The first American woman to complete the World Marathon Challenge is running her 16th Boston Marathon
"This race offers an amazing day for our city of Boston to come together as one," says Becca Pizzi.
In our “Why I’m Running” series, Boston Marathon runners share what’s inspiring them to make the 26.2-mile trek from Hopkinton to Boston. If you’re running the marathon, you can share your #WhyImRunningBoston story here.
Name: Becca Pizzi
Age: 40
From: Belmont, Massachusetts
This upcoming Boston Marathon will be the 16th Boston Marathon that I have had the privilege to run. I am beyond excited as there is nothing that I would rather do on Patriots’ Day. I am looking forward to high fiving the spectators along the course, and listening for the Boston Red Sox updates as I run through Kenmore Square. I am always energized when I hear the cheers from the people who line the course. This race offers an amazing day for our city of Boston to come together as one.
I am currently the assistant coach to the John Hancock marathon team, where I support employees who are training to run the Marathon. I am always inspired as I witness their hard work and dedication while they train day after day through the winter.
Last, I always look forward to see the sign that my daughter Taylor makes for me the night before the race. It is so fun to take her to the expo before the race to provide her with the opportunity to meet runners from all over the world.
Editor’s note: Becca Pizzi was the first American woman to complete the World Marathon Challenge, a series of seven marathons on seven continents in seven consecutive days. Entry may have been lightly edited for clarity or grammar.
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