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Des Linden

Des Linden returns to the Boston Marathon after her 2018 victory. This year, she’s coming off a 50K world record set in 2020, and has grit to spare.

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Save the date!

Des Linden runs the Boston Marathon on October 11.

Want to run like Des? Check out our Guru-led guide to Boston and more tips for race day.

Des boasts an impressive rap sheet including two Olympic teams, a 2018 Boston Marathon victory, and the women's 50K world record set in 2020, where she shattered the existing record by eight minutes - but breaking barriers is what Des does best.

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Des' go-to gear

Yes, you can dress like the pros. Here are a few of Des' favorite pieces for when the weather gets rough.

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Des Liden with dog

Lightning Round

What gets you out the door on tough days?

I think about my goals. The only way to get there is to put in the work - no excuses.

"The run is a chance to clear my mind, work through problems, be creative, think about everything or think about nothing. I need the run to get in the right head space for my day."

Get to know Des

Learn more about the Boston champion in this on-the-run conversation (0:30)

In her own words

Like dogs? Love music? Des' social media is filled with both, making us happy on a daily basis.

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Des Liden with dog cartoon

Des-inspired coloring pages for post-run R&R.

slow down sign
Need for speed

Celebrate Des’ speedy running with this coloring page.

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bottle of bourbon cartoon
Run Happy hour

Nothing like a post-run treat to motivate your miles. Print this page and pour yourself a drink.

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Illustration of Des Linden with speech bubble asking her dog “Time for a run, Boston?”
Meet Boston.

Yeah, Des’ dog is named Boston. That’s dedication. Any run is better with a four-legged friend. Especially when you’re training for a marathon.

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keep showing up sign
No umbrellas here

Commemorate Des’ spectacular (and soggy) 2018 Boston Marathon win with some bright colors.

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Want to find out which shoe propelled Des to victory in 2018?

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Boston Marathon 2018 winner shoe