I am excited to be part of Generation UCAN. I believe this product, its team and the company's vision will change the face of sports nutrition. Since I've been using Generation UCAN for my workouts, I've noticed improvements in both my performance and metabolic state. I recommend all runners try it to experience the benefits firsthand.

I think [my kids] are runners. They definitely have the background. I try to help them as much as I can.

Don't wait until you get hungry to eat. Eating throughout the day is best. And obviously sleep is important.

But I also realize that winning doesn't always mean getting first place; it means getting the best out of yourself.

Do the small things. If you are running a 10-12 minute mile take a mile off your plan for the day and use the 6 minutes before and after to stretch. A lot of the times we all want to go go go but it's important to stretch the calves and the hamstrings and nutritionally you know?

Every runner has a specific motivation and inspiration for running a marathon. This year, all 36,000 of us will 'run together' to demonstrate the spirit of the marathon. We will still have our individual motivations, but we will be unified under the Boston Strong umbrella.

Once you've committed yourself to something, pace yourself to the finish line.