The Boston Run Show is thrilled to announce that Michael Johnson, the four-time Olympic Gold medalist, and eight-time World Championship gold medalist, will be headlining as a keynote speaker at The Boston Run Show 2024. Following its debut in 2022, the major consumer expo returns to the Boston Hynes Convention Center January 27th – 28th, 2024, bringing a wealth of brands, guest speakers and running inspiration into the city once again.
Michael Johnson is a name synonymous with speed, agility, and athletic excellence and is renowned by many for his outstanding running career. Johnson made his winning debut at the 1992 Olympics and went on to win a further 3 Golds in 1996 and 2000. He is the only male to win both the 200 and 400 meters at the same Olympics in 1996 and go on to defend his Olympic title for the 400 meters in 2000. Johnson’s remarkable achievements have made him a living legend in the world of track and field. His incredible speed, a distinctive upright running style, enabled him to hold world records in the 200 meters and 400 meters for over a decade. Now, retired, Johnson regularly commentates for the BBC in the United Kingdom and has been a part of the Olympic athletics coverage since 2004.
Johnson will headline the Road & Marathon Stage on Sunday January 28th at 10.30am and will offer 45mins of his time to share highlights from his illustrious career. Visitors will be able to ask questions after his speaking slot and will be able to understand what it takes and how determined Johnson had to be in his pursuit of success. The two stages at the Boston Run Show (The Road & Marathon Stage, and the Trail & Ultra Stage) will include inspirational speakers including Ultrarunner and Barkley marathon legend John Kelly, run streaking icon Hellah Sidibe, runner and comic Laura Green, Boston marathon’s race director Dave McGillivray, Coaches Becca Pizzi and Kelly McLay and many others. The full agenda has been announced.
The event, dedicated to empowering and motivating runners of all levels, will deliver a packed weekend of running advice, races, new gear, equipping and preparing runners for their next running challenge. The expo is expected to welcome over 10,000 runners including beginners, families, and the local Boston Strong community.
The Boston Run Show will feature not only Michael Johnson’s keynote address but also interactive sessions, panel discussions, and a chance for attendees to connect with like-minded individuals passionate about running and fitness.
Features for all the family to enjoy across the two-day show will include:
- The Gait Analysis Zone sponsored by Aetrex
- The Events Village sponsored by RaceRaves
- The Run Clinic sponsored by ChiRunning
- The BAA Hall of Fame sponsored by Boston Athletic Association
- Running Yoga & Strength Conditioning Workshops
- Treadmill Tryouts sponsored by Matrix Fitness
- The Kids Get Active Zone by MyGym
The full list can be seen on the show website www.thebostonrunshow.com/whats-on.
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore and shop from a wide range of renowned brands including popular names such as Adidas, Saucony, New Balance, PUMA, Asics, Altra, Darn Tough, Matrix Fitness, Aetrex, Bakline, Hyperice, Wahoo Fitness and Chi Running. The experience enables attendees to discover and purchase from a wide range of high-end and small brands related to running, fitness and wellbeing.
Tickets are available at www.thebostonrunshow.com
If you are interested in exhibiting or sponsoring the show, please contact Craig Hanratty [email protected]
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