We're sharing BQ stories as we get closer to the Boston Marathon. You can submit your story at the link in the bio!
Today's story comes from a runner who's had a Monumental finish EVERY year of the event, Jen Knife (Pretzelrunner) :
I’m a Monumental Marathon/Half Marathon “legacy” runner, so when I was trying to qualify for the Boston Marathon I knew I wanted it to be at the Monumental Marathon. I started running late in life, and have never been a “fast” runner, but after hiring a coach and YEARS of training I made my 1st BQ attempt in 2016. It was a perfect day to race that day! I needed a 3:55 or better to qualify and I finished with a 3:51:37!! So many people assured me that was plenty of cushion to get in, but as it turned out I literally had zero seconds to spare, I qualified with the EXACT BQ cut off time for the 2018 Boston Marathon (3 minute and 23-second cushion). Thank you Monumental Marathon for the perfect course to attempt a BQ!! It was a day I’ll never forget!! --
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