Time not givenMy first marathon. Absolutely loved it - the euphoria, atmosphere, crowds cheering you on - I keep re-living it! It was painful towards the end, but that's quickly forgotten!Index of all quotesNext quote
Time not givenThis was my first Marathon and before the race I had said never again, but I enjoyed every minute, the spectators were fantastic and I can't wait for next year!Index of all quotesNext quote
Time not givenBrilliant, Amazing - just the very best marathon in the world for sure. I can say that because this was my 11th London Marathon and compared to other big city marathons that I've also run (including New York) this race wins hands
Time: 4:26Finishing time 4.26.45Would have gladly run back and throttled the enthusiastic supporter at 21.5 miles telling us all we had conquered the wall!First Marathon, great experience, hope to be back next year.Index of all quotesNext quote
Time: 2:44Hi everyone, enjoyed my first marathon experience thought the weather was not that bad got a bad blister from 9 mile onwards finished in 2hrs 44mins 31secs pleased with that stuart heaton (east cheshire harriers
Time not givenThis was the first marathon I've done where I felt I controlled the race rather than vice versa. The last 6 miles were the best racing miles I've ever done.Index of all quotesNext quote
Time: 4:39Hard graft - just not enough training due to work. Got around in 4.39 which was what I was expecting. Was a complete plonker on the day - I forgot to affix my chip! Remember the runners motto "In the marathon - as in loving - you have
Time not givenHighlights of the day - Runners World Forumites at mile 18. Lady holding the banner with the Lance Armstrong quote "Pain is temporary, failure is forever". That came at just the right time. Enjoying the last 2 miles at last!Index of all quotesNext quote
Time: 4:05Deafened by thousands of people screaming my name! - They should market that instead of energy bars!Index of all quotesNext quote
Time not givenBest spectator banner: "Pain is only temporary - Failure lasts forever"Index of all quotesNext quote