EVENT GUIDE OCTOBER 14-15, 2017
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ER RUN DENV
YOUR TOTAL WEEKEND PLAN CELEBRATE 20 YEARS RUNNING
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
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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 Denver! 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. Whether 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 8th running of this incredible event. Thank you to the City of Denver 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 the Mile High City 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
NATIONAL WESTERN COMPLEX, EXPO/HALL OF EDUCATION Friday, Oct 13 1:00pm – 6:00pm Saturday, October 14 10:00am – 5:00pm click for more info TRANSAMERICA ROCK ‘N’ ROLL DENVER HALF MARATHON | OCTOBER 14-15, 2017
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20+ SCIENTIFIC STUDIES SUPPORT THE BENEFITS OF RECOVERING AFTER STRENUOUS EXERCISE WITH THE HIGH-QUALITY PROTEIN AND NUTRIENTS FOUND IN CHOCOLATE MILK For four-time Triathlon World Champion MIRINDA “RINNY” CARFRAE, tough workouts are her full time job, training up to 35 hours per week. With numerous run course records, running is the backbone to her multi-sport training schedule. Long runs are a time to reset, reflect and focus on her goals. And since her teens, she has relied on chocolate milk to help her get back out for her next run.
OFFICIAL RECOVERY BEVERAGE
RINNY’S REASONS
TO RECOVER WITH CHOCOLATE MILK: 1. It is a natural source of high-quality protein to build lean muscle – ideal for endurance training. 2. It has the right mix of protein and carbs, scientifically shown to refuel exhausted muscles to help her give it her all in the next workout. 3. It provides fluids and electrolytes – like calcium, potassium, magnesium and sodium – to rehydrate and help replenish critical nutrients lost in sweat.
Train like a champion. Recover with chocolate milk after a tough workout to get back out on the road, conquering your next goal. To learn more about the science behind the recovery benefits of lowfat chocolate milk log on to BuiltWithChocolateMilk.com.
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Whatever. Wherever. Whenever. RAV4 comes standard with readiness for everything, from a weekend-long camping trip to a winter-long cross-country ski trip, and almost anything that Mother Nature can throw at it in between. Its available All-Wheel Drive will lead you confidently from adventure to adventure — whatever, wherever and whenever.
Prototype shown with options. Production model may vary. Dramatization. Do not attempt. Š2016 Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
With its available Entune™ 3.0 Premium Audio with JBL w/ Clari-Fi, you’ve got a front row seat. ®
Prototype shown with options. Production model may vary. 2018 Camry available Fall 2017. ©2017 Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
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ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MARATHON SERIES
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ENJOY RESPONSIBLY © 2016 Anheuser-Busch, Michelob Ultra® Light Beer, St. Louis, MO [95 calories, 2.6g carbs, 0.6g protein and 0.0g fat, per 12 oz.]
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OFFICIAL SPONSOR geico.com | 1-800-947-AUTO | Local Office Some discounts, coverages, payment plans and features are not available in all states or all GEICO companies. GEICO is a registered service mark of Government Employees Insurance Company, Washington, D.C. 20076; a Berkshire Hathaway Inc. subsidiary. GEICO Gecko image © 1999-2017. © 2017 GEICO
NO ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS
OR SWEETENERS NOW WITH LIGHTER FLAVOR
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ONLINE AT GATORADEENDURANCE.COM Gatorade® Endurance Formula has nearly twice the sodium (300mg) and more than triple the potassium (140mg) of regular Gatorade to help meet endurance athletes’ needs. ©2017 S-VC, Inc. GATORADE ENDURANCE and G DESIGN are registered trademarks of S-VC, Inc. TRANSAMERICA ROCK ‘N’ ROLL DENVER HALF MARATHON | OCTOBER 14-15, 2017
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who cares that this watch knows your average stride is 1.67 meters?
she does.
Garmin.com/forerunner
Alexi Pappas, Garmin-sponsored elite runner, 4:36.98 miler Š2017 Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries
Š 2016 Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Westin and its logo are the trademarks of Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc., or its affiliates.
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.
Book a VIP Marathon Package at westin.com/runwestin
Available in prescription. STYLE SHOWN: ALAKA’I
Color. Clarity. Detail. PolarizedPlus2® Sunglasses
Meb Keflezighi Maui Jim Ambassador
Recommended as an effective UV filter for the eyes and surrounding skin.
His choice: Alaka’i
Maui Jim Ambassador Meb Keflezighi knows first hand the challenges of long distance running. There’s no better feeling than crossing that Rock ‘n’ Roll finish line. Enhance your view of the race with Maui Jim sunglasses! Stop by the Maui Jim Sunglass Booth at the Rock ‘n’ Roll Expo! www.mauijim.com
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The Rock ‘n’Roll community have raised $335 million for charity. Thank you for making a difference. To celebrate 20 Years of Running, we want to help more causes than ever before. Join your fellow runners who are raising money for a cause they care about. Raise just $100 and you’ll be entered into a prize draw to win great prizes including a 1-Year Lease on a Toyota Rav4. Find out more at www.runrocknroll.com/partner/justgiving
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Location is everything... Stay with us in the heart of downtown Denver, just steps away from the 16th Street Pedestrian Mall.
Experience one of our 1,231 hotel rooms and 82 luxurious suites. The mile-long stretch of bistros, microbreweries, shopping and nightlife along lively 16th Street Mall can be found right outside our front doors. However, we think you’ll find what is inside our hotel even more exciting: Link@Sheraton Outdoor Pool
Sheraton Fitness Business Center
Sheraton Club 6 Venues
Learn more at sheratondenverdowntown.com or call 303 352 2441 Š2017 Marriott International, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Starpoints, SPG, Preferred Guest, Sheraton and their respective logos are the trademarks of Marriott International, Inc., or its affiliates.
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.
RunRocknRoll.com/Medals
Other Charities Participating Kellsie’s Hope Foundation Click here The ALS Association Click here American Institute for Cancer Research Click here Catch A Lift Fund Click here Organization for Autism Research Click here National Stroke Association Click here Parkinson’s Disease Foundation Click here Project Purple Click here Team Rubicon Click here Team PAWS Click here
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