News: Philadelphia Distance Run
PHILADELPHIA, – The Philadelphia Distance Run is set to celebrate its 30th anniversary with 15,000 runners and walkers on Sunday, September 16, 2007.
Stocked with an interesting modern-and-historic mix of rock and roll bands alongside some of America’s most historically significant sights, the Philadelphia Distance Run brands itself as the country’s “premier half marathon” for the past quarter century.
Thank you to everyone who joined the festivities on a picture perfect morning for the 31st annual running of the ING Philadelphia Distance Run.
Named “Best Chance for a Personal Record” by Runner’s World Magazine, the race continues its reputation as a world-class race venue, while increasing its entertainment along the course.
The 2007 official charity training programs include The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Team in Training and The Children’s Tumor Foundation’s NF Marathon Team.
OAR’s goals for 2008 are to have 1,000 marathon runners and raise more than $1,000,000.
Throughout the course, runners and walkers are treated to numerous scenic city views, especially on the route alongside the Schuylkill River and serene Fairburn Park.
Yirefu Birhanu of Ethiopia and Lillya Shobukhove of Russia registered victories in competitive fashion as each athlete completed the race with a powerful sprint to the finish line.
By joining the RUN FOR AUTISM Team, you are choosing to be a part of a group of committed individuals dedicated to participating in events to raise funds for autism research.
It was a little warm, but Deena Kastor set a new American Record and the Rebels were just minutes behind.
The Rebels carpooled from Jack’s place to Philadelphia for the Sept. 18 half marathon in Philly.
OAR welcomes you to join OAR’s RUN FOR AUTISM — ING Phileadelphia Distance Run team.
Saturn would like to celebrate your dedication with an opportunity to win a fuel-efficient Saturn of your choice and other great prizes.
Nationally, the event will be broadcast on FSN the weekend of Oct. 4th and 5th.
OAR has no minimum fundraising requirement.
Tuckin is determined to get a PR!
Celebrating 10 years as the originator of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon, Elite Racing, Inc. is a sports marketing and management company and leading producer of world-class road racing events for runners and walkers throughout the United States.
Started in 1978, the Philadelphia Distance Run is one of America’s most scenic and historic half-marathons, playing host to many of the world’s greatest distance runners.
The race is largely fast and flat with few hills to speak of – participants will experience very little changes in elevation, as the course starts at 35 feet above sea level and rises to its highest point at 55 feet.
In exchange for the training assistance, racers are asked to raise a predetermined amount of money to support the charitable organization.
