Where is the event?
Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, 415 Summer St, Boston, MA 02210, United States
When is the event?
Saturday March 1st, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday March 2nd, 2025, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Will there be food carts/stations?
Yes, there will be a café in each hall to purchase a variety of food and beverages.
Will I need ID?
You will not need to provide an ID to attend the show, just your ticket!
Can I speak at the event?
We would love to hear from you, please contact [email protected]
Can I bring a backpack into the show?
Yes, the venue has security scanners so you may be asked to have your bag searched at the entrance. The venue does not offer a cloakroom for coats or bags.
Are you an exhibitor and need more help?
We will release the Exhibitor Manual closer to the time of the show which contains everything you need to know about Exhibiting at our show. If you need to speak to someone please email [email protected] and he will be happy to help.
How do I book a stand/find out about exhibiting?
You can speak directly to our Event Director David Barclay who would be happy to discuss opportunities to get involved in the Show – he can be reached at [email protected].
Do you have a Show Guide?
Yes, our Show Guide is digital and will be available from the homepage of our website in the days leading up to the show.
Do I need to register or pay to see a speaker?
No, all speaker talks and panels are free to attend and are first come, first served.
Competition T&C's
We run frequent competitions across our social media platforms and events. For full terms and conditions click here: https://raccoonmediagroup.com/social-media-competition-terms-and-conditions
My question isn’t here, I just want to speak to someone.
If you still have a question, please email us at [email protected]
When will I get my ticket?
Tickets will be sent out a week before the event, bring your ticket along to the Show either printed or on your mobile.
Which days are my tickets valid for?
All tickets are valid for both days of the weekend, so you can attend the show on either/both days!
Can I buy a VIP ticket?
We have made a decision as a brand not to charge for these tickets, but if you follow us on social media then you might be able to win one for free!
Can I bring the children with me?
Any adult can bring a child under 16 without charge, you can book this ticket when you book your own ticket through See Tickets.
How do I book parking for my visit?
Reserve a parking spot via SpotHero.
To self-park in the BCEC South Lot, from Summer Street, turn onto East Side Drive and continue straight along the side of the building. At the end of the building, make a right and go down the ramp. At the bottom of the ramp, turn left and you will see the entrance to the South Parking lot in front of you. Parking rates are $25 for regular sized vehicles and $50 for oversized vehicles.
Please note: Parking is limited at the BCEC and is available on a first come, first served basis. On certain events if the South Lot is full, attendees may be directed to an offsite parking lot.
Where can I stay?
Please check back soon for a list of hotels supporting the event.
Can I bring my pet?
Only support animals are allowed inside the Hall.
Whilst you spend your day with us, you can get inspired by a running legend, receive practical advice and top tips to improve your performance, or even plan your race events for the year. There are features for everyone - so get involved...
We’re co-locating with The Boston Outdoor Expo, check out the features at this show using the button below
Sponsored by
Visit Booth H46 to donate your old running shoes
Soles4Souls, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to providing footwear to those in need, has announced its attendance at the Boston Run Show. Soles4Souls aims to collect old running shoes from attendees and participants, supporting a charitable cause that promotes sustainability and social responsibility.
Soles4Souls turns unwanted shoes and clothing into opportunity, by keeping them from going to waste and putting them to good use – providing relief, creating jobs and empowering people to break the cycle of poverty.
Through the collaboration with the Boston Run Show, Soles4Souls aims to raise awareness about the importance of giving back to the community and supporting sustainability efforts in the sports industry. Participants and attendees of the event are encouraged to bring their old running shoes, which will be collected at designated drop-off points throughout the show.
Bring along your swimwear to the Boston Run Show for a cold plunge!
Heat & cold exposure play a crucial role in injury recovery, tissue repair, and bolstering the immune system against seasonal illnesses. It helps reduce inflammation and speeds up the healing process. Regular heat & cold exposure have been linked to an improved immune response, making the body more resilient to common seasonal illnesses such as colds and flu, reducing their frequency and severity.
Cold plunging is a powerful tool for boosting energy levels and enhancing overall well-being. When exposed to cold, the body releases dopamine, the "feel-good" neurotransmitter, leading to increased alertness and a sense of vitality. Cold exposure encourages deep breathing, which can enhance blood oxygenation, improving cognitive function and energy levels.
