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"World's Fastest 5K" - the Carlsbad 5000 - Set for Sunday, April 5
New All Day 25K competition to highlight annual "Party by the Sea"

CARLSBAD, Calif. - (February 25, 2009) - The Carlsbad 5000, known as the World's Fastest 5K and the home of 16 world records, has announced the inception of a special All Day 25K competition for the 2009 event set for Sunday, April 5. Runners can register to run five of the individual 5K races and join the inaugural All Day 25K participant group. Participants who sign up for the All Day 25K will receive a special technical t-shirt and an "All Day 25K" finisher's medal upon completion of their last race.

"We wanted to offer a new longer-distance aspect of the race that could serve as a training option for runners preparing for a marathon or half marathon later in the season," said Shannon Davis, Event Manager. "It will make the 5K course into a challenging 25K, thus allowing our more serious runners a chance to participate in a fast, seaside training run while still taking advantage of one of Southern California's most exciting races."

The cost to register for the All Day 25K is $75 and space is limited to 150 participants, so runners are encouraged to sign-up soon. The All Day 25K is intended for runners who can maintain a 10-minute or faster pace, as the time between individual races is limited. Participants already registered for the Carlsbad 5000 who are interested in the All Day 25K program can complete a transfer form at: Carlsbad5000.com

The 24th running of the Carlsbad 5000 annually attracts amateur, competitive and professional runners from around the world. Race day begins at 7:05am with the Masters Men 40 and over, the first of nine races that will take place throughout the morning. The main event, featuring the world's fastest professional athletes, begins at 12:15pm. The Carlsbad 5000 is the home of the current world 5K road records: 13:00, Sammy Kipketer (KEN), 2000 & 2001, and 14:46, Meseret Defar (ETH), 2006.

To view the full race day schedule or register, visit Carlsbad5000.com or call (800) 311-1255.

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Army Ten-Miler Increases Registration Field to 30,000

WASHINGTON, DC - (February 19, 2009) - The Army Ten-Miler, the country's second largest 10 mile, has increased its field to a race high 30,000 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the race set for Sunday, Oct. 4. Registration will open on Wednesday, April 1 at ArmyTenMiler.com.

Despite the increased runner field, the race is expected to sell out by mid-May and runners are encouraged to sign-up early to assure entry. More than 700 teams are expected to compete in this year's race and soldier teams will be allowed to pre-pay for entries again when they register their team name. Race officials also confirmed that they will use a wave start again to release runners for this year's Army Ten-Miler.

"Over the years, we have been able to incrementally increase the runner field and maintain a safe, competitive race," said Jim Vandak, race director. "Since the 2008 race sold out in a record 21 days, we looked at the logistics and felt that we could incrementally increase participation in this year's 25th anniversary race."

The expanded size of the race has led to other changes as well. The free, two-day expo preceding the race will move to the DC Armory enabling twice the number of exhibitors and longer packet pick-up hours for runners. The GEICO pasta dinner on Saturday, Oct. 3 will move to a larger ballroom at the Gateway Crystal Marriott thereby adding an additional 300 seats.

Military culture is infused throughout the Army's race beginning with the opening ceremonies which include Blackhawk flyovers and the Golden Knights parachute team; Missing Parts in Action Team (military amputee runners); soldier volunteers and the finishers' coins. The Army Ten-Miler provides a venue for military and civilians to compete for top awards in over 27 division and show support for all our nation's men and women in uniform.

This unique road race has both its start and finish lines at the Pentagon. Race weekend activities include a two-day race expo, fitness clinics, youth runs, post-race party and HOOAH tents from Army installations around the world. The ATM is produced U.S. Army Military District of Washington (MDW), with proceeds benefiting Army Morale, Welfare and Recreation, a comprehensive network of support and leisure services designed to enhance the lives of Soldiers and their families. The mission of the Army Ten-Miler is to promote the Army, build esprit de corps, support fitness goals and enhance community relations. For more information about this prestigious race, visit: ArmyTenMiler.com

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SunTrust National Marathon's Junior Monumental Milers Program (JuMMP) Celebrates Second Year with Rally Finale
Event held at King Greenleaf Recreation Center to recognize achievements and motivate continued efforts

WASHINGTON, D.C. - (February 23, 2009) - On Friday, February 27, 2009, the fourth SunTrust National Marathon, Greater Washington Sports Alliance, D.C. Parks and Recreation (DPR), D.C. Public Schools (DCPS), YMCA and corporate volunteers from Enterprise Car Rental and On The Fly® will recognize and reward participants who registered in the second year of the Junior Monumental Milers Program (JuMMP). JuMMP is a run / walk program for youth in grades 2 through 8. Youth are charged with completing 26.2 miles equivalent to a marathon over a 23-week period and tracking their miles on a runner's log. In its second year, JuMMP registered 336 youth from 52 recreation centers across the city.

