Nothing about being a race spectator is easy. The credit usually goes to those on the course, but a lot has to be said for the friends, family and volunteers who get up at dark o’ thirty to stand around for hours. Here are some marathon race sign ideas to make that process a tad easier.
Thank you dear spectators.
They wait patiently.
They scan the runners for ages wondering where you are.
And they worry, they fret, they clap til their hands are raw.
They shout, they jump, they high five.
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Ok maybe I’m only describing the really great spectators, but the truth is those really wonderful spectators can give a great big boost to runners having a tough day, shooting for a PR or just out to enjoy the course.
Have someone coming out for the first time to cheer you on?
Help them enjoy the day more by getting involved in cheering! If they’re going to be out there for hours, I can guarantee it’s more fun as a group holding up signs and seeing the faces of passing runners.
Tips for Good Marathon Signs
A few things to remember as the slightly delirious runners are flying past you:
- It needs to be large and BOLD text so we can easily read it (yes, we are reading it!)
- Short and sweet works, like just a basic…