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Trail Animals Running Club
TARC is excited to be one of the partners of the show and be involved through leading morning shakeout runs, hosting panel discussions, presenting several engaging workshops on running related topics. You can see their booth as the "New England Trail Running" feature of the expo. Stop by and listen into their trail running sessions!
Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. | Annette Florczak: Foot Care for Trail Runners
Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. | Mindy Randall: The Importance of Recovery in Trail Running
Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. | Douglyss Giuliana: Developing Your Annual Training Plan
Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. | Megan Beck: Reducing Injury Risk on the Trails
Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. | Vincent Savino: The Plant Based Approach To Heart Health and Wellness
Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. | Carolyn Harper: To Stretch or Not to Stretch
Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. | To be determined
Come on out and be part of the weekend festivities!
Saturday @ 8:00 a.m. | Charles River Shakeout Run with TARC Outreach
Sunday @ 9:00 a.m. | Charles River Shakeout Run with TARC Outreach
Both runs will meet outside the entrance of the Starbucks at 755 Bolyston Street, and take participants for 3 to 5 miles around the city of Boston and the nearby Charles River.
The pace will be social and "no trail animal left behind" is the club's motto!
Stay up to date with details and learn about future group runs by joining the Trail Animals Running Club Facebook group.
Hourly Giveaway - we are going to be giving away various swag at our booth PLUS an exciting announcement coming soon...
We will be offering free Runner Injury Screenings and will have swag for those who participate (cold/hot packs and stickers)
We will a have promotional offers to sign up for a full Running Injury Risk Assessment & Gait Analysis for 50% off.
Shoes - 50% off (from 200$ to 100$)
Base layers - 50%off
Tops - 100$ to 50$
Pants - $90 to $45
Socks - 1 pair $5 - 5 pair for $20
Our booth will make you flutter – come by Firefly Recovery (E38) to test out the Firefly Recovery device and feel the flutter.
We will be allowing visitors to test out the Firefly Recovery device at our booth.
The Run Rx are excited to be brining:
Host a raffle for a FREE gait analysis to one lucky winner and everyone who stops by their booth will be emailed a discount code for a gait analysis if they don't win.
Giving away some FREE Run Rx drawstring bags (great for holding running shoes or all the goodies collected at The Run Show) and selling some comfy post-run lounge swag.
Lastly they will be offering FREE mini gait analysis with their Runeasi sensor
Giveaways inlcude:
New Balance will launch a BRAND NEW product at the Boston Run Show.
Find the Boston Marathon apparel on the Adidas booth all weekend!
Puma will bring their full line of running shoes for Boston Run Show visitors to disocver.
Puma will be launching an update to their running shoe The Velocity 3, their cushioned training shoe that visitors can try and buy at the expo.
25% off all technical running and pickleball footwear at the Skechers Performance booth.
Put your counting skills to the test! Stop by the Skechers Performance booth and play for the chance to win a free pair of Skechers Pickleball shoes! One winner will be chosen each day.
Sponsored by
ACTIVE ODYSSEYS is your gateway to iconic international marathon adventures – with coaching included.
Train. Travel. Triumph.
Where’s YOUR finish line?
Sponsored by
Make sure to swing by the Darn Tough booth for all your socks needs for the upcoming winter and to spin the wheel for your chance to win a free pair of socks, a Darn Tough hat, and other great prizes.
Sponsored by
Hyperice will be hosting an array of exclusive show offers accross the weekend. Enjoy discounts on ranges such as Dynamic Compression, Percussion, Venom, Hyperice X and more.
Sponsored by
Join us in the Treatment Room!
At the National Running Center our physical therapists will conduct a 2-hour comprehensive gait evaluation that is covered by most insurances. Our staff are licensed DPTs and have specialized training in evaluating and treating runners of all ages and abilities.
We can also provide a detailed biomechanical analysis using an instrumented treadmill, which provides additional detail to inform an individualized gait retraining program. This is offered for a small one-time fee.
Our services include use of procedures to accelerate healing from tendon, joint or bone injuries. We offer extracorporeal shockwave and other forms of regenerative medicine techniques, including platelet rich plasma.
The running program is evidence-based and informed by research discoveries. In addition to receiving optimal care of a running related injury, injured runners may also have opportunities to participate in research that transforms their care and the care of future injured runners.
About the National Running Center
The National Running Center, located at Spaulding Hospital, and part of Mass General Brigham Sports Medicine, is one of the premier centers in the United States devoted exclusively to the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of running injuries in runners of all ages and abilities. Based on the campus of Spaulding Hospital Cambridge and affiliated with Harvard Medical School, the Running Center provides evidence-based clinical care developed informed by overall body of running research.
