2023 Los Angeles Marathon Race Experience | 3 hour finish time

I ran the 2023 Los Angeles Marathon and finished in about 3 hours and 33 seconds according to the tracker. Placed me 136 overall out of almost 17,000 finishers.
It was a hilly course but the weather was good for running a marathon, mid 50s and cloudy. I am glad it was not 70 and sunny on this day.
This video shows from taking the shuttle in race video of cheering sections by mile and the post marathon food and activities.
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[@apdaniel3735]

Great job marathoner, usually there’s more people out cheering for the LA Marathon. I’m guessing the cold weather kept a lot of people in this year. 🎉🔥

[@donutwalkrun]

thanks!
I think you are right. There was decent support but the cloudiness and rain kept people away for sure

[@WestSideWally]

I signed up for this years' race 14 days ago and this video is greatly appreciated. I am 5 hours away from race time, so Thank you for this video. Gave me a bit of confidence and what to expect

[@donutwalkrun]

That’s awesome. 👏🏼 good luck

[@WestSideWally]

@@donutwalkrun 3:41 with no concept for anything to do during a marathon except this video. I’m locked in for next year and with a group having me prep for sub 3. Thanks again!

[@NikhilBhat-cc2fm]

Incredible timing, well done

[@donutwalkrun]

Thank you! I appreciate that

[@AkatsukiShadow]

Hell yeah, that was too easy for ya.
I hope I can do what you did to.

[@donutwalkrun]

I appreciate that. If I could then you definitely can as well

[@johanrolon6363]

Good time... élite time...

[@donutwalkrun]

Thank you very much!

[@bradonvega4965]

Best advice u can give for someone trying to get a sub 3 how should they start off with there pace

[@donutwalkrun]

I can only speak for myself. If this is not your first race and have had a consistent training plan for a couple of months, I would keep the pace constant throughout that would match the finish time you are shooting for. Some people like to go all out the first half but lose steam and get a big negative split. Personally I keep track of time and the course elevation and try to hit time markers based on the mile I am in

[@webbiescott]

25.91mi? Is the LA Marathon a little short?