Ran this as part of Team Fox to fundraiser for the Michael J. Fox Foundation and Parkinson’s research. Had unseasonably warm temps in 2015-70s during race on a course with little shade. In addition I had a undiagnosed viral infection and was spiking a fever during the race.

But it’s Chicago and everything about this race is spot on from communication, the expo, the course, the volunteers...it is a must do race on a course that has few surprises.

And kudos during this year for the race providing runners with extra aide stations and ice at finish-the heat took a lot of people out and the marathon did a great job taking care of athletes.