The scientists at the Center implement motion capture technology, real-time feedback devices and gait retraining expertise to assess and treat each individual client. The SNRC is a national and international training site for post-doctoral and doctoral students, medical residents and fellows, and scientists from many disciplines.
The mission of the National Running Center is to expand the current understanding of running related, musculoskeletal injuries with a focus on treatment and prevention, and to use this understanding to provide our patients with the most effective evidence-based care. Whether you run for fun or have a competitive spirit, our goal is to keep you running!
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Head over to Stand J62 and try out award-winning treadmills by Matrix Fitness, the world’s premier equipment brand dedicated to serving fitness enthusiasts at home and in the club.
Aetrex, Inc. is widely recognized as the global leader in foot scanning technology, orthotics, and comfort footwear. Aetrex has developed state-of-the-art foot scanning devices designed to accurately measure feet and determine foot type and pressure points. Since 2002, Aetrex has placed over 10,000 scanners worldwide and performed over 40M scans.
Gait analysis can be a powerful way to determine if you have any bad habits that are causing extra strain on your body. It can also be useful for determining what sort of shoes you need to get to correct any poor foot posture
At The Run Show Boston, we're setting up an Active Kid's area where youngsters can immerse themselves in a world of movement and enjoyment. Our unique approach ensures that every child experiences a day filled with dynamic activities, learning exercises, and games that promote a healthy and active lifestyle. Join us at The Run Show Boston for a memorable and active day.
The Strength & Conditioning zone will host a variety of fitness sessions throughout the weekend.
Improve your running ability with Michael Silva
1. Runners' Hips - Keys to success: Improve running performance and resist injury by learning the key strengthening exercises every runner needs to incorporate. Weak and immobile hips not only make running harder, but can lead to back, hip, and knee pain. Come find out what you need to do to open up and supercharge your hips. Learn strategies you can immediately put to use.
2. Feet - The Foundation for Running: Weak & stiff feet and ankles lead to so many ailments and can impede running performance. Most of us just throw our feet into a sneaker and hope for the best. Join us to learn how and why you need to show some love to your paws. Learn strategies you can immediately put to use.
Yoga with Adina Crawford
Adina (DEANIETHEYOGINI) will help you to quiet your mind and evolve your breathing through yoga and stretching. If you’re a runner, you’ll know the importance of regulating your breath and stretching your muscles – so join in and take home some new techniques!
ChiRunning with Danny Dreyer
In this practical session, Danny Dreyer will educate visitors on 5 things every runner should do before their next big event, from technique to breathing to training.
Sponsored by
New to ChiRunning, join us for a Run Show Clinic. Learn the basic components of the Chi Running technique. ChiRunning is designed to improve your running performance while reducing your chance of injury and increasing your energy efficiency. The result is confidence, speed, and distance with less effort. The Boston Run Show has partnered with ChiRunning to host various clinics and workshops to take place at the ChiRunning area within the expo. Each will cover components of ChiRunning to help you move across every finish line.
Our New England team of Certified ChiRunning Instructors will guide you through exercises and drills designed to leave you with a clear sense of what the ChiRunning technique feels like in your body.
The ChiRunning and ChiWalking technique has helped thousands improve their form while reducing/preventing injury and increase energy efficiency. Experience mindful and effortless movement that is easier and more enjoyable while decreasing recovery time. Runners & walkers of all ages and levels have improved their efficiency and performance.
Book your session now: https://chiliving.com/the-run-show-2024/
Sponsored by
Boston Athletic Association
For 2024 the B.A.A. booth will feature photo ops, the Boston Marathon Trophy, giveaways, a goal setting wall and a space to meet Team B.A.A. and our community partners!
See the B.A.A. on the Marathon and Road Stage:
Saturday January 27th
11:30am – 12:15pm Opportunities for all to run with the B.A.A. - Expansion and inclusion for para and adaptive athletes and more.
Panelists include Joe LeMar, Boston Chapter Lead, Achilles International, Lina Coral, Achilles Athlete, Taylor Barrett, B.A.A. Parathletics Manager and more to be announced. Moderated by B.A.A. Director of Community Engagement, Suzanne Walmsley.
