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Boston Marathon 2016 – YouTube
selected by MarathonGuide.com Staff

Every year for our Boston Marathon coverage we comb the internet to find some works that are out there that we enjoy and can share. Here we’ve selected the best video content about or related to the Boston Marathon that we could find. All of these are interesting and we think you’ll enjoy each. And if there are some that you have found that we should have here – let us know (use that feedback link at the top of the site) and we’ll get it here.
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#RunBold – what drives you to run the Boston Marathon
Running Time 1:13

Digital and social media campaign #RunBold hopes to inspire you to run 26.2 miles.

Boston Marathon Promo Video
Running Time 3:14

Promo video highlighting the many historic landmarks and distinguishing charateristics of the Boston Marathon that have made it one of the world’s greatest marathons.

Sights and Sounds of the 2011 Boston Marathon
Running Time 2:53

Video montage of the many sights and sounds of the 2011 Boston Marathon.

The Wellesley Scream Tunnel
Running Time 3:51

A runner’s-eye view of the world-famous “Scream Tunnel,” courtesy of Wellesley College students.

Bus Line to the Start of the Boston Marathon
Running Time 0:25

View the line at Boston Common for the bus ride to the start of the Boston Marathon.

2008 Boston Starting Line
Running Time 8:09

The excitement at Hopkinton, as the race gets underway.

Hopkinton 2008
Running Time 3:09

A reporter explores the starting line and captures the excitement at the beginning of the 2008 Boston Marathon.

2008 Boston Finish Line
Running Time 2:15

A MetroWest Daily News reporter captures the scene at the finish line of the 2008 Boston Marathon

Training Tips From Boston Marathon Personnel & Champions
Running Time 3:17

Former Boston champions and personnel share training and racing tips for the Boston Marathon.

The Elite Field for the 2016 Boston Marathon includes the 2015 Defending Champions
Running Time 2:11

John Hancock announces the top 2016 elite athletes, including the men’s defending champion Lelisa Desisa and the women’s defending champion, Caroline Rotich.

The Full Elite Field for the 2016 is announced by John Hancock
Running Time 1:56

John Hancock announces the full 2016 elite athletes, including athletes from 12 countries, 5 Boston Marathon Champions, 4 NYC Marathon Champions, 89 Global Marathon Wins, and 1 Olympic Gold Medalist.

Coverage by CBS Boston on Lelisa Desisa winning his second Boston Marathon
Running Time 2:02

Lelisa Desisa wins his second Boston Marathon in a 2015 winning time of 2:09:18

Introduction to competitor Joyce Chepkirui
Running Time 1:05

John Hancock introduces Joyce Chepkirui to the 2015 Elite Field. Chepkirui will return in 2016.

Joyce Chepkirui finishes second at the 2016 NYC Half Marathon.
Running Time 1:00

Although Joyce Chepkirui finishes second at the 2016 NYC Half Marathon, her finish was 0.08 of a second behind a new American record time set by Molly Huddle.

Ethiopia’s Lelisa Desisa Benti Won His Marathon Debut at Dubai
Running Time 4:57

Desisa Benti set a blistering debut time of 2:04:45.

Coverage of the 2015 Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon
Running Time 5:33

Lemi Berhanu and Lelisa Desisa competed against each other at the 2015 Dubai Marathon where Lemi Berhanu claimed the victory in 2:05:28 and Desisa took runner-up about 30 seconds behind.

Jordan Chipangama finished the 2014 CIM as runner-up and describes his performance.
Running Time 1:48

Jordan Chipangama took second place at the 2014 CIM and shares insight into the race experience in an interview with the Sacramento Running Association.

Interviews

Yemane Tsegay earns the Silver Medal at the 2015 World Championships Marathon.
Running Time 1:22

Yemane talks about his race at the 2015 IAAF World Championships Marathon where he placed second.

An Interview with 2012 Boston Marathon Champ Wesley Korir
Running Time 4:19

Korir talks about winning the esteemed event against tough competition and weather (heat).

Q&A With B.A.A. Executive Director Guy Morse
Running Time 7:57

Guy Morse speaks on online registration for the 2011 Boston Marathon opening and closing in one day. Discusses how he may look into adjusting the process for future years as well.

The Boston Marathon Course Tour
Running Time 8:16

A high-quality driving tour of the famous Boston course, in just eight minutes.

Boston Marathon Course Video
Running Time 16:31

Boston Marathon Course Tour – the more leisurely version.

Bill Rogers describes the Boston Marathon Course
Running Time 1:53

Bill Rogers highlights many famous sights along the course

Race director Dave Mc Gillivray summarizes the Boston Marathon Course
Running Time 43:00

Dave McGillivray shares his highlights of the course

Running Through Newton
Running Time 3:21

Chrissie Long filmed part of her 2008 Boston Marathon, and the result is this shaky runner’s-eye view of the Newton portion of the course.

