We're just 41 days away from the 128th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America! This week's participant newsletter features information about Boston Marathon Giving Day, a voluntary medical study, details on the Mile 27 Post-Race Party presented by Samuel Adams, B.A.A. Gives Back Grants application information and more!

Wishing you all the best in training and see you in just a few weeks!

2024 Boston Marathon® Footwear and Apparel Collection

The 2024 Boston Marathon® Footwear and Apparel Collection pays homage to the history of distance running, thoughtfully redesigned to meet the needs of today's runners. Available now!

The 128th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America is fast approaching, and we can’t wait to welcome you to Boston! The Mile 27 Post Race-Party presented by Samuel Adams will be held this year in Boston at City Hall Plaza following the race.   

All participants in the 128th Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America have the opportunity to purchase one discounted ticket to the Post-Race Party and additional tickets for family & friends.

Discount codes were emailed to participants on February 15th. Additional tickets may be purchased for full price.



The B.A.A. Medical Team is proud to announce its sponsorship of a medical study to occur at the 2024 Boston Marathon focusing on kidney stress and gastrointestinal permeability. The study will be conducted by sports scientists from the University of Arkansas. 

Enrollment in the study is limited to 150 Boston time qualifiers without kidney, cardiac, liver, bladder, or gastrointestinal conditions or diseases that may affect results. Participants will be asked to complete a survey, provide a urine sample before and after the marathon, and blood samples at the Expo and post-marathon. All participants will receive results on personal hydration practices, helping to plan for your future races and facilitate faster recovery! 

To learn more about the specifics of the study and to apply, click the link below:

Running Strong: Joan Benoit Samuelson’s perspective on aging

Olympic marathon champion and two-time Boston Marathon champion Joan Benoit Samuelson embodies the competitive spirit of an athlete, and is the only woman to run a sub-3-hour marathon in five straight decades. Now in her 60s, Benoit Samuelson admits that while her recovery may take longer, her age (and wisdom) have helped her evolve her training for every mile and milestone ahead of her. Here, she shares her approach to “active aging,” and how we can all find ways to stay on top of our game, no matter our stage in life.

Submit your application for B.A.A. Gives Back Grants. Through this program, the B.A.A. awards monetary grants ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 through a competitive application process open to all nonprofit organizations that meet the following criteria:



• Organization is a registered 501(c)(3) or a public agency.
• Organization is not political.
• Organization's program advances the B.A.A.'s mission of promoting a healthy lifestyle through sports, especially running, in order to build healthy communities. 
• Organization is located in and serves residents of Massachusetts.

Boston Marathon Lactation and Medical Device Program

The B.A.A. is dedicated to enhancing the participant experience over race weekend for lactating runners and individuals who require the use of medical devices at the Boston Marathon! At #Boston128, the B.A.A. will:

• Provide a designated Lactation Tent and a Medical Device Trailer for runners at the start
• Transport personal breast pumps and medical devices from the start to the finish for participants to pick up post-race
• Provide a designated Lactation Station in the Finish Area for participants to use post-race

For any runner, volunteer, or individual visiting the Boston Marathon Expo over race weekend, the Hynes Convention Center offers a Mamava Lactation Pod.

Train for Boston with iFIT

As the Boston Marathon® presented by Bank of America approaches, embrace the excitement with a free* 30-day iFIT trial! Virtually follow the Boston Marathon course with an expert iFIT Trainer via a smartphone or tablet while running on a treadmill, or as a connected experience with a NordicTrack or ProForm treadmill. On iFIT-enabled NordicTrack or ProForm treadmills, our SmartAdjust™ feature makes sure you’ll be more than race-day-ready by automatically adjusting speed and incline to match your fitness level and the marathon’s unique terrain. Tap into the World’s Largest Outdoor Workout Library with iFIT and step into the world of intelligent fitness!

*Free trial available to new paid memberships only. Terms apply. Cannot be combined with other offers. Not transferable. Cancel any time before trial ends. After your trial, membership auto-renews for a fee (starting at $39/mo.) plus tax unless canceled in advance.

Abbott: Living Life to the Fullest

At Abbott, our 114,000 employees are devoted to advancing life-changing health technologies that helps people achieve their full potential. By sponsoring the Abbott World Marathon Majors, we are not just celebrating the pinnacle of physical endurance and determination – we are reinforcing our commitment to improving lives. Our medical devices (such as our continuous glucose monitoring technology used by BMW Berlin Marathon winner Eliud Kipchoge), diagnostic tools and nutrition products are designed to enable individuals to reach their personal best, however they define it.

For training and nutrition tips from leading experts as well as inspiring stories of runners who have benefited from Abbott technologies, check out our new marathon hub. 



CITGO Road to Boston

SMILING because the CITGO Road to Boston is back for 2024!

Speaking of smiles, we want to kick off this series by reminding you all to have fun on race day and SMILE for the camera. Marathon Foto photographers will be all along the course, so be sure to wave as you make your way towards Boylston!

Kenya’s Kelvin Kiptum was a bright star in the running community, inspiring many with his record runs and performances at Abbott World Marathon Majors events. We had looked forward to welcoming him to the roads of Boston in future years, and were moved by how he covered the marathon distance with grace and determination.

We extend our thoughts and sympathies to Kelvin’s family and friends, as well as those of his coach Gervais Hakizimana.

Blue Diamond Athletic Displays Celebrates

10th Year Anniversary with B. A. A. 

You are almost there and the time for your “Victory Lap” where you toe the line in Hopkinton and make your way to Boston. On Marathon Monday, we hope that much coveted Boston Marathon medal will be placed over your head by a wonderful volunteer.

What will YOU do with YOUR Medal? Please allow Blue Diamond Medal Displays to provide you with a permanent resting place for your Medal(s). Not only you are going to be happy with your medal display, you are also helping Blue Diamond Athletic Displays to continue creating their products in USA.

Now in year ten (10) as the Official Licensee for the Boston Marathon Medal displays, Blue Diamond Athletic Displays continues to raise the bar and redefine the Medal Display market worldwide and become the # 1 choice among runners. Thank you for all your support throughout the years.

Discount Code: 10YEARS@BOSTON



Stop by Booth #900 at the Expo to collect your free souvenir though supply last. 

Every Boston Marathoner has a special story -- we want to share YOURS!

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