Sunday January 28th
12:30pm – 1:15pm Opportunities for all to run with the B.A.A. -Expansion and inclusion for para athletes. Panelists include Joe Walsh, President & CEO, Adaptive Sports New England, World Record Holder Brian Reynolds, pushrim athlete Maddie Wilson, and Taylor Barrett, B.A.A. Parathletics Manager. Moderated by B.A.A. Director of Community Engagement, Suzanne Walmsley.
Looking for inspiration to help plan your race schedule? You’ll find that and more in the Events Village at The Boston Run Show 2025.
Featuring a compelling cross-section of highly-rated events, the Events Village is the perfect place to jump-start your 2025 racing season and beyond.
Come visit in person with some of the world’s best race organizers, learn more about what makes their events special, and take advantage of offers you’ll only find at The Boston Run Show. All in a relaxed setting of like-minded runners you won’t find anywhere else.
Check out:
Stop by the Events Village to make 2025 your best racing year yet.
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The Run Café is at the centre of the show and is a great meeting point for visitors to catch up with old friends and new. Come and meet other visitors while you relax, unwind and refuel with our selection of healthy food and drinks available to buy.
Head to the Trail & Ultra Stage for another packed agenda of inspirational speakers covering everything trail and longer distances.
Visitors seeking off-road inspiration on the Saturday should head for the Trail & Ultra stage to hear from running greats including ultra-positive ultrarunner Coree Woltering, Triple Crown record holder Scott Jenkins, 2-time Badwater winner Pete Kostelnick, and 7-times Western States 100 winner, Scott Jurek.
On the Sunday, Scott Jenkins will return to the Trail & Ultra stage for a Q&A interview to delve further into his achievements and the resilience they require, and Barkley Marathon double finisher, John Kelly, will be closing the show, hot off the back of his return to the UK’s brutal Spine race.
Get inspired by listening to some truly impressive runners! Find out what motivates them, hear their stories and join the debate with a range of panel sessions. There’s also the opportunity to meet the speakers after they have spoken in our ‘meet and greet’ area. This is your chance to get an autograph and that all-important selfie!
Over two days, you will see a wide range of speakers and celebrities as part of an unmissable programme of live sessions. Full program details will be available in due course.
Want to join the brands below and exhibit at The Boston Run Show?
We're co-locating with The Boston Outdoor Expo, check out the line-up for this show using the button below
Sponsor
2before Performance Nutrition
I70
Active Odysseys
J102
Sponsor
adidas
I31
Sponsor
Aetrex, Inc.
I21
Air Force Marathon
G44
American Cancer Society
I110
Athletic Equation
I41
Sponsor
Bakline
H30
Barn to Run Trail Race Series
Beijing Talent Expo
K50, K52 & J58
Boston Bulldogs Running Club
L50
Boston Ski & Sports Club
G100
Chase the Summit
G43
The Run Clinic
ChiRunning
I50
Clarence DeMar Marathon
REV 7
Drankful
H96
Finish Strong Foundation
Firefly Recovery
I42
Flavanaturals
I68
FlipBelt
J112
Flowstate Physiotherapy
Z96
For your Wellbeing
J100
Greater Lowell Road Runners
REV12
Heroes in Transition
REV2
Hilma
H53
Sponsor
Hyperice
J20
I Touch Relief
I48
InnSeason Resorts
D62
INOV8
H49
JAMBAR
I40
Levelle Nutrition
I30
Marathon Printing, Inc.
