The Most Inspiring Photos From The 2016 Dubai Marathon

On Friday, people from all over the world descended upon Dubai to run the 2016 Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon. From the water bottles left in the streets in Jumeirah to the runners heading home with medals around their necks, these athletes made their presence known--and they (deservedly) documented every grueling mile on social media. If you've been a bit slow on your New Years fitness resolution, there's nothing like watching some of the fittest people on earth compete in a 26.2 mile race to convince you to head back to the gym. Check out some of the most inspiring shots from this years race, and get ready to lace up your sneakers!