Boston Marathon

The Boston Marathon: More Than A Race

Below is a video I was asked to create for the Boston Athletic Association.  After living in Boston for 4 years, you quickly realize that the Boston Marathon is so much more than a race.  

In 2015, The Boston Marathon brought together 30,000 Runners, 1 Million Spectators and 10,000 volunteers from over 100 Countries around the world. Additionally, over $15 million was raised for charity.  

Below is the video added to the Boston Marathon's Facebook Page

The Boston Marathon is one of the most prestigious and historic marathons in the world. Held annually on Patriots' Day, which is the third Monday in April, the Boston Marathon is a 26.2-mile race that begins in the town of Hopkinton, Massachusetts, and finishes in Boston's Copley Square.

The Boston Marathon was first run in 1897 and has been held every year since, making it the oldest annual marathon in the world. The marathon is organized by the Boston Athletic Association (BAA), which was founded in 1887 and is the oldest athletic organization in the United States.

The Boston Marathon is known for its challenging course, which includes several hills, including the infamous Heartbreak Hill, which is located near the end of the course. Despite the difficulty of the course, the Boston Marathon is also known for its fast times, as many elite runners compete in the race each year.

In addition to its challenging course and fast times, the Boston Marathon is also known for its significant history. Below are some of the key moments and events that have helped to make the Boston Marathon one of the most prestigious and beloved races in the world:

  1. The first Boston Marathon was run in 1897, with 15 runners participating. The winner of the first race was John J. McDermott, who finished in a time of 2:55:10.

  2. In 1901, the Boston Marathon became the first marathon to have a woman officially enter and run the race. Her name was Kathrine Switzer, and she entered the race using the name K.V. Switzer. At the time, women were not allowed to officially enter or run the Boston Marathon, but Switzer managed to register for the race by using her initials instead of her first name. During the race, an official tried to physically remove Switzer from the course, but she managed to continue running and finished the race in 4:20:02. Switzer's determination and courage helped to pave the way for women's participation in marathons and other long-distance races.

  3. In 1967, the Boston Marathon became the first major marathon to allow women to officially enter and run the race. The decision to allow women to run the race was influenced by the efforts of Kathrine Switzer, who had become a prominent advocate for women's running. The first woman to officially run the Boston Marathon was Bobbi Gibb, who finished the race in 3:21:40.

  4. The Boston Marathon was the site of a tragic event in 2013, when two bombs were detonated near the finish line, killing three people and injuring hundreds more. The bombing sent shockwaves through the running community and the world at large. The following year, the Boston Marathon was run with even more passion and determination than ever before, with many runners participating to honor the victims of the bombing and show their support for the city of Boston. I documented the 2014 Boston Marathon in the video below, called “Run, Boston, Run.”

5. In 2018, Desiree Linden became the first American woman to win the Boston Marathon in 33 years, with a time of 2:39:54. Linden's victory was particularly meaningful, as it came during a year when the race was held under difficult conditions, including cold temperatures and rain.

Overall, the Boston Marathon is a race with a rich and storied history, and it continues to inspire and motivate runners from all over the world to push themselves to their limits and achieve their goals. Whether you're a serious runner or just a fan of the sport, the Boston Marathon is a race that should not be missed.

The City of Boston & the Boston Marathon

A few clips of Boston & The Boston Marathon that I have taken over the past 3 years. 

The video shown here is a glimpse into the passion that the city carries and the support the community has for every runner during the Boston Marathon, no matter their shape, ability, size, background or belief.

In 2015, 26,598 runners representing 87 countries across the globe crossed the finish line. The more important statistic is that participants running on behalf of the Boston Athletic Association’s official charities raised $15.63 million dollars.

I'll be raising money for the Museum of Science Traveling Programs. The Traveling Programs serve over 100,000 students annually in New England area and help students experience the excitement and learnings of the Museum of Science's education programs, even if they can't make it to the museum. Funds that our marathon team raises will provide scholarships to schools and libraries that do not have the means to pay for field trips to the museum. These programs help engage and inspire students to learn more and stay in school.


Penshire Media Demo Reel

Images from various Penshire Media Projects. 

Cameras used in the video are: GoPro Hero 3+, Cannon 5d Mark III, Cannon T4i, DJI Inspire Pro 1 with Zenmuse X5.

Shots are from a variety of events, including: Jackson Hole and Big Sky Skiing, Boston Marathon, Chicago Ideas & Mindfuel Wellness, Chicago Blackhawks NHL Stanley Cup Final, Boston Bruins Playoffs, Boston Celtics & Red Sox Games, along with many images from the New England area.

Audio track is "Run Boy Run" by Woodkid.

Run Boston Run

The people and the city of Boston have been such an inspiration the past year. Here are a few clips of the 2014 Boston Marathon and the days leading up to the marathon. All footage was shot with a Cannon t4i. Congrats to all of the finishers!  

Check out a write up that was posted on Boston.com about the video.

If you liked the video - check out the Sprint Remix (30 second edit).

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