H51
Marathon Sports
G20
Mass General Brigham
G110 & G112
Max Performance Events
J54
Millennium Running
REV 4, REV 5, REV 6
Naboso
J30
Organization for Autism Research
J56
PODOKS
L110
Powered Living
G47
Sponsor
Puma
I32
Race Find
J116
Rhode Races & Events
REV7
Road of Rainbows 5k
REV 11
Row House
J72
RunBuddy
I10
RunDot
H64
RunFlutie (Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation)
J92
Sponsor
Runna
H32
Sponsor
Running Mate
H112
Runur Athletics
E28
Sponsor
Soles4Souls
H46
Sore+Tired(R)
L112
Sugarloaf Mountain
G102
T-MOBILE
I56
Team Hoyt
J94
The Fun Road Race Company
REV9
The Healing Rose
G94
UO Sports Product Management Master’s Program
I112
USWE
UYN – Unleash your nature
G30
WhitePaws RunMitts
I62
Bakline | H30 |
Firefly Recovery | I42 |
FlipBelt | J112 |
INOV8 | H49 |
Marathon Printing, Inc. | H51 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Puma | I32 |
WhitePaws RunMitts | I62 |
I Touch Relief | I48 |
RunBuddy | I10 |
Runna | H32 |
American Cancer Society | I110 |
Heroes in Transition | REV2 |
Organization for Autism Research | J56 |
RunFlutie (Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation) | J92 |
Soles4Souls | H46 |
Team Hoyt | J94 |
adidas | I31 |
Bakline | H30 |
FlipBelt | J112 |
INOV8 | H49 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Puma | I32 |
Runur Athletics | E28 |
Soles4Souls | H46 |
Team Hoyt | J94 |
UYN - Unleash your nature | G30 |
WhitePaws RunMitts | I62 |
adidas | I31 |
Firefly Recovery | I42 |
Flavanaturals | I68 |
JAMBAR | I40 |
Levelle Nutrition | I30 |
Row House | J72 |
Flowstate Physiotherapy | Z96 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Mass General Brigham | G110 & G112 |
American Cancer Society | I110 |
Boston Bulldogs Running Club | L50 |
Soles4Souls | H46 |
Team Hoyt | J94 |
UO Sports Product Management Master's Program | I112 |
Soles4Souls | H46 |
Team Hoyt | J94 |
T-MOBILE | I56 |
2before Performance Nutrition | I70 |
Drankful | H96 |
Flavanaturals | I68 |
Levelle Nutrition | I30 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Sore+Tired(R) | L112 |
American Cancer Society | I110 |
Barn to Run Trail Race Series | |
Max Performance Events | J54 |
Millennium Running | REV 4, REV 5, REV 6 |
Race Find | J116 |
ChiRunning | I50 |
Firefly Recovery | I42 |
Hyperice | J20 |
I Touch Relief | I48 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Naboso | J30 |
Powered Living | G47 |
The Healing Rose | G94 |
adidas | I31 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
American Cancer Society | I110 |
Boston Bulldogs Running Club | L50 |
Boston Ski & Sports Club | G100 |
Greater Lowell Road Runners | REV12 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Road of Rainbows 5k | REV 11 |
Active Odysseys | J102 |
American Cancer Society | I110 |
Boston Bulldogs Running Club | L50 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
adidas | I31 |
Air Force Marathon | G44 |
American Cancer Society | I110 |
Boston Bulldogs Running Club | L50 |
ChiRunning | I50 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Team Hoyt | J94 |
Air Force Marathon | G44 |
American Cancer Society | I110 |
Barn to Run Trail Race Series | |
Boston Bulldogs Running Club | L50 |
Clarence DeMar Marathon | REV 7 |
FlipBelt | J112 |
InnSeason Resorts | D62 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Max Performance Events | J54 |
Rhode Races & Events | REV7 |
Sugarloaf Mountain | G102 |
Team Hoyt | J94 |
The Fun Road Race Company | REV9 |
Team Hoyt | J94 |
adidas | I31 |
Bakline | H30 |
INOV8 | H49 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Soles4Souls | H46 |
UYN - Unleash your nature | G30 |
Firefly Recovery | I42 |
Hyperice | J20 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
RunBuddy | I10 |
adidas | I31 |
American Cancer Society | I110 |
Barn to Run Trail Race Series | |
FlipBelt | J112 |
INOV8 | H49 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Aetrex, Inc. | I21 |
Hilma | H53 |
INOV8 | H49 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Puma | I32 |
Active Odysseys | J102 |
Air Force Marathon | G44 |
Firefly Recovery | I42 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Soles4Souls | H46 |
American Cancer Society | I110 |
FlipBelt | J112 |
INOV8 | H49 |
Marathon Sports | G20 |
Craig Hanratty
Event Director
at Racoon Events Inc.
We are stoked for the Boston Run Show to return to the Hynes Convention Center for its secound year. We are a small team with a huge ambition to represent the best that the running industry has to offer and it is an honour to keep bringing this show to Boston.
The Boston Run Show is for every runner no matter how far or fast you go, it offers interactive experiences, amazing content from our line-up of inspirational speakers and well-known top brands for you to shop.
After launching the show in 2023, we have listened to feedback and worked hard to bring together an even bigger and better weekend with incredible brands offering new products, live action and show offers.
