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TABLE OF CONTENTS
2019 Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon JUSTIN TURNER & ALBERT PUJOLS
WELCOME TO ALL A few words from some of the people who make race day a success 8, 10, 12
Kicking-off the Skechers Performance LA Marathon 46
CONQUR RECOGNITION
CONQUR YOUTH INITIATIVES
The team members whose efforts have produced the 2019 race 14
Inviting the whole Family to take part in the Fun 50
OUR PARTNERS
LANDMARK SIGHTS TO SEE
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HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO
HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO
Mix and mingle with fellow runners and spectators 18
LA BIG 5K
Conqur Endurance Group 30-31
START LINE
STADIUM TO THE SEA
Information to get you started 21
Scenic run distinguishes LA from the running world 32
COURSE MAP ‘Stadium to the Sea’ route 22-23
Information about the final destination 24
TRANSPORTATION AND SECURITY Tips to get around safely 26-27
Checking it out mile by mile 28-29
WHO WE ARE
Kicking off race weekend 20
FINISH LINE
SPECTATORS GUIDE
PASADENA HALF MARATHON & 5K AT THE ROSE BOWL 33
TRIPLE RACE CHALLENGES Conqur LA Challenge and Triple 5K Tour of LA are a reverie for runners 34
SANTA MONICA CLASSIC 5K, 10K + KIDS RACE 35
RECOVERY AFTER THE RUN Keck Medicine of USC shares tips for runners 38
LA ROAD RUNNERS Finishing the marathon is just part of the deal 40
SMARTPHONE APP Important race tool to train smarter and reach goals 41
THE LORE OF THE LEGACY RUNNERS
Dedicated people determined to keep their streaks alive 42
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT It takes a village to put on the Skechers Performance LA Marathon 60
TRACKING TIMES 62
ALL FOR THE CAUSE
A wide array of charities team up with the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon 64
THE CHARITY CHALLENGE 65
BY THE NUMBERS
Did you know 543,034 runners have finished the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon since 1986? 66
ABOUT THIS PUBLICATION
This Official Race Program has been created as a partnership between the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon and the Santa Monica Daily Press. It was produced to give runners and spectators of this historic event an opportunity to learn more about the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. It speaks to all aspects of the race: competition, charity, the course and the diverse communities that it serves.
CELEBRATING 10 YEARS | STADIUM TO THE SEA COURSE
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March 24, 2019 Dear Friends, On behalf of the City of Los Angeles, welcome to the 34th Annual Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. Today, about 24,000 runners from all 50 states and more than 70 countries will experience the one-of-a-kind Stadium to Sea course, beginning at Dodger Stadium and moving west to the Santa Monica Pier. The route takes athletes through some of our most iconic neighborhoods and past many of L.A.’s most incredible sights. Congratulations to this year’s athletes, and everyone who works so hard to make this event possible. I am especially grateful to Skechers Performance — back again as title partner — and all of the other partners who make this a world-class marathon. Best wishes for a fun and successful race.
Sincerely,
ERIC GARCETTI Mayor
ERIC GARCETTI
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Dear Runners, Supporters and Fans: Welcome to the 2019 Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon! Now in our fourth year as title sponsor, we are proud to host more than 24,000 runners from all 50 states and more than 63 countries from around the world, who will join us in bringing this monumental event to life. As a global brand based in Los Angeles, we love sharing our amazing community with each and every one of you. As we all share in the excitement of the approaching race day on Sunday, March 24, please take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey that brought you here. Every story is unique—from first-time marathoners, to half marathoners/charity runners, seasoned racers, and elite athletes. We commend you for choosing to participate in the 2019 Skechers Performance™ Los Angeles Marathon®. The hours. The miles. The training. The sacrifices. We recognize the dedication and perseverance that led to your racing the “Stadium to the Sea” course. And every runner needs a support team—so we graciously thank the friends and families who will be cheering along the course and the many volunteers giving their time and energy to make this event a huge success. As it weaves through iconic landmarks and neighborhoods, the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon is also a celebration of our community—one that wouldn’t be possible without our city officials whose pledge to this great city of Los Angeles has helped the marathon thrive for over 30 years. Enjoy your race and feel proud of this achievement! Whether you’re here for the pure love of running, camaraderie, to set a new personal record, or to raise money for an incredible cause, we look forward to seeing each of you at the finish line in Santa Monica, and presenting you with a much-deserved finisher medal. Kind regards,
MICHAEL GREENBERG President, Skechers USA, Inc. MICHAEL GREENBERG
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Dear Friends: On behalf of Conqur Endurance Group and our partners, it gives me great pleasure to welcome you to Marathon Week and the 34th Edition of the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. The week’s festivities kick off at Dodger Stadium on Sunday, March 17th when more than 6,000 students will take on their final mile to complete a marathon over an 8-week period as part of the LAUSD Beyond the Bell running program. It is wonderful to see the kids celebrate fitness and running in this world-class setting. On Friday, March 22 and Saturday, March 23, the LA Convention Center welcomes more than 45,000 athletes and supporters to the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon Health and Fitness Expo. Some of the leading brands in the world will feature their latest products and services including title sponsor Skechers Performance, BIG 5 Sporting Goods, Hyundai, Muscle Milk and CLIF Bar. On Saturday the 23rd, Dodger Stadium will be ready for some 4,000 athletes who will participate in the LA Big 5K and the LA 1/2K Kids Run. The 5K marks the third and final stage of the Triple 5K Tour of LA, comprised of the Santa Monica Classic 5K, the Pasadena 5K at the Rose Bowl and the LA Big 5K. Hundreds of runners will proudly receive their Triple 5K Tour of LA bonus medal as they complete the LA Big 5K. Overnight, Dodger Stadium will be transformed to welcome more than 24,000 athletes who will toe the line to run the iconic Stadium to the Sea course. For those who love to earn the bling, there are no less than 4 medals up for grabs at the Marathon’s Finish Line: - Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon