photo by Arpan
There is a very special energy on the course of the 3100 mile race for many reasons. There are what one could call ‘inner’ reasons and also ‘outer’ reasons. Among some of the outer reasons why this course has a special energy is the neighborhood setting in which it is run. Having two large high schools and two playgrounds within the course loop, this half-mile course has lots of human energy and movement along with the race itself.
There are many people and their families who come out to this loop, especially in the evenings. They take walks or try to get in their own mileage around the course or in the playgrounds. Little children always add a refreshing reaction and interest upon seeing the runners and the race headquarters everyday on the course.