#334 - Boston Marathon 2026: Everything You Need to Know!

The Boston Marathon isn't just a race. It's a rite of passage and in this episode of Get Strong and Prosper, Coach Meg Walker and Six Star Legend, David Yim, take you through every single moment of the experience, from the buzzing energy of the expo to the emotion of crossing that iconic finish line on Boylston Street, and everything that comes after.

Whether you're a first-time qualifier nervously picking up your bib, a veteran chasing a PR, or a runner who's had Boston on the bucket list for years, this episode is your ultimate insider's guide to the world's most prestigious marathon.

We cover it all:

The Expo - what to expect, what to buy, and what to skip
Race morning logistics - buses, Athletes Village, and staying warm in Hopkinton
The course - mile by mile, from the downhill start to the infamous Newton Hills
Heartbreak Hill - the truth about mile 20 and how to survive it
Boylston Street - what it actually feels like to run the most famous finishing stretch in marathon history
The finish line experience - medals, mylar blankets, and the emotions nobody warns you about
Post-race recovery - what your body needs and how to celebrate without wrecking yourself

Whether you DNF'd, BQ'd, or are still chasing your qualifying time, this episode will make you feel every mile.

If you want to train smarter, fuel with confidence, reduce risk of injury and soreness, and make real progress while still enjoying life, apply now and receive my limited time welcome offer!

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Host: Coach Meg Walker

Email: meg@strongandprosper.com

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@coachmegwalker⁠⁠

Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.strongandprosper.com⁠⁠

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Guest: David Yim

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Facebook: ⁠London Marathon Support Group

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