finisher medal; - Conqur LA Challenge medal for participating in the Santa Monica Classic, the Pasadena Half Marathon at the Rose Bowl and the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon; - LA Double Play medal for completing the LA Big 5K and the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon; - and the very bold – and gold – LA Loyal medal replicating the inaugural 1986 Los Angeles Marathon medal for those completing 10 or more consecutive Marathons with us. We’re proud to partner with 70 nonprofit organizations at this year’s Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. Over the years, our charity program partners have raised more than $50 million for important environmental, educational, civic and health related causes. We sincerely appreciate the support from our partner cities in Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Santa Monica, without whose partnership and collaboration the marathon could not take place. The same is true of our 5,000 enthusiastic and loyal volunteers whose efforts are invaluable and paramount to producing a marathon of this scale. We are grateful to each and every volunteer and encourage our participants to thank one or a few throughout the weekend. On behalf of our amazing partners and incredible staff, I wish everyone the best of luck and congratulate you on your tremendous achievements. Sincerely,
TRACEY RUSSELL Chief Executive Officer
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CONQUR RECOGNITION The team members whose efforts have produced the 2019 race include: CONQUR ENDURANCE GROUP
SUPPORT TEAM
Tracey Russell,
Howard Sunkin, The Sunkin Group,
Chief Executive Officer
Government Relationships
Murphy Reinschreiber,
Tim Bradley,
Chief Operating Officer
Volunteer Coordinator
Steven Powell,
Keith Brinker,
Chief Commercial Officer
Designer
Stacy Embretson,
Randy Garcia,
Senior Director of Operations
Community Relations Assistant
Claudia Gliga,
Carmen Santiago,
Senior Accountant
Operations Assistant
John Duke,
Ryan Cavinder,
Partnerships
Signage
John Palmer,
Milad Zarandi ,
Broadcast
Transportation and Logistics Coordinator
Nate Szwerdszarf,
Tony Lanni,
Senior Manager Marketing
Senior Producer– Broadcasting
Carleigh Moore,
Bruce Treut,
Manager Commercial Relationships & Marketing
Director– Broadcasting
Melissa Christian,
Gary Critchlow,
Manager, Non-Profit and Community Partnerships
Coordinating Producer– Broadcasting
Joe Castellaneta,
Mark Minichiello,
Manager of Operations & Expo
LA Road Runners Coordinator
Jenna Crawford,
Maria Miller,
Marketing Coordinator
LA Road Runners Coordinator
Alexandra Bristol,
Julio Garcia,
Business Development Coordinator
LA BIG 5K Event Producer
Katie Ramirez,
Matt Turnbull,
Finance
Elite Athlete Coordinator
Alex Barboza,
Karen Kalan,
Events Intern
Professional Athlete Hospitality Coordinator
Eleanor Harte,
Laura & Jairo Rivera,
Marketing Intern
Wheelchair Coordinators
Jessica Pena,
Media relations are handled by PMK BNC (310) 289-6200
Business Development Intern
Conqur Endurance Group’s offices are located at 871 Figueroa Terrace, Los Angeles, CA 90012, Telephone: (213) 542-3000; email: info@goconqur.com; Web site: www.goconqur.com
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HEALTH & FITNESS EXPO LOS ANGELES CONVENTION CENTER, WEST HALL A 1201 S. Figueroa St., Los Angeles, CA 90015
FRIDAY, MARCH 22 10 A.M. — 7 P.M.
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he Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon Health & Fitness Expo hosts over 120 exhibitors featuring brand-new designs in running gear and shoes, as well as the latest developments in sports, fitness, and nutrition. In addition, the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon Health & Fitness Expo is the home of Participant Packet Pick-Up for all marathon and LA BIG 5K runners. The two-day Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon Health & Fitness Expo is free and open to the public.
EXHIBITORS
Active Pacific AIR RELAX Amp Human Angel City Pitbulls Anita ASICS ATP Science BFF Pro: Electric Foam Roller BIG 5 Sporting Goods Calmoseptine, Inc. Campus Quilt Company Chris Balog (Big Sur Marathon) CLIF Bar Closet & Etc. Club Pilates DoctorInsole Dumbo Egg Whites International Evolution Physial Therapy FinisherPix
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Fitletic Fleet Feet Flipbelt Fond Memories Graphics Garmin GEICO Goodwill Harmless Harvest Herbalife 24 Triathlon Hippie Runner Hoka One One HoneyStinger Hyundai Infinite Aloe IV Head Jolyn Justin Turner Foundation Kaleo Marketing Keck Medicine of USC Kool N Fit KT Tape Lasik Vision Institute LeafFilter North LLC Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation Marathon Tours Marina Kreatsoulas (Tough Mudder) Marro Products.Com Maui Marathon Medi-Dyne Metro Modo Yoga MuscleAid Tape Myobuddy Massager NATHAN NormaTec
Nutrex Hawaii Nuun OC Marathon On Running Inc. Orgain Polar PRO Compression Pujols Family Foundation Qunol RaceDots Real Time Pain Relief RideYellow Riverside County Sheriff’s Dept. RumbleRoller Run to Remember Los Angeles Running Universal Skechers Performance Skin Slick Special Olympics Southern California SRLA St. Jude Research Children’s Hospital Tailwind Nutrition Team World Vision Team World Vision The We Company TheraGun T-Mobile Train 4 Autism Uforia Science USA Endurance Events USA Sport Wambas
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Shared Mobility Devices are not allowed on the race route, reunion area and within road closure areas. Please drop your device where indicated on the map.
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Running the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon is the pinnacle achievement for elite athletes and everyday runners alike. On race day, runners will set out to accomplish a personal goal by crossing the finish line beachside in Santa Monica! Visit santamonica.gov/marathon for local updates. For your complete race day guide, visit www.lamarathon.com
Reunion Area
The Santa Monica Police Department will set up a Reunion Area at the finish line, which visitors can enter after passing through security. The Reunion Area will be on Ocean Ave. stretching from Santa Monica Blvd. to Colorado Ave. Entry points will be at Broadway and Colorado Ave.
Metro Expo Line
Beat traffic and ride the Metro Expo Line in and out of Santa Monica. Riders are encouraged to preload TAP cards with roundtrip fare of $3.50 in stored value to make your trip that much faster. On race day, Metro will run enhanced weekend service on the Expo Line.
Real–Time Parking App Find available parking in structures and beach lots at smgov.net/parking
Metro Parking
While there is limited parking at the Metro lot on Metro Expo Line 17th St/SMC Station, you can also park at Expo/Bundy and Expo/Sepulveda Station and hop on the Expo Line. Once you park, conveniently pay at the on-site kiosk or on the Metro Parking app (available on Google or the App Store). Find out more at metro.net/parking.
