Yesterday, I ran the New York City Marathon with Achilles International, as a guide for Tyler McNeil, an autistic young man who has completed four marathons. I have been lucky enough to do the marathon with Achilles eight times now but this was the fastest I’ve ever had to go, as Tyler is a great athlete. We finished in 4 hours and 28 minutes and I was ready for bed! Here is a quick look back at the day’s highlights.
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Photo: Courtesy of Chloe Malle
So many strangers come out to cheer you on throughout the race—the least you can do is help them out and write your name on your shirt. I used sharpies to write "Go Tyler" on the front and back of my Guide shirt. It looks like a kindergartner did it, but you try drawing bubble letters on dri-fit polyester!
