re: Official Running Log/Marathon Training Thread

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they require covid vaccination

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Boston Marathon does not require COVID vaccination proof this year. The only thing I saw was that you have to wear masks on the bus while be transported to the starting area.

Regarding "Pay to Play", I see it from both sides. It is a remarkable feat to qualify for Boston under the minimum time limits. To distinguish those who qualify vs. those who are charity runners, I always followup with the statement that I am not fast enough to time qualify(yet) but instead am a charity runner. The charities really do benefit. I know the team I am running with (Red Cross of Massachusetts) has approximately 65 runners. Each has to fundraise a minimum of 10K or their credit card is charged this amount. That is 650K right there. This does not even include the entry fee for the Marathon which is around $300 more.