The Running Thread - 2026

[GuinnessRunner]

I'm in for NYC lottery too. Really want to do this race some day but not enough to committ to the charity route (at least at this point). Will figure out how I explain the budget hit to DW (with Dopey already planned) in the unlikely event the lottery gods smile upon me.

 

[marty3d]

I'm in for NYC lottery too. Really want to do this race some day but not enough to committ to the charity route (at least at this point). Will figure out how I explain the budget hit to DW (with Dopey already planned) in the unlikely event the lottery gods smile upon me.

May the lottery gods smile upon you!

I cracked under pressure and entered the lottery too. In the unlikely event I get in my plan is to defer to 2027.

 

[IamTrike]

Good luck to all who entered!

While I was in meetings today I vibe coded a web app to build workout plans and then track them. (not trying to distribute or anything) I just think its amazing how easy it's gotten to build stuff

 

[camaker]

You people are weak!!

Stand your ground and don't give in to FOMO or peer pressure!

 

[SheHulk]

There is a pretty fun vibe in the starting area though so I didn't think the wait was too bad.

P.S. NYC marathon is awesome because of the spectators (put your name on your shirt!); dealing with the hassle of the start logistics is totally worth it.

Listen, guys, I'm trying to talk myself *out* of entering this lottery!

You people are weak!!

Stand your ground and don't give in to FOMO or peer pressure!

THANK YOU

 

[Psymonds]

Does anyone have experience with Running world training plans? I see they have specific pace marathon plans.

I've been using he Higdon training plans but I'm curious if I need more direction on pace.

 

[KCO5988]

Listen, guys, I'm trying to talk myself *out* of entering this lottery!

THANK YOU

You know perfectly well this is not the place to get support for that.

 

[Novatrix]

You people are weak!!

Stand your ground and don't give in to FOMO or peer pressure!

I fully support this message.

(Disclaimer: This message brought to you by pure self interest in finally winning the lottery. )

 

[Naomeri]

Listen, guys, I'm trying to talk myself *out* of entering this lottery!

THANK YOU

Stay strong with me on Team Not-Entering NYC 2026

 

[marty3d]

I fully support this message.

(Disclaimer: This message brought to you by pure self interest in finally winning the lottery. )

None (well, most) of you have to worry about me impacting your odds - I'm in a different bucket for international runners. You're welcome.