What's the Secret to a Good Water Handoff at the N.Y.C. Marathon?
Briefly

The crucial first rule of transferring drinks to runners during marathons is to avoid stepping into the road; volunteers should remain calm and stay back.
Volunteers should keep a firm foot on the curb and let the runners come to them at fluid stations to prevent accidents and maintain safety.
At each fluid station, cups are organized in layers, and volunteers need to be quick and attentive to keep up with approximately 50,000 runners.
Mr. Laperuta advises making eye contact with the approaching runners to ensure smooth handoffs and recommends positioning the cups for easy grabs.
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