they made a career out of their passion, I think that’s pretty cool for a very underpaid sport
2025-11-04 02:30:17
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Dcrib :
It’s kinda disrespectful to the elite runners bc what do you mean I have to wait to start a little longer to let influencers go ahead to take videos ??
2025-11-04 11:09:43
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Alexa Rae | Runner + Dietitian :
They could literally all raise so much money that could be put to amazing use
2025-11-04 00:55:51
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Alicia :
Yes! And everyone saying just to run for charity to get in… they don’t understand that I can’t ask my friends and family to donate money… they need the money to live! It is so out of touch!
2025-11-04 00:57:15
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frankiesicedcoffee :
It’s really annoying to me that influencers are invited to things that are already popular. The major marathons are already impossible to get into, it’s not like these are no name projects. They don’t need to influence anyone to run like it’s so frustrating
2025-11-04 18:34:08
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Chrissy :
I hate that they started before the pros??? Like what why? Honestly they should have fomo the energy from the waves was electric at the start line
2025-11-04 11:08:08
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Giovanna ✨💕 :
Disagree. These influencers made me want to sign up for a marathon and run for a charity.
2025-11-04 18:51:32
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Lyndsee🌻 :
I think it’s such a cool one in a lifetime experience, but you’re right… it’s the same people every year every marathon
2025-11-04 00:39:41
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Howdy :
They’re also doing multiple marathons a year so it’s not even like it’s a one and done smh
2025-11-04 12:46:26
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Natisha Shannon :
Hot Take: I’m low income and I don’t care about running a world major. There are a million other marathons. I’m not going into debt to run a race because it’s a major. I’ll never run for a charity and raise thousands of dollars while I can’t even afford to get a cyst cut out of my mouth.
2025-11-04 11:25:51
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Cbicks :
I had to raise $10,000 (did it for Parkinson’s and my father). The journey to get there and waiting was so draining. They just get a VIP bus and tent. Crazy that they just get it handed to them.
2025-11-04 11:24:46
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Christian | Mr. Worldwide 🌎 :
It’s so hard to get in 😭😭😭
2025-11-04 00:59:15
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Sammy Rid :
If you have an issue with it, it’s not the influencers fault, be mad at NYRR. ANYONE would take an opportunity like that.
2025-11-06 13:18:13
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Megan :
I’m here to support everyone but I’m not going to lie. I spent a year raising almost 5k for a charity that I feel really passionate about and then sat on a curb for almost 2 hours before running Chicago. I feel honored to have done that….having a personal bus, heated tent, available bathrooms and food! Idk it just doesn’t seem totally right to me
2025-11-04 12:47:54
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Maribel🐢 :
I know not all influences are bad but id like to see some real people be chosen for once. I personally have never been influenced by a well known influencer to run a race. im more motivated by the slower paced, older or those with disabilities still crossing the finish line. just my take 💓
2025-11-04 19:41:44
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alexsa ruiz :
As someone who was gifted a bib to represent a brand with under 3k followers, I agree. I really believe that creators should look for ways to give back, whether that’s supporting a charity, raising awareness, or hosting a community event before or after the race. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity, but I also understand why people feel like it’s starting to get a little out of hand.
2025-11-04 15:23:12
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Angela | Running & Momming :
YES. I get so irked that they just pick the same ppl over and over again!
2025-11-04 13:55:24
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CASEY BUIE :
Thank you, the same folks year after year after year.
2025-11-04 03:47:05
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RunningFearLessIntoLife :
I am with you on this!!!!!
2025-11-05 13:37:37
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Running with pink bows 🎀 :
I’m an influencer for the major brand. I did not run the New York City marathon. I was never gifted a bib with that being said I don’t believe influencers should’ve gone before elites. That’s just not cool. I’m OK with influencers being given bibs but they should be bringing awareness to RUNNING in a good light.
2025-11-04 20:53:54
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Renee | Lifestyle Blogger :
I agree with a few comments that said that they should be fundraising as well. Use all of those followers for good, even if they raised $1,000. Something. Also it’s the NYC marathon, it’s popular all on its own lol.
2025-11-05 03:38:43
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Elysedncrunner :
I couldn’t agree more
2025-11-04 00:37:53
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MassyRunsBaby :
Not going to lie it is very hard to run in the later waves because it’s a lot of people! Like we were packed back there! I just don’t have any words! Glad I got my experience.
2025-11-04 14:19:04
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Happy Lawyer ❌ :
I raised 3k and got nothing. I will not run another world major. Support smaller races
2025-11-05 06:38:30
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Maddie :
I’ve been working on running the majors for years and after NYC I agree and I’m kinda over the majors with 2 stars to go
2025-11-04 11:43:39
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