Sports
Community and Knowledge Encourage Hopkinton Woman to Run Boston Marathon
Woelflein is raising money for the Friends of the Hopkinton Public Library and enjoys running on trails and through her neighborhood.
Why are running the Boston Marathon?
I am running the Boston Marathon to support the Hopkinton Public Library through the work of the "Friends of the Library".
What connection do you have to the Friends of the Library?
The library encourages a sense of community and knowledge that both the Friends of the Library and I value.
What running experience do you have, have you ever run the Boston
Marathon before?
This is my second marathon and my second time running Boston. I don't see myself running a marathon anywhere else! I've been running since I was 11 when I first ran a Fun Run in my town. I haven't really stopped since then!
What advice do you have for new runners?
Just take it one mile at a time. Even if you have to walk, go the distance you set out to go.
Where is your favorite place to run in the area?
I really like all the country roads around Hopkinton, but my favorite five mile route takes me through my neighborhood and cuts through a path in the woods to the Hopkin's School loop. It nice to incorporate trails into longer distance runs whenever possible because it keeps it interesting.
Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.