LA Event Guide by Competitor Group

Event Guide

October 28, 2012

Welcome to the one marathon you won’t want to end. A race so rock ‘n’ roll, the mile markers are rock bands. Because what’s the point of running if you just want it to end? Here, you might not break the tape, but the podium isn’t the point. Life is a journey and running should be a celebration.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2012

36. Race Day Checklist 38. Running Spots 40. Thank You Sponsors WRITERS: Lauren Brosamer, Margie Martin PHOTOGRAPHERS: Harry S. Price, Paul Nestor, Victah Sailor, Ryan Bethke, Lester Cacho GRAPHIC DESIGN & LAYOUT: Bryan Montgomery

EVENT GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS

6. Schedule of Events 8. Course Map 10. Start Line Map 12. Finish Line Map 14. Spectator Tips 16. Pace Chart 18. Parking & Transportation 22. Mini Marathon 24. ING KiDS ROCK 26. Headliner Concert 28. Halloween 30. Destination LA 32. Race Weekend Entertainment 34. Respect The Distance

ROCK ‘N’ ROLL LOS ANGELES® HALLOWEEN HALF MARATHON BENEFITING THE ASPCA®

Larry the Dog understands that saving lives is a team effort! He’s taking a stand against puppy mills and running in the 2012 Rock ‘n’ Roll Los Angeles Halloween Half Marathon - with you! Together we can put an end to animal cruelty. Visit seelarryrun.org for more information!

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See Larry run L.A. with Team ASPCA ! ®

Before: February 2012

At first, the dogs “would cower to the ground when they were removed from their kennels,” recalls ASPCA Senior Behavior and Training Manager Victoria W. “Once the vets gave the medical okay, they were paired up with each other and more confident dogs for play sessions and walks to expose them to new people and places. They slowly began to overcome their fear.” They even made a special friend in Kim D., a licensed veterinary technician. When the dogs were ready to move to foster homes, Kim brought Lacey to the home she shared with her Rottweiler Charlie. As she invested lots of time teaching Lacey that new people and places were exciting, not scary, Lacey became an irreplaceable member of the family. Since then, Kim’s family has moved to San Francisco, where Frankie (Lacey’s new name!) loves running on the beach, sunbathing on her deck and taking boat rides. Kim reports that “now she’s the happiest dog in the world. She and Charlie sleep curled up with each other every night. She’s not afraid of a thing.” For more information or to join Team ASPCA, please visit www.teamaspca.org

ROCK ‘N’ ROLL LOS ANGELES® HALLOWEEN HALF MARATHON BENEFITING THE ASPCA®

When ASPCA® Special Agent Ann K. brought hound mix puppies Cagney and Lacey to the ASPCA’s Bergh Memorial Animal Hospital, the two were so skinny - their bones were visible from across the room. Under the care of our veterinary professionals, the frightened dogs put on weight quickly: Cagney went from 16.4 to 27.1 pounds, and Lacey from 15.2 to 26.9.

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Health and Fitness Expo L.A. Convention Center, South Hall K 1201 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90015

Expo admission is FREE and open to the public.

Friday, October 26 Health & Fitness Expo 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Saturday, October 27 Health & Fitness Expo 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Sunday, October 28 Start Line: L.A. LIVE on Figueroa Street Race Start: 7:30 am

Finish Line Festival L.A. LIVE Opening Act 8:30am - 9:30am Awards Ceremony 9:45am - 10:00am The Dirty Heads 10:00am - 11:00am Costume Contest 11:00am - 11:15am Closing Music 11:30am - 12:30am *Timeline subject to change Race Results Official race results will be posted online at competitor.com by 7:00 pm Pacific Time.

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Track Your Runner

Use the Metro Rail Service

able and fun. Ride the Blue Line to the Pico stop, or the

at runnertracking.com. You’ll get text message updates

Red Line/Purple Line to the 7th Street/Metro Center

tracking your runner’s progress on the course.

Station to access L.A. LIVE and the start line/finish line. The first trains arrive at 5 a.m. on Sunday (race

Plan Your Family Reunion

morning). Trips start at $1.50 and day passes cost $5.

Know the projected finish time and pace of your runner

machines, and many park-and-ride lots are available.

to keep track of time. Be sure to discuss a post-

Visit metro.net for more information on the rail

race reunion plan with your runner before the race.

service and parking.

Designated alphabetical signs will be posted in the Family Reunion area at the finish line. Meet up with your loved ones then enjoy the headliner concert at L.A. LIVE that is free and open to all! If you are staying at a hotel in the downtown area, walk to the finish line festival at L.A. LIVE. Abundant paid parking is also available at L.A. LIVE, the L.A. Convention Center and many surrounding parking lots if you are driving in from outside downtown.

Watch Your Runner On the Course If you decide to cheer on your runner on the course, check out the band lineup and wait for your runner near one of the exciting course entertainment

Start Line: Figueroa Street at L.A. LIVE, 7:30 a.m.

