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From 5Ks to Marathons just taking it 1 step & race at a time. LDN ⭐️ NYC ⭐️ BER ⭐️ CHI ⭐️

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Nobody talks enough about the POST-MARATHON BLUES. 🥲

Two weeks. Two World Majors. Berlin 🇩🇪 ➡️ Chicago 🇺🇸

The training, the travel, the expo, the crowds, the race-day adrenaline… and then suddenly, it’s all over.

Now I’m sitting here wanting to run, but my body is telling me to REST. 😂

It’s weird how you spend months looking forward to one day, and when it’s finally over, you’re left wondering… what’s next?

Maybe it’s not just missing the marathon. Maybe it’s missing the purpose, the routine, the excitement, and the people who made the journey special.

For now, I’ll enjoy the medals, recover properly, and figure out what the next chapter looks like.

Fellow runners, tell me I’m not the only one going through this. How do you deal with the post-marathon blues? 👇

#marathon #running #run #runner #chicago by @milesymas

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Two marathon bros walk into Chicago… and somehow end up on an architectural river tour talking about running, goals, and Chicago’s iconic architecture.

Because apparently, we can’t go anywhere without talking about running. 😂 @rdotaye

#chicago #marathon #running #run #runningcommunity by @milesymas

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Last but not least, this Medal Monday is for my friends and family.

These past two weeks have been unforgettable. From the laughs and conversations to sharing our struggles, chasing personal goals, and celebrating each other along the way, you’ve made this journey even more special.

Running a marathon may be a personal challenge, but getting to the starting line and crossing that finish line takes a whole team of friends and family cheering you on. Grateful to have you all in my corner!

And, as always, the biggest thank you to my wife for her unconditional love and support through this crazy running journey. ❤️ And to my girls, who always ask me, “Daddy, did you win the race?!”

I always tell them I did. Because in their eyes, I already have. 🥹

#chicago #berlin #marathon #running #run by @milesymas

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Here’s to the crazy ones. . . .

The ones who dared to believe in themselves and take on the challenge of running a marathon.

There’s something special about pushing yourself to your physical and mental limits. Every mile teaches you something new about yourself. And when you think you have nothing left to give, you dig a little deeper and find the strength to keep going.

So here’s to everyone who’s ever heard, “You’re crazy for running a marathon.”

Maybe we are. But there’s something beautiful about chasing something that once seemed impossible.

Happy Medal Monday to all the crazy ones. Keep chasing the impossible. 🏅🏃‍♂️

#chicago #marathon #running #run #runner by @milesymas

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What a day! 🥵 I thought Berlin was hot two weeks ago… Chicago said, “Hold my beer.” 🍺

A HUGE thank you to the city of Chicago! The crowds were incredible from start to finish, but the real MVPs were the volunteers handing out water, Gatorade, and those cold, wet towels. You were the true stars of this race! 🫶

I came into this one with zero expectations, just hoping to get through another 26.2 miles in the heat. Somehow, I walked away with a PERSONAL BEST of 4:20:39, beating my NYC Marathon time!

And of course, shoutout to my friends for making this weekend unforgettable and keeping the laughs coming.

I’m still trying to figure out why we chose marathon running as a HOBBY.

Chicago, you were something special. ❤️

#chicago #marathon #runningcommunity #run by @milesymas

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Chicago Marathon weekend hits different when the shakeout miles come with the right people. @heartbreak.run @nikerunning

You’re not just running a marathon this weekend you’re joining a community that gets it. Huge thanks to Heartbreak Run for kicking off race weekend the right way!

Now the legs are warmed up, the carbs are loaded. Only thing left is the actual race.

#chicago #marathon #running #nike #run by @milesymas

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6 days ago

Chicago Marathon weekend is officially here!

Stopped by the expo to grab my bib and soak it all in. Still feels a little crazy that I’m running another marathon just two weeks after Berlin.

Time to enjoy the weekend, trust the training, and see what these legs have left.

Chicago, let’s do this!

Who else is running Sunday? 👇

#chicago #marathon #running #run #runner by @milesymas

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7 days ago

🚨 CHICAGO, WE HAVE A BIB. 🚨

Berlin was two weeks ago. My quads are still negotiating with my brain, and somehow we’re back for another 26.2.

🇩🇪 Berlin ✅
🇺🇸 Chicago ⏳

Three World Marathon Majors down, and apparently I’ve learned absolutely nothing about recovery.

The goal? Survive, have fun, and see what these legs have left.

Chicago, let’s make some questionable decisions together.

Who else is running Sunday? Drop your bib number below! 👇

#chicago #run #marathon #running #runner by @milesymas

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7 days ago

I’m about to make some marathoners VERY angry.

I ranked the World Major Marathon jackets from 🔥 to “yeah… I’d still wear it because I earned it.”

🥇 Which jacket is #1?
👀 Which one got ROBBED?
🗑️ And which one looks like it belongs at the bottom of the drawer?

Now tell me… what’s YOUR 1 ?
#run #running #runner #marathon by @milesymas

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8 days ago

Race day sneakers: because apparently spending $250+ on shoes is cheaper than therapy. 😂

These are the shoes carrying the dreams, the carbs, the questionable pacing decisions, and the “I definitely trained for this” energy.

Chicago… let’s see what they’ve got.

What are YOU racing in? Drop your race-day shoes below 👇

#marathontraining #raceday #sneakers #chicago #run by @milesymas

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9 days ago

Apparently, one World Major wasn’t enough. 😂

Just finished Berlin and thought, “You know what sounds like a great idea? Let’s do Chicago in two weeks.” 🤡

The legs: “Absolutely not.”
The brain: “We’re doing it anyway.”
The body: “Can we at least discuss this?”

Berlin ✔️
Recovery mode 🔋
Chicago loading… 🌆

Two Majors. Two weeks. One questionable decision.

Chicago, I hope you’re ready… because I’m coming for you. 🔥

#chicago #run #marathontraining #running #marathon by @milesymas

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14 days ago

Can’t stop, addicted to the shindig…
26.2 miles, a whole lot of memories, and apparently a serious addiction to marathon day.

Official race photos to prove I actually ran it. 😂

#marathon #berlin #run #running #runner by @milesymas

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