As you prepare to start this incredible race in the Olympic stadium, you can't help but feel engrossed in the history of this great race. With 10,000 plus runners and a very busy stadium full of cheering supporters, you can understand why this marathon has such a good name with runners. As a charity runner you are made to feel very welcomed and it is incredible to see the mix of nationalities that are all there keen to raise money and run a fast marathon time. As you get going out of the stadium, you are rewarded with huge cheers from the supporters and an Olympic style send off as you start the race. The route is very well supported as you head down to Vondelpark a beautiful area with people kayaking and eating picnics. You then run along the Amstel river with views of windmills and beautifully built stately homes and you cant help feeling very lucky to be part of this experience. It helps make all the fundraising you ave done feel very worthwhile. The support towards the end of the race grows and, as you run back into the Olympic Stadium, you suddenly understand what it is like to be a pro marathon runner as you are greeted by cheers and thundering applause.
This is one of the world's best marathons so make sure your potential achievement is rewarded. Aim for at least £1400 for this race. There are plenty of fundraising ideas around running in Amsterdam, check out the run for charity fundraising A to Z for some great ideas to help you reach your target.
The support on the day is fantastic; the local people are really friendly and can be very vocal when they want to be. It is surprising how many other nationalities will cheer you on and it's always nice when you get a big shout from someone who recognises the cause you are running for.
This is a fast flat marathon course so make the most of it, use a full marathon training plan and go for a fast time.
This race is very well organised, all of the information before the race is timely and informative. On the day, everything runs like clockwork with a great medal with this race and the goody bag is packed to the brim.
5 out of 5 stars
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