Hub
To make taking transit to and from Santa Monica easier on race day, Big Blue Bus (BBB) and Metro will offer all bus transit service from a single Bus Hub at the Metro Expo Line 17th St/SMC Station. All BBB service that operates in Santa Monica on Sundays will stop here. See map on reverse for more details.
Santa Monica is the Finish Line Santa Monica Info santamonica.gov/marathon Los Angeles Marathon Info LAMarathon.com 213.542.3000 More Marathon Updates @ SantaMonicaCity @ LAMarathon @ CityofSantaMonica @ CityofSantaMonica
Getting To and From The Bus Hub To Downtown Santa Monica Catch the free Route 18 from the Bus Hub to Downtown Santa Monica. Buses will drop you off as far west as Lincoln Blvd. To the Bus Hub Catch the free Route 18 on Lincoln Blvd. between Montana Ave. and Santa Monica Blvd. to the Bus Hub. Marathon Runners Ride BBB for free with your race bib. Visit bigbluebus.com/marathon for more details.
Biking and Shared Mobility Devices There will be THREE bike valets on race day:
Closest to the finish line Washington Ave. at 2nd St. from 8AM–3:30PM, free Access via Washington Ave. or 2nd St. Downtown The Bike Center on Colorado Ave. at 2nd St. from 8AM–8PM, first 2 hours free, $1 per hour after Access via Broadway, Colorado Ave., Main St. or 2nd St. Main Street The Main Street Farmers Market at 2640 Main St. from 8:30AM–2PM, free Access via Main St. or Ocean Park Blvd. Note Bikes are not allowed anywhere on the race route, reunion area or at the intersection of Ocean Ave. at Colorado Ave. Bikes (but not cars) are allowed on Main St. between Pico Blvd. and Colorado Ave. Note Shared Mobility Devices are not allowed anywhere on the race route, reunion area and within road closure areas. There are seven designated shared mobility drop zones at the intersections of Washington Ave., California Ave., Wilshire Blvd., Arizona Ave., Santa Monica Blvd., and Broadway at 2nd St. Explore Breeze Bike Share at BreezeBikeShare.com to use the City’s bikes, located at 80 convenient stations.
For more information on fun activities in Santa Monica, visit SANTAMONICA.GOV
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WATCHING THE PACK
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A spectator’s guide to this year’s Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon
Start Line
It’s an early morning party as 24,000 athletes converge at Dodger Stadium. Live music and cheer zones help kick off the 10th anniversary of the Stadium to Sea route.
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SPONSORED BY DUMBO – THE MOVIE The Koshin Taiko Drummers inspire participants to conquer the most challenging hill on the Stadium to the Sea course. A great spectacle!
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Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. Transforming medical education through research and community service.
ANGEL CITY BREWERY
At Hollywood Blvd. & Orange, take to the Hollywood Walk of Fame and cheer on runners with Angel
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City Brewery, the Official Craft Beer Partner of the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. Craft beer available at the Finish Festival.
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Presented by Big 5 Sporting Goods, runners will find volunteers decked out in Big 5 ball caps at this water station. Purchase pre-race and all your athletic supplies from one of Southern California’s most iconic sporting good stores.
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Conqur celebrates a new TV show that debuts on CBS on March 27th with the “Million Dollar Mile” hosted by Tim Tebow.
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CHARITY CHALLENGE START
Race excitement takes on an added dimension as more than 1,100 athletes representing official marathon charities run for a cause.
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Presented by Sweetgreen. Enjoy a delicious and healthy meal at your local Sweetgreen location and download their app today.
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16 CORONA CHEER ZONE AT BURTON & FOOTHILL Enjoy music and meet brand ambassadors from Corona, the official Import Beer of the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. Cheer on runners with a Corona Premier, just 90 calories and 2.6g of carbs
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Support your runner RUNNER TRACKING
Keep track of your runner via the official race app. Participants can tap into Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon social channels, talk to other runners or post from the course. Find more information about the app at lamarathon.com/event-info/smartphone-app.
APPROXIMATE RUNNNER CROSSINGS To the right is a chart of approximate times runners will be crossing each mile.
Proud to provide fuel for an adventurous community of athletes, the CLIF Bar team helps runners complete the last seven miles of the race.
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With only five miles to go, the LA Road Runners, official training program of the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon, provide athlete support at the crucial home stretch.
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Conqur partners with LADWP to eliminate water bottles at two aid stations on the course. 20 water Monsters will dispense water to runners for a refreshing and sustainable race experience.
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Get loud at the cheer zone with DJ’s and fun giveaways, Presented by Hyundai, the Official Vehicle of the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon.
Finish Line OCEAN AVE. & CALIFORNIA
Congratulations! Runners make their way to the finish line in Santa Monica, greeted with the smell of victory and fresh ocean air.
Finish Festival Open to all runners and spectators. Enjoy the official beer garden and check out photo opportunities. Located at the corner of Santa Monica and 2nd Ave.
LOCATION (CITY) LEAD WOMEN Dodger Stadium near Lot G (LA) 6:45 a.m. Sunset Blvd., just north of Marion Ave. (LA) 6:50 a.m. Broadway, just north of Sunset Blvd. (LA) 6:56 a.m. Main Street, between Temple & 1st Streets (LA) 7:01 a.m. 1st Street, just north of Spring Street (LA) 7:07 a.m. Temple Street & Victor Street (LA) 7:12 a.m. Glendale Blvd., just before Santa Ynez St. (LA) 7:18 a.m. Sunset Blvd., just before Silver Lake Blvd. (LA) 7:23 a.m. Sunset Blvd. between Myra & Bates Aves. (LA) 7:29 a.m. Hollywood Blvd. & Edgemont Street (LA) 7:34 a.m. Hollywood Blvd. & Wilton Place (LA) 7:40 a.m. Hollywood Blvd. & Wilcox Ave. (LA) 7:45 a.m. Sunset Blvd. & LaBrea Ave. (LA) 7:51 a.m. Sunset Blvd., just west of Fairfax Ave. (LA) 7:56 a.m. Sunset Blvd., just past Alta Loma Road (LA/WH) 8:02 a.m. Santa Monica Blvd., west of Robertson Blvd. (WH) 8:07 a.m. Burton Way, past Oakhurst Drive (WH/LA/BH) 8:13 a.m. Rodeo Drive & Dayton Way (BH) 8:18 a.m. Santa Monica Blvd & Century Park East (BH/LA) 8:24 a.m. Santa Monica Blvd., past Westholme Ave. (LA) 8:29 a.m. Sepulveda Blvd., north of Santa Monica Blvd. (LA) 8:35 a.m. Dowlen Drive before Bonsall Ave. (VA) 8:40 a.m. San Vicente Blvd., near Montana Ave. (LA) 8:46 a.m. San Vicente Blvd., past Bristol Ave. (LA) 8:51 a.m. San Vicente Blvd. & 18th Street (SM) 8:57 a.m. San Vicente Blvd., between 7th & 4th Streets (SM) 9:02 a.m. Ocean Ave., past Idaho Avenue (SM) 9:08 a.m. Ocean Ave. & California Ave. (SM) 9:32 a.m.