The best way to navigate around the show and find the brands you want is through the Exhibitors link on this Show Guide where you can find an A to Z of all brands. Make sure you check out all the awesome brands at the event, some of which are brought to you by our Official retailer Marathon Sports.
Head over to the Agenda button on the Show Guide to see who is speaking, when and where.
Thank you for coming along to the expo and supporting us, we hope you have a great weekend!
Exclusive show offers with Hyperice
Spin the wheel at the Darn Tough booth
Active Odysseys – Claim $100 trip credit and enter to win further $500 credit
25% off footwear at the Skechers Performance Booth
Play to win a pair of Skechers Pickleball shoes
Try out premium treadmills from Matrix Fitness!
Puma to bring their full line of running shoes
Boston Marathon apparel will appear on the Adidas booth
New Balance will launch a NEW product
Giveaways at the Tedy’s Team booth
The Run Rx
Firefly Recovery booth will make you flutter
Amazing promotions with UYN
Free Runner Injury Screenings with FLOWSTATE PHYSIOTHERAPY
Demos and swag with Wahoo Fitness
Design your new apparel at the Marathon Sports booth
As a runner, content creator, and donut connoisseur, Alex Hermanson is the internet’s resident “big dude who runs a lot.” An active extrovert at heart, Alex’s love of running and connecting with others has helped him create an online and offline community for a new wave of runners who enjoy long, slow runs, often fueled by donuts. Motivated by inspiring others, Alex encourages his audience to not only be proud of the miles they log, but how far they’ve come on their own running journeys.
Paige Emerson is the founder of Chubby Hiker Reviews, a social media account where she reviews hikes in Maine as someone who is plus sized. She encourages people of all body types to get outdoors and she does advocacy work for folks in fat bodies. Her main goal is to work for inclusion and accessibility in outdoor spaces. In addition to being a trail reviewer, Paige is also a Clinical Social Worker and a Registered Maine Guide
Scot lives in Belmont, MA with his wife Amy, their sons Neil and Nat, and their dog Ray, where he partakes in a range of endurance activities.
He currently coaches friends, family, and charity athletes through endurance events of all kinds.
You can follow his exploits via his blog: http://multisportmaniac.blogspot.com
or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/multisportmaniac/
See what current goals are in progress and get a glimpse of what might be next. He is always looking for a new challenge.
Alia is a first-generation, East Boston-raised, Arab-Italian-American. She is an educator, rhymer, runner, learner, leader, and scientist. Her mission is to disrupt from within; whether that’s disrupting the dominant cultures of running or of science and education. She joined the leadership team of TrailblazHERs Run Co. in June of 2022. As a LeadHER, she supports the scale and impact of the TrailblazHERs’ mission. Foundational to this is her passion and knack for building community. She has inspired many by offering guidance, support, and encouraging excellence not only for the run crew but for the work in which members of TrailblazHERs are engaged in as agents for social change. She completed her first marathon, the Boston Marathon, in 2023, yet her most transformative race experience was running the 26.TRUE Marathon in 2024. Alia is a second-year doctoral student at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Alia Qatarneh
Lindsey Thorne-Bingham is a LeadHer with TrailblazHers Run Co. and a certified run coach. Her running and wellness journey is motivated by the power of the “get to” – We “get” to do this, we do not have to; do it now because one day we might not be able to. Lindsey strives to empower others to find the magic in movement and running. In March 2024, she became a six-star finisher upon finishing the Tokyo Marathon! Lindsey loves family, friends, good food, and adventure. Outside of running, she is a talent acquisition and recruiting professional. She is passionate about building strong teams and communities professionally and personally and is currently Chair of the Board at the Cambridge Community Center.
Tina Muir is the co-author of Becoming a Sustainable Runner, a practical guide for approaching running in a way that merges runners’ passion for their sport with their concern for their health, their community, and the environment. An ardent environmentalist, she works with major road races on their sustainability initiatives, and is the Sustainability Director for the World Athletics Road Running Championships to be held in San Diego in 2025.
Through her award-winning podcast, Running for Real, Tina starts conversations and shares resources on sustainability, climate change, and how individuals can make a positive difference in their own lives.
Mebrahtom “Meb” Keflezighi is widely acclaimed as one of the greatest runners of our time and is the only man in history to win the New York City Marathon, the Boston Marathon, and an Olympic medal. He is the author of two New York Times bestselling books, founder of the MEB Foundation, is committed to helping runners become the best versions of themselves, and to nurturing the sport of running for the next generation. Meb now offers coaching services and utilizes RunDot as his training platform of choice.