Youth from DPR, DCPS and YMCA will take part in a Rally Finale at King Greenleaf Recreation Center, 201 N Street, S.W. Washington, D.C. - 11:00am -12:30pm.

The short program will be hosted by the SunTrust National Marathon's media partner, NBC 4 Sports Anchor, Lindsay Czarniak. Among those scheduled to speak are Mayor Adrian Fenty and Olympian & JuMMP chair Dominique Dawes. The event runs from 11:00am-12:30pm with a half-hour of remarks followed by an hour of structured action stations operated by the Enterprise Rental Car Company employee volunteer team. Each youth will be given a "map" of the action stations and charged with completing each station and receiving a stamp. Once completed, they submit their stamped map for a prize. Nutritious snacks for all participants will be provided by On The Fly®. Sustainable fitness programs are a key initiative of the Greater Washington Sports Alliance Foundation and the SunTrust National Marathon.

About the JuMMP Program
The Greater Washington Sports Alliance and 2009 SunTrust National Marathon are pleased to partner with the D.C. Department of Parks and Recreation, DCPS, YMCA and Fit Arlington to promote the Junior Monumental Milers Program (JuMMP) Challenge. This second year, fitness initiative promoting youth health and physical fitness condition with a nutrition curriculum component in the District of Columbia, expects over 1,000 area youth to take part in the 23-week run/walk program which culminates on race day at the SunTrust National Marathon and Half Marathon on Saturday, March 21, 2009. JuMMP registration is free and can be completed online or by mail. Youth ages 8-13 receive a Runner's Log upon registration and must bring their completed log to race day morning at RFK Stadium to participate in race day events and receive their official finisher shirt, running bib, medals and goody bag. Additional community partners include D.C. Public Schools (Middle and Elementary schools), Metropolitan Washington YMCA clubs and Arlington County Park and Recreation's Fit Arlington program.

For more information, visit: www.nationalmarathon.com/jummp.asp

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Royal Victoria Marathon to Host Provincial Marathon Championships

VICTORIA, BC, Canada - (February 16, 2009) - The 30th Royal Victoria Marathon (RVM) has been chosen by BC Athletics to host the 2009 Provincial Marathon Championships for Junior, Senior and Master runners for men and women. The RVM will be held on Sunday, October 11, 2009.

"Throughout its history, the Royal Victoria Marathon has consistently staged a first class event, attracting many of BC's finest marathon runners," said Maurice Wilson, Technical Manager of BC Athletics' Road and Cross Country Running Division. "After an absence of many years, BC Athletics is pleased to award the 2009 BC Marathon Championships to Victoria, to be held in conjunction with their 30th anniversary."

The Royal Victoria Marathon has consistently attracted an elite field of runners including former winners Cheryl Murphy and Olympian Jon Brown, both 2008 BCA Road Runners of the Year, reigning and three-time Marathon winner Steve Osaduik, five-time winner Kelvin Broad, six-time winner Cindy Rhodes and Olympians Bruce Deacon and Peter Butler.

"For 2009 I will be inviting about 50 elite BC runners to participate," said Bob Reid, President of the Victoria Marathon Society. "There is $26,000 available in prize money with $3000 each going to the top male and female and a $5000 bonus for a new men's or women's course record. We are very proud - this is the first time in 30 years that RVM has hosted the provincial marathon championships."

Current course records are held by Langley's Steve Osaduik, 2:16:49 set in 2006, and Val Chowaniec, from Edmonton, 2:42:32 set in 1989.

The 30th Royal Victoria Marathon takes place Sunday, October 11, 2009; in addition to the marathon there is a half-marathon, 8K road race and Thrifty Foods Kids Run. For more details, visit: RoyalVictoriaMarathon.com

Ryan Lamppa, Running USA Media Director
(805) 696-6232
Ryan@RunningUSA.org | www.RunningUSA.org