2018 Synchrony Financial Rock 'n' Roll Marathon & 1/2 Marathon Event Guide

EVENT GUIDE JUNE 2-3, 2018

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TRAIN LIKE AN ATHLETE.

RECOVER

LIKE A CHAMPION. Three-time IRONMAN World Champion, Mirinda “Rinny” Carfrae, knows titles and championships aren’t simply handed out . That’s why tough workouts are her full-time job, training up to 35 hours per week. With numerous course records, running is the backbone of Rinny’s multisport training schedule. Long runs are a time to reset, reflect and focus on goals. When it comes to recovery, Rinny has relied on chocolate milk since her teen years in Australia.

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WHY RINNY RECOVERS WITH

SODIUM + POTASSIUM LOST IN SWEAT

DAMAGED MUSCLES PROTEIN TO REBUILD

ELECTROLYTES TO REPLENISH

DRAINED GLYCOGEN CARBS TO REFUEL

After a tough workout, recover with the 3:1 carb to protein ratio in lowfat chocolate milk to get back out and conquer your next goal.

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ASHLEY DARCY

New Shoes. Trying them out along Miami Beach.

Oct 2

KRISTA STEC

Enjoy your run!

CHRIS DARCY

Honey! You missed our anniversary! Where are you?

Oct 2 Oct 3

ASHLEY DARCY

Oops. Sorry, bae! Still out running.

Oct 3

LUCIA GOYANES

Nice kicks Teresa. Excited for the party tonight?

KATLYN GLATZ

Call me Ash. You were supposed to take me to that concert.

ASHLEY DARCY

Still running. Passing through Chicago...

MELISSA NOCELLA

Wait. What? In Chicago? Let’s hang out.

MATT ZMUDA

Uhh, did you just post a photo from Nebraska?

ASHLEY DARCY

What did I miss? Couldn’t stop running. #hellocalifornia

Oct 16 Nov 3 Nov 27

Nov 27

Dec 10

Jan 1

EXPERIENCE

INFINITE ENERGY

Levitate with DNA Amp gives you the most energy return of leading performance running shoes, so that you can keep on running.

Purchase your pair at the Brooks Merchandise store in the Health & Fitness Expo or online at BrooksRunning.com.

WELCOME TO ROCK 'N' ROLL

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elcome to San Diego! At the beginning of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series in 1998, we set out to create the next great race in the world. By pure luck, we created a themed event, and by pure luck, the face of the sport has changed. The sport of running has never been more inclusive of everybody’s aspirations as it is today. In 2018, we’re stepping up our game to deliver a best-in-class race experience for runners around the world. Whether you’re a loyal fan, new to the family or looking for reasons to convince your friends to join you… trust us, you won’t want to miss running with us in 2018.

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hether you are running to lose weight, change your life, set a personal best, or raise massive amounts for charity, everyone is welcome on our roads. Thank you for being a part of the 21st running of this incredible event. Thank you to the City of San Diego, and all of its residents for the continued support, embracing road closures and waking up early to cheer on our runners. This is a race planned and produced by many hard working individuals who take great pride in every element of the participant experience. We hope you have the time of your life running through these cities and that you continue to make it a tradition with us for many years to come!

ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MARATHON SERIES TEAM SCHEDULE OF EVENTS HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO

SAN DIEGO CONVENTION CENTER HALL G & H Friday, June 1 11:00am-7:00pm Saturday, June 2 9:00am-5:00pm

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toyota.com/camry Prototype shown with options. Production model may vary. ©2017 Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

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From the urban jungle to the great outdoors, RAV4 Adventure Grade is ready for almost any expedition. With a rugged new look, available Dynamic Torque-Control AWD and up to 3500-lb. towing capacity,1 it’s easily the quickest way to adventure.

Prototype shown with options. 1 Never tow beyond a vehicle’s towing capacities. Always consult your Owner’s Manual. ©2017 Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.

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Saying I did it

is the reason I start with healthy.

What’s your reason for starting with healthy? Once you know it, nothing can stop you. Not even a race that’s 26.2 miles long. Congratulations to this year’s amazing group of Rock ’n’ Roll Marathon runners.

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On your marks.

Get set.

Go anywhere.

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Save Your Adrenaline For The Race BOOK THE VIP MARATHON PACKAGE From pre-race meals, to post-race ice bags and VIP access, the Westin VIP Marathon Package helps you get to the start line stress free. We also offer late checkout so you can relax after your big day.

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Supporting great causes: a commitment that’s as much a part of UPS as our brown trucks.

UPS is proud to support the San Diego Rock and Roll Marathon. ups.com © 2016 United Parcel Service of America, Inc. UPS, the UPS logo, and the color brown are trademarks of United Parcel Service of America, Inc. All rights reserved.

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RUN FOR THE BLING REMIX CHALLENGE MEDALS

LIMITED EDITION MEDALS

HEAVY MEDALS

ONE WEEKEND. TWO DAYS OF RUNNING.

COLLECT THESE COMBOS WHILE YOU CAN

THE MORE YOU ROCK, THE MORE YOU EARN

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OTHER CHARITIES

PARTICIPATING ACHILLES INTERNATIONAL JDRF AMERICAN CANCER JOHN WAYNE CANCER SOCIETY FOUNDATION BRIGHT PINK KELLSIE'S HOPE FOUNDATION CHRISTOPHER & DANA LEUKEMIA & REEVE FOUNDATION LYMPHOMA SOCIETY DEBRA OF AMERICA LUPUS FOUNDATION OF AMERICA EJ AUTISM FOUNDATION LYMPHOMA RESEARCH ENDURE TO CURE FOUNDATION PEDIATRIC CANCER FOUNDATION EVERY MARLEY'S MUTTS MOTHER COUNTS MULTIPLE MYELOMA RESEARCH FOUNDATION FOUNDATION FOR PRADER-WILLI RESEARCH MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA FOUNDATION FOR WOMEN WARRIORS NEPHCURE KIDNEY INTERNATIONAL GIRLVENTURES GIVE KIDS OPEN HANDS THE WORLD VILLAGE OVERFLOWING HEARTS HEIFER INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR AUTISM RESEARCH (OAR) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE CHARITIES AND MORE VISIT: CHARITY.RUNROCKNROLL.COM/EVENTS/SAN-DIEGO

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THANK YOU

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