March 25, 2024

Jersey City Half & Marathon: In’s & Outs Of The Course

1 hour 5 minutes

The Jersey City Half Marathon and Marathon is a new race in the North Jersey area that so many people are doing this year! With it only being the second year that the race is being held in NJ, a lot of runners are not entirely sure what to expect from this race. So, in this episode, I have Dr. Jimmy Williams here to discuss everything you need to know to be prepared for the Jersey Half Marathon and Marathon this April!

Episode Outline
00:00
Introduction and Background

08:53
Race Expo and Swag

15:32
Logistics Before the Race

23:05
Fueling and Hydration

27:36
Finish Line and After Party

34:51
Course Overview

39:09
Spectator Recommendations

39:38
Spectating Tips for the Half Marathon

41:42
Race Strategy for the Half Marathon

46:15
Marathon Course Overview

53:25
Race Strategy for the Marathon

57:43
Exit Strategy and Connecting with Family and Friends

59:47
Advice for Beginner Runners

About Jimmy
Dr. Jimmy Williams is a physical therapist with a specialty in runners & endurance athletes. Jimmy has been a running & triathlon coach since 2015. This combination of a well tenured coach plus Doctor of Physical Therapy helps his clients reach their personal fitness goals whether they are currently dealing with injury or not. Jimmy is a native Florida Man who moved up to New Jersey to go to Rutgers University for his graduate degree and has been working at Finish Line Physical Therapy in Manhattan ever since. Feel free to follow him @runningjimmy_dpt on Instagram or shoot him a DM for coaching/physical therapy inquiries.

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