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STADIUM TO THE SEA SCENIC RUN DISTINGUISHES LA FROM THE RUNNING WORLD 10th Anniversary of the Stadium to the Sea Course
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hen Frank McCourt acquired the operating rights to the Marathon in 2008, his vision was for a race course that would start at the iconic Dodger Stadium and end with a runner’s feet planted proudly in beach sand.
“THE COURSE TELLS THE STORY OF LOS ANGELES LIKE NO OTHER CIVIC EVENT CAN.” That vision became reality in 2010 when the the Stadium to the Sea Course came to fruition, starting at Dodger Stadium, traversing through Downtown Los Angeles, West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and finishing steps away from the beach in Santa Monica, instantly changing the trajectory of the Marathon. The course tells the story of Los Angeles as no other civic event can-- Los Angeles itself is a large, sprawling, diverse landscape connected by freeways and transit, punctuated by culture. The course highlights the city and its inhabitants by being the perfect tour
of Greater Los Angeles: The race begins at iconic Dodger Stadium and dips to Downtown’s colorful Chinatown Dragon Gates and vibrant Olvera Street. It then twists through the hipster commune of Silverlake, dashes through Hollywood’s landmarks and breezes through Beverly Hills. The tour-of-sorts comes to close with runners finishing the race along Santa Monica’s spectacular beachfront. “One of the most unique aspects about the Los Angeles Marathon is its ‘Stadium to the Sea’ course,” Kathryn S. Schloessman, President of Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission said. “Runners enjoy a true taste of L.A. … With spectacular weather and tremendous crowd support, participants feel like Hollywood celebrities.” As the reputation of the course grows, it is becoming a must-do, bucket-list marathon for local, national and international runners. “It’s a striking visual and auditory experience for anyone,” said Conqur’s Senior Director of Operations, Stacy Embretson. “The crowds cheering you on while you’re running and you’re taking it all in — historic landmarks, shifting neighborhoods — there are so many things to see. New York, Chicago and Boston are great marathons, no doubt, but there’s nothing in the world like running
through these recognizable parts of the city that embody LA and making that final turn on Ocean Avenue, seeing
“WITH SPECTACULAR WEATHER AND TREMENDOUS CROWD SUPPORT, PARTICIPANTS FEEL LIKE HOLLYWOOD CELEBRITIES.”
the Pier and finish line in the distance.” Whether an LA native, LA newbie or a tourist in town to see the marathon, you should consider participating next year. With wonderful weather, historic sights and a taste of what makes LA great, why wouldn’t you run this thing? The Stadium to the Sea course is the perfect run for an unforgettable experience with no red lights.
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rossing the finish line of a race is a rush of endorphins like no other-- It’s one of the reasons people keep doing this thing. Sure, you get the self-high five of “Hey, I finished a race!”, but getting a sweet shiny medal is pretty cool, too. A medal symbolizes all the blood, sweat, and tears it took for you to put one foot in front of the other and finish punishing your body just for the hell of it. If you’re a fan of the runner’s high experience (and filling that trophy room with some shimmering new medals) , Conqur has a few races for you.
CONQUR ENDURANCE GROUP OFFERS THE CONQUR LA CHALLENGE AND THE TRIPLE 5K TOUR OF LA
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he Triple 5K Tour LA is comprised of the Santa Monica Classic 5K, the Pasadena 5K at the Rose Bowl, and the LA BIG 5K at Dodger Stadium. A nice little trek of LA in an experience fit for any level of runner. The Conqur LA Challenge sees runners starting with a 5k or 10k at the Santa
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Monica Classic, raises the bar at the Pasadena Half Marathon, and culminates in 26.2 miles at the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. A fun series of runs, meant for the wily veteran looking to push their endurance. Whatever your experience may be, all runners will receive a medal after each race AND a bonus medal at the finish line of the third race, whether that’s the LA BIG 5K or the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. So, why not try something
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A DOCTOR’S ADVICE FOR RACE DAY WELLNESS
hether this is your first marathon or your 50th, getting to the starting and finish lines in one piece is important for everybody, including us at Conqur! While prepping for the big run can be done alone, we at Conqur can and want to help you successfully traverse the Stadium to the Sea course and arrive at that Finish Line with a big (exasperated) smile. Are you maybe worried about sweet sustenance during the race? Along the course there are 22 aid stations with water and Gatorade Endurance Formula available. CLIF SHOT® Energy Gels will be available at miles 12 and 19. Freaked out about getting a brutal cramp? Should you encounter any issues, Medical Stations will be located at all even miles beginning at Mile 6. During a marathon, it’s always good advice to take care of those little, kinda scary things before they become bigger things that might prevent you from finishing. So, to give you a few pointers for all-around marathon advice, we reached out to Dr. Alex Weber, an orthopaedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine at Keck Medicine of USC:
Race Advice STICK TO ROUTINE “One of the big things is keeping your routine. Most marathon runners — even first-timers — have done long runs and know what their body needs. 38
Stick with your routine. Not every athlete is the same. Some runners may need massive carb-loading the night before, some may need high-protein the night before. Both these work for certain people but do what you do for marathon and long-distance practice and apply that to the actual marathon.”
your splits and pace when training and stick with that game plan on the day of. Don’t wing it. Have an idea of how you want to attack the marathon and what pace you’d like to keep. There’s adrenaline running through you on the day of the marathon and I get that. Just stick to the plan and don’t deviate because of your feelings.