Go green and save money on parking! It’s easy, afford-

Finish Line: South Flower Street at West Olympic Boulevard (one block from L.A. LIVE)

stages. The loop course allows for easy on-course spectating since runners pass very close to the finish line half way through the race. Make a plan, allow for some cushion in your timeline and enjoy the event!

Tickets can be purchased at self-service ticket vending

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Mile Mile Mile Mile Mile Mile Mile Mile Mile Mile Mile Mile Mile Finish Line Start Line 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 13.1 First - 1:05 or 4:58/Mile Pace 7:30 AM 7:34 AM 7:39 AM 7:44 AM 7:49 AM 7:54 AM 7:59 AM 8:04 AM 8:09 AM 8:13 AM 8:18 AM 8:23 AM 8:28 AM 8:33 AM 8:34 AM First Female - 1:16 or 5:48/Mile Pace 7:30 AM 7:35 AM 7:41 AM 7:46 AM 7:52 AM 7:58 AM 8:03 AM 8:09 AM 8:15 AM 8:20 AM 8:26 AM 8:32 AM 8:37 AM 8:43 AM 8:44 AM 1:30 ** Pace - 6:51*** / Mile 7:30 AM 7:36 AM 7:43 AM 7:50 AM 7:57 AM 8:04 AM 8:11 AM 8:17 AM 8:24 AM 8:31 AM 8:38 AM 8:45 AM 8:52 AM 8:59 AM 9:00 AM 1:45 ** Pace - 8:01*** / Mile 7:31 AM* 7:39 AM 7:47 AM 7:55 AM 8:03 AM 8:11 AM 8:19 AM 8:27 AM 8:35 AM 8:43 AM 8:51 AM 8:59 AM 9:07 AM 9:15 AM 9:16 AM 2:00 ** Pace - 9:10*** / Mile 7:35 AM* 7:44 AM 7:53 AM 8:02 AM 8:11 AM 8:20 AM 8:30 AM 8:39 AM 8:48 AM 8:57 AM 9:06 AM 9:15 AM 9:25 AM 9:34 AM 9:35 AM 2:15 ** Pace - 10:18*** / Mile 7:42 AM* 7:52 AM 8:02 AM 8:12 AM 8:23 AM 8:33 AM 8:43 AM 8:54 AM 9:04 AM 9:14 AM 9:25 AM 9:35 AM 9:45 AM 9:55 AM 9:57 AM 2:30 ** Pace - 11:27*** / Mile 7:45 AM* 7:56 AM 8:07 AM 8:19 AM 8:30 AM 8:42 AM 8:53 AM 9:05 AM 9:16 AM 9:28 AM 9:39 AM 9:50 AM 10:02 AM 10:13 AM 10:15 AM 2:45 ** Pace - 12:36*** / Mile 7:52 AM* 8:04 AM 8:17 AM 8:29 AM 8:42 AM 8:55 AM 9:07 AM 9:20 AM 9:32 AM 9:45 AM 9:58 AM 10:10 AM 10:23 AM 10:35 AM 10:37 AM 3:00 ** Pace - 13:44*** / Mile 7:54 AM* 8:07 AM 8:21 AM 8:35 AM 8:48 AM 9:02 AM 9:16 AM 9:30 AM 9:43 AM 9:57 AM 10:11 AM 10:25 AM 10:38 AM 10:52 AM 10:54 AM 3:15 ** Pace - 14:53*** / Mile 7:55 AM* 8:09 AM 8:24 AM 8:39 AM 8:54 AM 9:09 AM 9:24 AM 9:39 AM 9:54 AM 10:08 AM 10:23 AM 10:38 AM 10:53 AM 11:08 AM 11:10 AM 3:30 ** Pace - 16:02*** / Mile 7:55 AM* 8:11 AM 8:27 AM 8:43 AM 8:59 AM 9:15 AM 9:31 AM 9:47 AM 10:03 AM 10:19 AM 10:35 AM 10:51 AM 11:07 AM 11:23 AM 11:25 AM 3:45 ** Pace - 17:11*** / Mile 7:56 AM* 8:13 AM 8:30 AM 8:47 AM 9:04 AM 9:21 AM 9:39 AM 9:56 AM 10:13 AM 10:30 AM 10:47 AM 11:05 AM 11:22 AM 11:39 AM 11:41 AM 4:00 ** Pace - 18:19*** / Mile 7:56 AM* 8:14 AM 8:32 AM 8:50 AM 9:09 AM 9:27 AM 9:45 AM 10:04 AM 10:22 AM 10:40 AM 10:59 AM 11:17 AM 11:35 AM 11:54 AM 11:56 AM Due to the wave start these start and mile times are approximate

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Park Downtown

There are many paid parking options at L.A. LIVE, the L.A. Convention Center and many surrounding parking lots. There is NO free parking for participants or specta-

Parking Information

in the area are privately owned and fees range from $10 to $30 (cash only).

