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Every participant’s road to the start line is different and this is your opportunity to inspire, inform or simply share why you are running the 2021 Bank of America Chicago Marathon. Your story may be used as part of our event marketing campaign, outreach to local and national media and/or on event communications channels.

Please fill out the personal contact information and share your story below. If we are able to use your story, we will contact you directly. Thank you in advance for sharing your story with us.

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Why are you running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon? * Required
What are you looking forward to on race day? * Required
Who or what is your running motivation and inspiration? * Required
What does running mean to you in your life? * Required
How would you describe yourself as a runner? * Required
What is the best life advice you have ever received and how does it translate to running the Marathon? * Required
Do you remember the first time you ran? How did it feel? Did you ever imagine you would tackle the marathon distance? * Required
How has running helped you navigate through these unprecedented times? * Required
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