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10 Reminders for a Successful Race Day |
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4) Bib Pick-Up: All U.S. entrants' bib numbers have been mailed to the address submitted during registration. All international entrants (and anyone who hasn't yet received a bib in the mail) will be able to claim bib numbers at the Athlete Services Tent between 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. on race day in Franklin Park. Please be sure to bring a Government Issued Photo ID and proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
5) Wear Your Bib on the outermost layer of clothing and make sure it’s clearly visible at all times! Numbers are not transferable nor exchangeable. No one else may wear your bib number.
6) COVID-19 Vaccination Reminder: All athletes must be fully vaccinated in order to participate. Participants who have not yet received their bib numbers will need to provide proof of vaccination prior to receiving their bib number on race morning.
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MarathonFoto will be across the course capturing you at the B.A.A. Half! Be sure to smile at the camera and check out marathonfoto.com after the race.
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10 Reminders for a Successful Race Day |
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7) What's On Course: Poland Spring Brand 100% Natural Spring Water will be available at every other mile beginning at mile 2. Gatorade Endurance Formula (lemon-lime flavor) will be available at miles 6, 9, and 11.1. Maurten Hydrogel will be available near mile 6.
Medical personnel will be available to provide emergency care and attend to non-critical injuries throughout the course and finish. Check out a course map here!
8) Post-Race: At the finish, volunteers will direct you to the refreshment area and finisher’s medals. Official race shirts will be given out to runners before and after the race.
9) Distance Medley: Those who have completed all three races in the B.A.A. Distance Medley (B.A.A. 5K, B.A.A. 10K, and B.A.A. Half Marathon) will be identified by bib and will receive a special Distance Medley medal. Distance Medley participants also will have special access to the Samuel Adams Beer Garden.
10) HAVE FUN! We're excited for you to join us for the 2022 B.A.A. Half Marathon, and can't wait to present you with your medal at the finish!
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B.A.A. Half Marathon Virtual Clinic #3 |
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Our final B.A.A. Half Marathon clinic will be Thursday, November 10 from 6:00–6:45 p.m. EST via Facebook Live (on the Boston Athletic Association Facebook page) covering tips for a successful race day: the final 24-48 hours, mental toughness, dressing for race day, & the course. Panelists include B.A.A. High Performance team member Erika Kemp, adidas runner and coach Amanda Nurse, Dana-Farber Team member Leah Jones, and B.A.A. Coach Mark Carroll. Be sure to RSVP by clicking the link below!
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Science shows that training your gut makes a difference — getting used to your race-day fuel will minimize the risk of unexpected issues on your big day. What’s more, training on Hydrogel also aids your recovery, so you get the most from your sessions.

Maurten is the official Hydrogel Sports Fuel sponsor of the B.A.A Half Marathon.
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Meet the Pros: Lelisa Desisa |
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Lelisa Desisa, winner of the Boston Marathon in 2013 and 2015, owns a pair of B.A.A. Half Marathon titles from 2013 and 2014, as well as the event record (1:00:34). The Ethiopian fan favorite considers Boston his second home.
“Boston holds a special place in my heart and I’m excited to return again to race in the B.A.A. Half Marathon, where I have had great success before,” said Desisa. “I hope to run very well again!”
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Training Tip from the B.A.A.'s Lauren Ames |
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“On race day, make sure you follow the fueling routine that you used during training. Whether that’s a specific pre-run breakfast and coffee, or other type of fuel, make sure you don’t try anything new. If you are feeling nervous about the race, know that’s a good thing. Pre-race jitters are normal — embrace them! Don’t forget that the race is the reward for the time and energy you’ve already invested in training!”
— B.A.A. Racing Team member Lauren Ames
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Share Your B.A.A. Half Marathon Story! |
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We want to hear from YOU! Have a running story you'd like to share? Send your B.A.A. Half Marathon stories, training photos, and videos to stories@baa.org for a chance to be featured in upcoming newsletters or on the B.A.A. social media channels
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