BEFORE RACE KICK-OFF BE IT MINUTES OR MONTHS, BE HYDRATED, WARM UP AND GET SOME REST “Drink water, Gatorade or whatever hydrating drink works for you, the athlete. Warm up well and make sure your muscles are warm and ready. Though these miles will fly by, this race will feel long for your body. Break a little sweat, stretch, get in a pre-race jog, whatever you need to be ready to go. Just make sure you’re not doing this run cold turkey. Even weeks prior to a marathon, it’s of the utmost importance to be getting a lot of rest. You can’t be burning the candle on both ends and expect your body to adjust to such an intensive task. Your body needs to train, recover and rest.”
IS IT OKAY TO EAT AND DRINK THINGS DURING THE RACE? Absolutely. Eat the snacks and drink the water. You need to replenish as you go. You can’t run 26 miles without expending lots of energy, you need to refortify. Listen to your body and use those resources when available.”
APPLY PRACTICE TO RACE DAY “Most people don’t go on a 5-mile run and then up and do a marathon, they practice for this for weeks and months prior, and that’s the best time to experience what’s best for your body. Listen to it. Keep track of
OK, WILL DO. BUT WHAT SHOULDN’T I EAT OR DRINK BEFORE OR ON RACE DAY? “Lots of milk or dairy products don’t agree with most runners, same goes with things high in sugar, bad sugars like desserts and pastries. Some carbs are good during and before a race but please, stay away from bad sugar. A milkshake is probably not ideal before a race.” WHEN SHOULD I SEEK MEDICAL HELP? “The obvious ones are chest pains, lightheadedness, blurred vision, dizziness— these are heat stroke, dehydration things. If you experience these, you should definitely call for someone’s attention. Cramping may occur and that’s the body’s
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way of saying maybe you haven’t taken enough in of hydration or nutrition.” I’VE HEARD OF HITTING THE MUCH-DREADED WALL AND IT FREAKS ME THE HECK OUT. WHAT AM I SUPPOSED TO DO WHEN IT HAPPENS? CAN I AVOID IT? “All you can do is take nutrition and hydration seriously, make sure the body has the energy it needs to hit the race. The other thing is, everyone hits The Wall at some point. There needs to be some mental fortitude to push through it. Rely on your training. Know you’ve done it before and can pull through.” POST-RACE TIPS: WHAT DO I DO AFTER THE RACE? “Immediately hydrate and stretch, you want to cool down appropriately. Don’t hit the 26.2 marker and head straight for the bar, that’s not going to go well. However, once you’ve hydrated and cooled down, celebrating is a good thing and can be done. Go out and enjoy yourself. In the days after a marathon, hydrating and getting rid of the lactic acid that built up will be key. Going on light runs the following week is fine, getting the lactic acid out. Stretch again. Once a week maybe, listen to your body, and if knees or hips are sore, get on the bike or elliptical, something soft on your joints. Your body will tell you when to run long distance again.”
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LOS ANGELES ROAD RUNNERS HELPING YOU FINISH YOUR FIRST MARATHON AND BEYOND A
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year from now you will wish you had started today.” Author Karen Lamb’s quote drapes the information section of the LA Road Runner’s — official training program of the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon — website. And if you’ve read that quote and heck, if you’re reading this, odds are you’ve ran or are thinking about running the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. With a scenic Stadium to Sea route, why wouldn’t you want to run such a storied 26.2 miles?
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So, it’s agreed. You’re going to run this thing. But before you start pounding the pavement, you may want to consider some training options. While running can feel like a solo sport, it’s encouraging to be surrounded by supportive, like-minded individuals, such as the LA Road Runners. LARR offers runners invaluable resources over 26 weeks leading up to the big race, invaluable resources that a solo training program just can’t come close to. So, what are you waiting for? Start today.
LARR PROVIDES—
n Custom Training Plan n Race Day Perks n Weekly Practices in Venice, CA led by professional coach n Tech Training and Race Day Shirts
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n Expert Guest Speakers n 20 Pace Groups with Experienced Pace Leaders n Exclusive Discount Offers n Engaging Social Media Community
33RD TIME’S THE CHARM
LEGACY RUNNER TO TACKLE 26.2 YET AGAIN
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he starting line of the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon is a place of sights and sounds. Runners taking deep breaths, stretching and popping those joints one last time while an electric crowd is ready to burst with excitement. It’s a lot to take in for a first-time runner. But for some, it’s still exciting, even their 33rd time. Wait-- 33rd time? Who would leave behind such an awe-inspiring legacy?
LEGACY RUNNERS HAVE A PERMANENT NUMBER THAT MEMBERS CARRY WITH THEM EACH YEAR. Someone like Rick Wallace, an Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon Legacy Runner. At 61 years old, Rick is one of the younger members of the Legacy Runners, a club of marathon-goers who have ran every year since the event’s inception. Wallace was only 28 years old when he caught wind of the big run, inspired by an advertisement he saw on the Olympics. “Silly as it sounds, they showed an advertisement where you’d be finishing the run in the LA Coliseum. You ended up not running inside the Coliseum, just outside of it, but that first year was fun. I wanted to keep going.” 42
As he heads to his 33rd marathon, Wallace is grateful for what the marathon has done to transform his life. He appreciates being able to run 16 miles tomorrow if he wanted and of course enjoys bragging about that Legacy Runner bib. Not a bib to shield you from the mess you might make, post-marathon foodbinge; This bib is reserved for the Legacy Runners. While every runner gets a bib with a number in the race, Legacy Runners have a permanent number that members carry with them each year. “It’s a source of pride,” Wallace says. “We all wear our permanent numbers and people recognize us. It’s nice, every year I’m constantly being asked about it and people think it’s a cool feat. There’s a lot of nice recognition and with that a lot of satisfaction.” As the numbers on his
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bib begin to fade, so do the Legacy Runner’s ranks. Wallace says when he first became aware of the group, they were a network of 500 strong. That number dwindled to 282 about 15 years ago and now stands at a little over 130. That makes the feat of Wallace and other Legacy Runners so special, a true once in a lifetime achieve-
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ment. “You know, it does get harder each year, definitely,” Wallace says, ruminating on year to year changes in his body and the Legacy numbers thinning. “Weight, age and height factor in and add time... you can’t avoid the age part, no matter what you do. But I wouldn’t change anything. When I run this marathon I feel invincible. I know the others in the group feel the same.”