Dena Lewis is the passionate force behind Running Mate, an innovative app
revolutionizing runner safety. After enduring two assaults while running, she embarked
on a mission to create a safer environment for all runners. Through Running Mate, Dena
offers a reliable platform where runners and mates undergo thorough background
checks, ensuring peace of mind for all involved. Think of Running Mate as the Uber for
runners, providing a ground breaking solution to enjoy runs without fear.
Dena’s journey is fuelled by her profound passion for running and unwavering dedication
to her family. As a mother and a long-time advocate for female runner safety, her goal
with Running Mate is to raise awareness of this crucial issue and to keep runners safe.
With over two decades of experience as a runner, including participation in numerous
ultras, marathons, triathlons, and shorter races, Dena brings a wealth of first hand
knowledge to Running Mate. Her extensive background in corporate America and
entrepreneurial spirit as a three-time founder uniquely position her to lead this
endeavour.
Before founding Running Mate, Dena used her degree in Business Administration from
Florida State University to forge a successful career in Medical Device Sales and
Management, holding various leadership roles over15 years. Despite her demanding
professional pursuits, Dena remains deeply connected to her roots in retail, having
owned three businesses throughout her career.
Based in Florida, Dena and the Running Mate team thrive in an environment conducive
to year-round running adventures. Their dedication to empowering runners and
promoting safety resonates with athletes worldwide, making Running Mate a
transformative force in the running community.
Dr Kaz Williams, Performance Psychologist, Certified Running Coach, Speaker, Ultra runner.
Kaz is the Founder and CEO of Mettle, she coaches trail and ultra runners, works with athletes on their mental game and delivers expert, interactive and energizing talks making her a favorite speaker with athletes and business leaders.
Kaz also shares lessons from racing ultramarathons and her podium finishes at Tahoe 200, Moab 240 and Tot Dret, Italy. She has also won Ouray 100-mile endurance race in Colorado.
In April of 2018, Des Linden braved headwinds and torrential rain to become the first US women’s champion at the Boston Marathon since 1985. Her win was one for the record books as she bested the field and the worst conditions in race history. In the spring of 2021, Des set the World Record for the 50k, running 2:59:54. In the fall of 2023 Des set the US Master’s Marathon Record, running 2:27:35.
Des, a two-time U.S. Olympic Marathoner, finished 7th at the Rio Olympic Games. She got her start at Hilltop High in the San Diego suburb of Chula Vista, California where she earned All-State honors. Linden attended Arizona State University where she was an All-American in both cross country and track. After graduation, she moved to Rochester, Michigan to join the Hansons Brooks Distance Project. She currently trains in Northern Michigan and continues representing Brooks.
In 2011, Linden wowed the marathon world with her near-win at the Boston Marathon. Her runner-up finish, an incredible 2:22:38, set an all-time U.S. record on the Boston course and made her the third-fastest American ever at the time. Linden was named USA Track & Field’s Athlete of the Week for her performance.
In 2015, Des participated in the Boston Marathon which featured a strong international field and the top three US marathoners. She finished as top American and held on for a 4th place finish, less than 45 seconds from the win. In doing so, she bested two former Boston champions, a Berlin and Rotterdam Marathon champion, and the World Junior Record Holder.
In the summer of 2015, Des earned a Silver Medal at the Pan-Am Games in the 10,000. In early 2016 she finished 2nd at the US Olympic Marathon Trials, she followed that up with a runner-up performance at the US Half Marathon Championships before heading to the Rio Games. Other career highlights include earning her spot on the US Olympic Team at the 2012 LondonSummerGames with a runner-up performance at the U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials (2:25:55), a runner-up performance at the 2013 US Half Marathon Champs, 11th at the 2009 Marathon World Championships (2:27:53) and multiple top-five performances at four of the six World Marathon Majors: her Boston runner-up in 2011, a 2nd at the 2010 Chicago Marathon (2:26:20), a 4th at the 2017 Boston Marathon, and 5th place showings at the 2008 Chicago Marathon (2:31:33), 2013 Berlin Marathon (2:29:15) and 2014 NYC Marathon (2:28:11) where she was the top American. Earlier in 2014, she clocked an impressive 2:23:54 in Boston. Most recently, in the fall of 2018, Des won the Rock ’n’ Roll Philly Half in 1:11:49 and finished 6th at the New York City Marathon with a swift 1:12:00 back half. Des returned to the BostonMarathon in 2019 and finished 5th, that fall she led the NYC Marathon field through the half marathon in 1:11:40 and finished as top American in 6th place in the 4th fastest American time in history on the historic five-borough course.
