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Welcome to the 2020 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Virtual Experience! This week thousands of runners will log miles and bring the spirit of the Chicago Marathon to life in their own communities. If you're thinking about signing up for the free experience, it's not too late. Learn more and select your distance at chicagomarathon.com/virtual-experience. Visit the Abbott Health & Fitness Virtual Expo Get the latest in running gear and technology at the Abbott Health & Fitness Virtual Expo! Open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. (Central Time) Monday, October 5 to Sunday, October 11. The live Virtual Expo experience allows visitors to interact with event sponsors and partners through video chat so you can ask questions and have all your running needs met. Visit chicagomarathon.com/virtualexpo to learn more. Tune in to the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Virtual Experience Programming The Abbott Health & Fitness Virtual Expo will also feature daily programming to educate, inspire and motivate everyone taking part in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Virtual Experience. Programming will debut daily at 11 a.m. (Central Time), starting today, and include appearances from Chicago Marathon champions, elite athletes and amateur runners. Programming will then be re-aired at 5 p.m. (Central Time) each day and will also be available on-demand in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon Virtual Experience Expo Booth. Visit chicagomarathon.com/virtualexpo to view the complete program schedule and explore the digital expo. Bank of America Chicago Marathon Virtual Experience App, Powered by TCS The Bank of America Chicago Marathon App, Powered by Tata Consultancy Services is the perfect resource to prepare for the 2020 Bank of America Chicago Marathon Virtual Experience. The free mobile app includes everything you'll need to be prepared for a great race week experience in your own community. The 2020 mobile app features virtual event information, race week leaderboard, virtual expo, interactive media, selfie frames, schedule of events and more! Download the app now on the App Store or Google Play. Tune into Bank of America's expert panel While this year's race looks a little different, we can still go the distance together. Stop by the virtual Bank of America booth from October 5th to 11th to view their expert panel discussion, with insights to help you through race weekend and beyond. Learn more below! Staying physically & mentally fit while social distancing An informative, intriguing discussion on ways to keep your mind and body in shape while adjusting to this "new normal". Featuring: Dr. Myron Rolle | Neurosurgeon and former NFL player Betina Gozo | Nike Master Trainer & health and wellness professional Taking the next step Beginning Friday, October 9, an additional panel featuring special guests will be available, offering tips and tricks to help guide your running journey, including training, recovery, and how to properly fuel the body. Strategies for strengthening your mental fortitude Running takes just as much mental fortitude as it does physical strength. But as the COVID-19 pandemic stretches on, many of us might be feeling like our brains need a boost. Check out four key strategies for building mental fortitude in stressful conditions, from experts at healthcare company Abbott, title sponsor of the Abbott World Marathon Majors. Are you running with one of these common injuries? If you're running with pain as you train for this year's virtual race, you might have one of these injuries. Find out more about some of the most common running injuries, what they feel like, and why they may occur. Consider also scheduling a free assessment with an Athletico endurance expert to help provide peace of mind and get your recovery process started before your injury worsens. Click here to learn more about common running injuries. If you experience any aches or pains as you train or after crossing your own finish line, schedule a free assessment with an Athletico endurance expert. Click here to request a free assessment in-clinic or virtually through their telehealth platform. Get the latest race news, motivational tips and inspiration by liking the Bank of America Chicago Marathon on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram @ChiMarathon Questions about the Bank of America Chicago Marathon? Contact us at office@chicagomarathon.com

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