Video Preview of the Boston Marathon Cousre
Running Time 3:11

Video of the Boston Marathon route from the start in Hopkinton.

Course Preview and Interview with Bill Rogers.
Running Time 21:42

The course of the Boston Marathon is examined and Bill Rodgers is interviewered.

Tour Guide Hail Gabriel’s course describtion
Running Time 4:51

Hail Gabriel talks about the Boston Marathon Course legendary runners, training methods and historical running events of the past.

Tour Guide Hail Gabriel’s course describtion
Running Time 4:51

Hail Gabriel talks about the Boston Marathon Course legendary runners, training methods and historical running events of the past.

Meb Keflezighi wins 2014 Boston Marathon
Running Time 2:28

Meb Keflezighi becomes the first American man to win since 1983, with a personal best at 2:08:37, 11 seconds over Wilson Chebet (KEN) who nearly chased him down

Johnny Miles Wins 1926 Boston Marathon
Running Time 4:55

Miles arrived at the marathon as an unknown, competing in a handmade singlet adorned with a maple leaf and the letters “NS” for Nova Scotia and a pair of 98-cent sneakers. Miles completed the race in a time of 2:25:40.

Kathrine Switzer runs Boston Marathon in 1967
Running Time 4:26

In 1967, Switzer became the first woman to officially enter and run the Boston Marathon. She ended up finishing the marathon and making history.

Bill Rodgers recalls his experience winning the 1975 Boston Marathon
Running Time 1:24

Bill Rodgers speaks to the Boston Globe about his feelings winning the 1975 Boston Marathon.

Recap of the 2009 Boston Marathon
Running Time 1:05

The Associated Press recaps the 2009 Boston Marathon in photos.

Bill Rodgers Wins the 1975 Boston Marathon
Running Time 0:49

Bill Rodgers wins his first of four Boston Marathons.

The History of the Boston Marathon
Running Time 2:55

A historical summary of the Boston Marathon since 1899

Bill Rodgers Wins the 1978 Boston Marathon
Running Time 4:03

Bill Rodgers holds off Jeff Wells to win his second of four Bostons.

Thrilling Video of the 2012 Race
Running Time 3:06

A look back at the agony & ecstacy of the 2012 Boston Marathon

ABS News Coverage of the 2013 Boston Marathon Bombings
Running Time 11:22

ABS News special coverage on the bombings at the 2013 Boston Marathon

NBC Special Report on the 2013 Boston Bombings: One Year Later
Running Time 6:39

A special report from NBC News on the one-year anniversary of the 2013 Boston Bombings.

Runer Martin Kasindorf’s fascination with boston Marathon Glory and History
Running Time 26:15

It’s 26.2 miles in 26.2 minutes of video showing runner Martin Kasindorfs quest to qualify for the 2010 Boston Marathon. Original video unavailable.

Boston Marathon 1964
Running Time 26:19

The film was broadcast on WGBH, Boston’s groundbreaking PBS TV Station. Then it disappeared until recently.

Bobbi Gibb – First Woman running the Boston Marathon
Running Time 3:09

Bobbi Gibbs is making history for being the first woman running the Boston Marathon.

Bob Hall and the Boston Marathon
Running Time 1:30

In this short video, Hall discusses the history of rolling the Boston Marathon and the athletics of racing this event.

Get Inspired – #WeRunTogether
Running Time 1:00

Share your story with #WeRunTogether

1982 Boston Marathon Champ Alberto Salazar Offers Advice on Running Boston
Running Time 7:07

An Q & A with the former champ and renowned coach.

2012 Boston Marathon Shadow Run – Service Members
Running Time 1:28

In Afghanistan, service members took part in the 2012 Boston Marathon’s ‘Shadow Run’

Looking Back at a Finish Line Proposal
Running Time 1:18

The couple discuss how the race reflects their relationship, challenges, and adversity

2013 Boston Marathon: Marathon Strong
Running Time 2:28

Boston and John Hancock come together as one in the aftermath of the tragic Boston Marathon bombings to honor the victims, heal the city, and resolve to endure

Behind the Scenes of the Boston Marathon
Running Time 3:53

Take a behind the scenes look at the 2009 Boston Marathon

The Final 2008 Boston Finisher
Running Time 2:23

The very last finisher crosss the line at the 2008 Boston Marathon.

Maria Benway inspired to run the Boston Marathon
Running Time 2:53

Maria Benway is training for her first Boston Marathon and is raising money for her friend and colleague Roseann, who was injured during the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings

Boston Marathon bombing Survivors Provide Inspiration to Many
Running Time 2:14

Boston Marathon bombing survivors reunite and share their message to keep running