Linden studied psychology at Arizona State University. A self-proclaimed bacon aficionado, her hobbies include reading and writing, collecting assorted whiskeys, drinking Linden X Two Coffee, throwing first pitches at Major League ballgames, relaxing with her dogs Atlas and Boston, listening to good music and outrunning her husband, fellow marathoner, and Kona veteran, Ryan Linden.
Photo Credit: Carrie Cox
Lazarus Lake (aka Gary Cantrell) is the man behind the revered and feared Barkley Marathons. Known to many as one of the toughest races on earth, the route involves 5 x 20 miles laps and 66,000 ft of unmarked ascent in and around Frozen Head Park in Tennessee. It has been completed only 18 times by 15 runners since 1989.
Laz is as much of an enigma as his races, which also include the Last Annual Vol State and last-man-standing sufferfest Big’s Backyard Ultra. A serious ultra runner himself, Laz recently finished a 3,365-mile walk across the US and joins us exclusively to chat about what it takes to finish one of his races.
Nicole is a performance physical therapist and running specialist who left the “traditional” model of clinical physical therapy ten years ago. Instead of waiting to have injured runners come to her, she started her own company, Jumpstartrunning, to help runners optimize their bodies and teach them to mitigate injury. She is 49 years old and recently experienced the “joy” of perimenopause/menopause and wants to help other female athletes prepare and thrive during this transition. She and the majority of her clients are masters athletes who recognize that running strategies from our twenties no longer serve us and a “jumpstart” is in order to enhance our running for performance and longevity.
Nicole has been a runner and a physical therapist for the past twenty four years. She completed the Boston Marathon sixteen times, along with forty-something marathons and an Ironman. She has not had an injury in almost twenty years and wants the same for ALL runners. She knows that runners love to run – not rehab. Her mission is to keep runners healthy, happy and strong so they can enjoy a lifetime of running.
Nicole currently resides in Massachusetts, but has virtual clients across the country using a hybrid model of coaching, consulting and courses. She is currently training for her seventeenth Boston Marathon – fifth in a row – and has been chosen to run with the 2024 Boston Athletic Association Gives Back Marathon Team.
Tom decided to combine his love for racing and his skill for bringing people together in order to create SIX03 Endurance.
Tom’s knowledge of endurance racing, road races, and obstacle course racing granted him access to a plethora of like minded athletes. He put out the call and gathered a handful of athletes with various backgrounds to create what is now SIX03 Endurance.
He has hosted Multiple USATF National Trail and Mountain Championships and is currently a USATF -MUT Staff member.
Founder & President of DMSE Sports, Race Director, Philanthropist, Motivational Speaker and Accomplished Athlete.
From his extraordinary 1978 run across the U.S. to benefit the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to serving as technical director then race director of the BAA Boston Marathon since the 1980s, McGillivray has helped organize more than 1,400 mass participatory events since founding DMSE Sports in 1981, while raising millions for worthy causes close to his heart.
Kelly Roberts is the unlikely force behind the popular blog and women’s running community, the Badass Lady Gang (now in nearly 20 cities around the world). The self-proclaimed former President of the “I f*cking hate running club” has helped hundreds of thousands of people run everything from 5Ks to marathons and is a coach to thousands of runners every year.
A force in the body-positive movement, Kelly’s body-positive movement #SportsBraSquad is redefining what strength looks like by helping thousands of women around the world ditch their shirts along with their insecurities.
Kelly has graced the cover of Women’s Running Magazine’s body issue, was named by Women’s Running Magazine as one of 20 Women Who Are Changing the Sport of Running (And the World), was named by Competitor Magazine as one of 12 Influential and inspiring runners under 30 is the host and creator of the Run, Selfie, Repeat podcast which has been downloaded over 2.5-million times worldwide.
Take a look at the inspirational and educational content we've got planned for the show, across our two stages: The Marathon & Road stage, and the Trail & Ultra stage. We've got a full schedule of great speakers all weekend, from famous athletes to everyday people who have done amazing things - what will you watch?
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Road & Marathon Stage
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