The Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon does not follow a loop pattern, so you may find it extra helpful to visualize the route before participating. Here is a Google Earth-based fly-over that I created and recorded as a video (Google Earth not required):
Here are two more versions of the route:
- Printable PDF-based map fr0m the Rock ‘n’ Roll folks
- Animation (no longer available) produced by San Antonio Express-News
Researchers have repeatedly confirmed the power of visualization in sports performance. If you are going to participate in the San Antonio Marathon, then I hope that you will use any or all of these versions to help you to envisage a successful run, walk, or run and walk!
Do you use visualization for races? Please leave a comment here. Thanks!