AT 61 YEARS OLD, RICK IS ONE OF THE YOUNGER MEMBERS OF THE LEGACY RUNNERS, A CLUB OF MARATHON - GOERS WHO HAVE RAN EVERY YEAR SINCE THE EVENT’S INCEPTION.
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BASEBALL LEGENDS LOOK TO HIT A HOME RUN WITH FUNDRAISING GOALS AT LA MARATHON
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wo of baseball’s biggest names in Southern California are swinging for the fences at this year’s Skechers Performance LA Marathon. However, instead of wielding bats, they’ll be wielding the power of charity. Justin Turner and Albert Pujols will both be in attendance at LA’s biggest running event and instead of suiting up against each other as they would during baseball season, they’ll both be using their all-star platforms to raise money for each of their respective foundations. The Justin Turner Foundation raises funds and works with charities that help homeless veterans and children with life-altering illnesses while the Pujols Foundation helps serve the Down syndrome community and also focuses on bringing medical care and other programs to the less fortunate in the Dominican Republic.
“WHEN YOU’RE A PRO ATHLETE, TO UNDERSTAND THE PLATFORM AND REACH YOU HAVE TO IMPACT A LIFE IS IMPORTANT,” “God has given me so much in my life and at the end of the day, it’s about giving back,” Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim player Albert Pujols said. “We do 46
a lot of work with kids with Down syndrome. I have a daughter with Down syndrome, and she’s the reason why we started our foundation.” Justin Turner echoed Pujol’s sentiments. “When you’re a pro athlete, to understand the platform and reach you have to impact a life is important,” Dodgers’ Justin Turner said. “In pairing up with an unbelievable organization like the LA Marathon and the history they have in our city, it makes complete sense to have this partnership and go out and raise money to help impact people’s lives for the better.” The Marathon will be the first for the Pujols Foundation, who are seeking to raise at least $30k for their causes. Turner’s foundation, co-founded with his wife
Kourtney who also ran in the marathon last year, will be seeking to improve upon last year’s haul of around $36k. Doing good with the foundation, Kourtney says, is the legacy she and her husband would like to leave behind. “I think for Justin and I, giving back always came natural to us,” she said. “He’s been given an immense platform and he has a God-given talent. It’s great to look back on big games and accomplishments, sure, but what we’ll always remember is the good we did and what we were able to do for those vulnerable in society, and that’s his legacy with the city.” Turner says he’s excited at the prospect of attending a second marathon and working for a good cause next to Pujols. Anyone’s first LA Marathon, Turner says,
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is something they’ll never forget. “I didn’t realize or understand how big of a deal it was,” Turner said with a laugh. “How many runners would show up -- how many people on the streets handing out water and oranges and bananas, bands playing music on the street -- it was completely shocking, a jaw-dropping moment when you go out there and u see the runners accomplish running 26.2 miles, which is ridiculous in mind-- I train to run 90-feet. Waiting for the finish line to see Kourt finish, to seeing a range of emotion in people falling to hands and knees in tears, people jumping up and down for accomplishing something that’s a mental physical grind and challenge... it’s neat, man.”
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CONQUR YOUTH PROGRAMS ARE BORN TO RUN
ike any journey in life, a runner’s journey has to start somewhere. Conqur Endurance Group knows this well. To introduce budding athletes to the joys and benefits of running, Conqur offers programs to runners of all ages, including impressionable students.
OVER 20,000 STUDENTS FROM MORE THAN 300 LAUSD SCHOOLS PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM. Conqur is an Operating Partner with LA Unified School District in the 26th Mile program, an afterschool program that teaches elementary school students the importance of combining healthy nutritional choices with physical activity. Over 20,000 students from more than 300 LAUSD schools participate in the program. Students run half a mile to 1 mile a day for eight weeks, culminating in running their last mile – the 26th Mile - at their designated school site or, for 6,000 lucky students, at Dodger Stadium. Hovik Kasamanyan, Senior Director of Beyond the Bell, says the program is invaluable for the students. After all, he says, only 1% of the world’s population has run a marathon. “This is so instrumental for students to do, to see they can accomplish 50
OF THE OVER 3,000 STUDENTS WHO PARTICIPATE IN THE PROGRAM, 99% FINISH THE MARATHON. 95% GRADUATE FROM HIGH SCHOOL AND 95% OF THE HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS HAVE PLANS TO ATTEND COLLEGE. anything,” Kasamanyan said. “The program teaches healthy lifestyles and encourages families to join in with their children. Kids have a lot of fun running and walking and doing miles at their own pace. 26th Mile shows students they’re able to accomplish anything, that a consistently healthy life is attainable.” Nonprofit Students Run LA is another youth program Conqur partners with to give about $1 million in free or reduced-price race entries. SRLA and Conqur also provide over 3,000 at-risk LAUSD students with an opportunity to train and run the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon annually. The program pairs stu-
“ANYONE CAN CONQUER ANYTHING. YOU JUST HAVE TO BELIEVE IN YOURSELF.”
dents with teacher mentors who assist students in their training by setting goals, teaching them responsibility and discipline. Naomi Rich, SRLA’s Marketing and Communications Associate, says SRLA’s training program empowers students who might otherwise fall through society’s cracks. “Students who’ve struggled with drinking and drugs or who have struggled academically, SRLA connects them with a mentor that provides them with an opportunity-- a supportive community, to have someone say, ‘I care’ and ‘You can do it’, It makes an impact.” SRLA is an amazing program: Of the over 3,000 students who participate in the program, 99% finish the marathon. 95% graduate from high school and 95% of the high school seniors have plans to attend college. It’s a program that has helped shape the futures of many kids who may have otherwise
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been forgotten. Aurora, a senior at Bell High School, is training for her second Marathon this year and says the program has been life-changing. “The moment when I cross the finish line, I realized everyone can do what they think they can’t. Anyone can conquer anything. You just have to believe in yourself.” Aside from transforming students into world-class athletes, Conqur offers running events for the whole family to enjoy like the LA BIG 5K and LA 1/2K Kids Run. Participants of all ages and athletic ability — whether running, walking, being pushed in a stroller — are encouraged to engage in an unforgettable fitness experience at LA’s iconic Dodger Stadium (Go Blue!). Both runs begin at the Marathon Starting Line, giving participants the same big-race feel that the marathoners experience the following day.
