9 Boston Marathon Motivational Quotes
The iconic race has sparked some inspirational sayings throughout the years.
John Duncan “Jock” Semple ran and directed several Boston Marathons throughout his lifetime.
In 1966, Bobbi Gibb became the first woman to run the Boston Marathon.
A year later, Kathrine Switzer became the first woman to run the Boston Marathon with a bib.
In 1970, Ron Hill became the first British runner to win the Boston Marathon, setting a new course record of 2:10:30.
Amby Burfoot won the 1968 Boston Marathon before beginning his long career with Runner's World.
Bill Rodgers earned the nickname “Boston Billy” by winning the 1975, 1978, 1979, and 1980 Boston Marathons.
Olympic swimmer Summer Sanders is a two-time finisher of the Boston Marathon.
Esther Atkins (then Esther Erb) was the 19th female finisher at the 2014 Boston Marathon, running a personal best 2:33:15.
Love Story author Eric Segal has run 20 Boston Marathons, breaking the three-hour barrier on six occasions.
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