The fact that "Léon: The Professional" doesn't have every award in the world is a sign that it is underrated. I'm not even ashamed to say that I cried during every scene.

But it is nice to know that you have other races lined up, because sometimes you can get so focused on your next marathon that it can become kind of unhealthy in some ways. So it's nice to have something else to slap you in the face and say, all right, there is life after the Olympics.

For most of the track world, the Olympic year is such a huge year, and it's a big year for us marathoners too.

I don't know how you keep the world record holder off your team.

I've always said that racing in New York is performing on the big stage.

I have my own unique road that has had many exciting ups and heart-breaking downs, but one thing I know is that my journey is not over and the best is yet to come.

I couldn't be more excited to return to the ING New York City Marathon.