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“BEGINNING AT DODGER STADIUM AND MOVING WEST TO THE SANTA MONICA PIER, THE ROUTE TAKES ATHLETES THROUGH SOME OF OUR MOST ICONIC NEIGHBORHOODS AND PAST MANY OF L.A.’S MOST INCREDIBLE SIGHTS. CONGRATULATIONS TO THIS YEAR’S ATHLETES, AND EVERYONE WHO WORKS SO HARD TO MAKE THIS EVENT POSSIBLE. BEST WISHES FOR A FUN AND SUCCESSFUL RACE.” MAYOR ERIC GARCET TI
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Los Angeles DODGER STADIUM
The third oldest baseball stadium still in use today, it was also home of the California Angels until 1965. Dodger Stadium seats more than any other baseball stadium in the country.
CATHEDRAL OF OUR LADY OF THE ANGELS
Towering over Downtown Los Angeles, the cathedral is rich in cultural diversity and holds Sunday mass in 42
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different languages. Inside, visitors are brought to awe by the beautifully colored stained glass.
HOLLYWOOD SIGN
OLVERA STREET
A historic, thriving Mexican marketplace where tourists and shoppers alike, find brightly colored pinatas, sombreros and pottery in addition to the smells of authentic Mexican cuisine.
City of Los Angeles PHOTO BY AHMET YALÇINKAYA
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MAYOR JOHN D’AMICO
“THE CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD IS THRILLED TO WELCOME RUNNERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD TO ENJOY THE SUNSET STRIP AND SURROUNDING NEIGHBORHOODS, WHICH ARE PACKED WITH CREATIVE ENERGY AND FAMOUS SITES THAT HAVE ENTERTAINED GENERATIONS,”
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West Hollywood SUNSET STRIP
Stretching 1.6 miles through the heart of the City of West Hollywood,
The Strip is home to legendary music venues including Whiskey a Go Go, Troubadour, Roxy Theatre and Viper Room.
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small city with a big presence. About 40% of West Hollywood’s population identifies as LGBTQ. Visitors to the 1.0 square mile city are assured of a welcoming urban environment that was built on the needs and interests of the community.
MAYOR JOHN D’AMICO West Hollywood
TROUBADOR
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MAYOR JULIAN GOLD, M.D.
“THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS IS THRILLED TO ONCE AGAIN WELCOME ATHLETES FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD. WE WISH THEM A WONDERFUL RUN AND HOPE THEY WILL TAKE TIME TO ENJOY ALL BEVERLY HILLS HAS TO OFFER.”
RODEO DRIVE
Beverly Hills RODEO DRIVE
L.A.’s epicenter of luxury and fashion. After being greeted by world-renowned sculptor Robert Graham’s “Torso” statue, you’ll walk
down a cobblestone street flanked by the biggest names in fashion.
BEVERLY HILLS CITY HALL
The Beverly Hills City Hall is the grande dame of municipal architecture
housing local government since 1932. Architect William Gage combined two levels representing government and commerce to create the beloved building that has become a local landmark.
MAYOR JULIAN GOLD, M.D. City of Beverly Hills
BEVERLY HILLS CITY HALL
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MAYOR GLEAM DAVIS
“SANTA MONICA WELCOMES PEOPLE FROM AROUND THE WORLD TO OUR SUSTAINABLE CITY OF WELLBEING FOR A DAY THAT UNITES US AND CELEBRATES ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENT.” MAYOR GLEAM DAVIS Santa Monica
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Santa Monica THIRD STREET PROMENADE
ROUTE 66
The famous highway was established in 1926 and originally ran from Chicago
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to Los Angeles. It was popularized by the Nat King Cole Trio song “Get Your Kicks On” Route 66.
Originally a series of streets, this area became a pedestrian-prioritized mall in 1965, dubbed The Santa Monica Mall. Since then, the Santa Monica Mall has experienced revitalization, a renaming to the Third Street Promenade, and a Frank Gehry-designed shopping center.
SANTA MONICA PIER
First built in 1909, it wasn’t until 1922 when the famed carousel was added, earning world-famous status, beloved by locals and tourists alike. Today the Pier hosts events ranging from political debates to strongman competitions to music concerts.
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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT:
IT TAKES A VILLAGE… AND SOME SPECIAL VOLUNTEERS T
he Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon is a mammoth occasion, an event that consumes a large portion of Los Angeles on race day. That’s 26.2 miles of carefully plotted course, strewn together with cheering fans, food and hydration stations, and blaring music that keeps a runners’ blood flowing. The unsung heroes in the mayhem of the Marathon? Volunteers. These kind individuals provide those on race day with a smile and some help, giving their free time for a good cause. Sometimes, that free time can equate up to 33 years of one’s life. Just ask Edgar Ninofranco. Ninofranco has been a volunteer with the marathon since its first year, an ad in the LA Times spurring him and his college alumni network into action. Wanted to serve his immediate community, volunteering at the Marathon was also about serving his adopted country. “I believe as an immigrant to this country that’s been in LA for a long, long time, we owe our adopted country and community,” he said. “Rendering this service to Los Angeles and the Marathon, we are giving back all the things the community has given us or offered us. This felt important to me.” Ninofranco was bitten by the volunteering bug on day 60
est memories have been the unique experiences he’s had along the way. “One year our location was in the Hollywood area. We were able to work with musicians that had provided music for the Marathon for several years. We got to listen to them play all day and had a chance to meet local celebrities... including the Playboy Bunnies. Those were some of the happiest experiences I’ve ever had.”
one and never looked back. He began as a basic volunteer, doing whatever he could to help. Volunteering from Ninofranco’s pals thinned out over the years but Ninofranco didn’t mind, he was in love with helping.
