When I think really hard about when my love affair with running began, I'd have to say it began with witnessing the ING New York City Marathon first hand. At the time, the company I worked for sponsored the wheel chair division of the race so I had to accompany a photographer all 26.2 miles to follow these athletes. The race will always have a special place in my heart and I try to watch it every year. This year isn't any different. On Sunday, Nov. 6, I will watch the race. The only problem is I typically end up skipping church/losing four hours of my day. The folks at MapMyRun have the perfect solution. Check out their new New York Marathon Mobile Spectator app. Not only can I track the race, I can track Black Girls RUN! members that are racing! Win-win!
Are you a running fan? Watch the world's top runners in the world's largest marathon with the Official ING New York City Marathon Mobile Spectator App, presented by Subway and powered by MapMyRUN.
Features
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Watch live video of the men's and women's pro races, as well as NBC4 New York's live coverage*
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Track up to 10 runners simultaneously*
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Race coverage, news and up-to-the-minute information
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Video on demand: Race Week Live and The Daily Cool Down
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Extensive NYC guide from MyCityWay featuring popular restaurants, attractions and retail listings
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Special offers from marathon partners for NYC visitors and residents
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Interactive course map
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Let everyone know you're a fan – share via Twitter, Facebook and email within the App
*Requires the $2.99 premium version on iOS.
Whether fans are in NYC or across the globe they can use the App to catch all the action. Follow the leaders, track specific runners, and see all the excitement from the sidelines on any Android device with OS 2.3, or on any iPhone or iPad with iOS 4.1.