Sun, Apr 18, 2027
Boston, MA
The shakeout run starts at Boston Common, from the same spot where buses depart for Hopkinton the following morning. The route heads out along Mass Ave toward a bridge that marks the final stretch of the marathon course, then turns back. Those who want a bit more can continue out to the Citgo Sign before returning.
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Join a local run club. Boston Fun Run, Boston Road Runners, Forest Hills Runners and others in Boston welcome runners of all paces, and a weekly group run is the most reliable way to hold a training block together.