THESE KIND INDIVIDUALS PROVIDE THOSE ON RACE DAY WITH A SMILE AND SOME HELP, GIVING THEIR FREE TIME FOR A GOOD CAUSE. “Once you’ve done your volunteering, your spirit is rewarded. Sometimes I wouldn’t report to work the following day because my body ached, but my spirit always felt fulfilled.” At a spry 65 years young, Ninofranco is now the
water station captain of the Marathon, a job he takes as seriously as his former aerospace-related job. He wakes up at 5 a.m. to set up water refueling stations for runners , ensuring his job is well done with no room for error. Even in his old age he carries gallons of water to stations and typically goes above and beyond his duties; Though not required, Ninofranco says when he’s able he creates a sprinkler shower via hose and fire hydrant to help cool off the runners. “You can see how grateful they are when they’re on the 15th mile and need water,” Ninofranco said with a laugh. A life of volunteering has been a fulfilling one for Ninofranco. He says the people he’s met and joy he derives from helping others keeps him going as he ages. His fond-
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“AS AN IMMIGRANT TO THIS COUNTRY THAT’S BEEN IN LA FOR A LONG, LONG TIME, WE OWE OUR ADOPTED COUNTRY AND COMMUNITY,” As he pushes closer to 70, he’s thought about hanging up the proverbial cleats, but it’s been difficult considering a goodbye. “Honestly, ever since I turned 65 last year, I’ve been contemplated leaving, I’ve done enough,” he said. “I’ve thought, Maybe it’s time for someone to replace me and give this responsibility to a younger member. But I still enjoy doing it and, in all honesty, there’s some reservations on my part. I’m not getting any younger but I love this. I love volunteering.”
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2019 SKECHERS PERFORMANCE LOS ANGELES MARATHON Arrival Times Mile/Location
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#WEIMPACTLA Official Charity Partners of the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon and LA Big 5K. Our partners work hard all year long to support their mission and improve lives and our community. PREMIER CHARITIES Angel City Pit Bulls Justin Turner Foundation Pujols Family Foundation St. Jude Children Research Hospital Students Run LA Team World Vision Train 4 Autism FEATURED CHARITIES Alzheimer’s Association Beit T’Shuvah Kitten Rescue Strength United - CSUN Community Agency Students Off And Running (SOAR) Teen Cancer America Widows, Orphans & Disabled Firemen’s Fund PARTICIPATING CHARITIES Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation Alzheimer’s Los Angeles American Cancer Society / Team DetermiNation American Foundation for Suicide Prevention American Indian Community Council Asian American Drug Abuse Program, Inc. (AADAP) America Needs You Back on My Feet Bikur Cholim Catholic Education Foundation of Los Angeles City of Hope City Year Los Angeles Connecting to Cure Crohn’s and Colitis 64
CRE Outreach Cure CMD Every Mother Counts Family Assistance Program Friends4Michael Foundation Gary Sinise Foundation Girls on the Run Give an Hour and the Campaign to Change Direction Glioblastoma Foundation Guide Dogs of America Hirshberg Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research Institute for Myeloma & Bone Cancer Research The John Ritter Foundation for Aortic Health KEEN USA Los Angeles Boys & Girls Club Los Angeles Community College District Marathon Kids Marley’s Mutts Dog Rescue My Friend’s Place North Valley Caring Services Organization for Autism Research The Pablove Foundation Playworks Southern California Race 4 Veronika’s Place Reading to Kids Special Olympics Southern California Surfrider Foundation Los Angeles Team Parkinson Tell Every Amazing Lady About Ovarian Cancer Louisa M. McGregor Ovarian Cancer Foundation The Herren Project The Painted Turtle UCLA Fielding School of Public Health UDLA (Unification of Disabled Latin Americans) Youth Policy Institute 5K CHARITIES ALS Golden West Chapter ARC Big Brothers Big Sisters Greater Los Angeles College Track Concern Foundation for Cancer Research Door of Hope Junior League of Los Angeles Public Counsel Westside German Shepherd Rescue
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FUNDRAISING ALL PART OF THE FUN DURING MARATHON WEEK R
unners from across the world come to conquer the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. Finishing 26.2 miles in itself is a feat to be proud of but did you know thousands of these athletes are running for a good cause too? Over 50 charities participate in the marathon each year with most charity’s bringing in a vast amount of their fundraising goals for the year through the race. Good causes are diverse amongst the Marathon perennially and this year is no different. Charities this year range from those that rescue pit bulls to those that support protecting the ocean. No charity is too big or small for the marathon. Below is a small taste of the charities that finish the 26.2 miles for a good cause.
WORLD VISION
n 940 people participating in the LA marathon n Fundraising goal: $1.35 million n that’s enough money to provide clean water to 27,000 people (enough people to fill all the seats in LA’s Stubhub Center n Raised so far: $583,053
OVER 50 CHARITIES PARTICIPATE IN THE MARATHON EACH YEAR.
n According to the World Health Organization, 844 million people lack even a basic drinking-water service, including 159 million people who are dependent on surface water. n Nearly 1,000 children under age 5 die every day from diarrhea caused by contaminated water, poor sanitation, and improper hygiene.
KITTEN RESCUE
n 90 people participating in the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon: 20 Charity Challenge, 30 full Marathon and 40 5k. n Fundraising goal: $100,000 n 1500 cats and kittens served this year. n Average cost to save a
cat (provide spay/neuter, FeLV/FV testing, micrcochip, deworming, vaccinations: around $150.00. n $100k will pay for basic medical services for 667 cats and kittens. This does not include medical care for sick and injured cats.
READING TO KIDS
n 17 people participating in the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon -- 9 full marathon, 5 half marathon, 3 5k. n Fundraising goal : $20,000 n 2,000+ students serviced by the program throughout the school year n 5,320 kids enrolled in participating schools n 31,413 books given to school libraries since the program’s inception
n 627 kids per month particpating in program n Funds raised will provide 170,000+ books to kids
WIDOWS, ORPHANS, AND DISABLED FIREMAN’S FUND
n 100+ people participanting in the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon n Fundraising goal: $50,000 n Firefighters, surviving spouses, sons and parents of firefighters running n Raised 77k in three years through the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon n Funds raised have served over 800 families that lost firefighters in the line of duty
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