PARKING & TRANSPORTATION

L.A. LIVE is offering a discounted

Race Start Time: 7:30 am

Start Line: L.A. LIVE at Figueroa Street Finish Line: South Flower Street at West Olympic Boulevard (one block from L.A. LIVE) Finish Line Festival: L.A. LIVE

Getting to the Start Line: Use the Metro Rail Service

parking rate of $10 to race participants and spectators.

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Participants may be dropped off at the start line. Expect heavy traffic.

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at the south side of West

Center Station to access L.A. LIVE and the Start Line/

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Finish Line. First trains arrive at 5 a.m. on Sunday (race

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morning). Trips start at $1.50 and day passes cost $5. Tickets can be purchased at self-service ticket vending machines, and many park-and-ride lots are available.

tors; standard parking rates will apply. All parking lots

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Experience all the Rock ‘n’ Roll Fun with a Shorter Run!

We want EVERYONE to have the opportunity to enjoy the party, perks and excitement the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series has to offer. The Mini Marathon is a great way to introduce friends and family members to the Rock ‘n’ Roll Los Angeles Halloween Half Marathon experience. It’s all the fun with a shorter run! Mini Marathon participants start and finish with the Half Marathoners, enjoy cheer teams, course bands, hydration stations and the finish line festival. Get your spectators involved

and sign them up for the Mini Marathon. It’s a great way to enjoy race day together!

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Adults aren’t the only ones starring in the Rock ‘n’ Roll Los Angeles Halloween Half Marathon. Kids can rock and rule in their own race on Saturday, Oct. 27 at ING KiDS ROCK Los Angeles! ING KiDS ROCK and ING Run For Something Better have partnered to fight childhood obesity and empower kids to achieve healthy lifestyles through the creation of the largest kids only running series in the country. ING and the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series are excited to see kids reach their goals and celebrate their incredible achievement at the 2012 ING KiDS ROCK Los Angeles!

To learn more about scholarship and fundraising opportunities, visit ingkidsrock.com.

To register your child (grades K-7) for ING KiDS ROCK Los Angeles, visit the Health & Fitness Expo at the Los Angeles Convention Center on

Race Schedule Date: Date: Saturday, Oct. 27 Time: Races start at 9:00 a.m. Location: Home Depot Center Distance: One mile fun run, half-mile for Kindergarten

Friday, Oct. 26 from 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.

ING KiDS ROCK is supported by ING Run For Something Better, which funds free school-based running fitness programs that challenge children to get active, set goals and start a lifetime habit of physical activity. The ING Run For Something Better Training Guide is the official cumula-

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tive training program for ING KiDS ROCK Los Angeles.

Cool T-shirt, Goodie Bag, Official Race Number, Fin-

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The Dirty Heads to Rock the Finish Line!

Big tours and hit songs are a long way from the

For the SoCal rock/reggae/hip-hop band, Cabin

group’s humble origins in Bushnell’s garage. Back in

by the Sea represents more than just good

1996, school friends Watson and Bushnell started

vibes. It’s the culmination of years of hard work

their musical career almost on accident. “It was hilarious:

and endless touring, and a chance to refine and

I was in a punk band, but Jared had no musical

improve on their breakthrough, 2008’s Any Port

inclination,” remembers the guitarist. “Then one day

in the Storm. That’s not an easy act to follow –

he started rapping over these cheesy hip-hop songs

their debut album featured one of the decade’s

I’d make with Casio beats, and I’m like, wow, you’re

biggest rock singles, “Lay Me Down,” (which

really good!”

spent eleven weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard

The group, later rounded out by percussionist Jon

Alternative Chart, a record for an independent

Olazabal, drummer Matt Ochoa and bassist David

release and more than any single that year by

Foral, eventually outgrew the funny rap vibe and

anyone, including The Black Keys, Kings of Leon

developed a local following as an acoustic hip-hop

and 30 Seconds to Mars) and a shout-out in

group. Surprisingly, the Heads grew to be very

Rolling Stone as one of year’s best new bands.

successful on a small label with little to no resources,

But the Heads knew better things lay ahead.

an indication of their organic momentum and appeal. The Dirty Heads are now signed to a worldwide deal

Maintaining the diversity from their first album,

with Five Seven Music. The group plans to spend the

Cabin ranges from sunny acoustic pop (the title

rest of the year on a number of different tours. For

track) to hip-hop with mariachi horns (“Disguise”)

now, though, you can experience the band’s sunny,

and feel-good reggae (“Day by Day,” “Your Love”).

good-time outlook on their new record. “Whatever

The album’s defining trait? An insistence on posi-

has happened to us over the years, we’ve always

tivity and good vibes, a philosophy summed up

kept a mindset about staying positive and squash-

nicely by the single, “Spread Too Thin.” “It’s about

ing negativity,” says Watson. “And that’s the vibe we

having too much going on, work or whatever is

had making this album. I think that comes across to

stressing you out,” says guitarist Dustin “Duddy

anyone who hears it.”

B” Bushnell. “It’s about needing a breather in life.”

Cabin By The Sea was released on June 19, 2012.

Adam’s Attic Brought together by a passion for music and unity in the face of adversity, Adam’s Attic inspires listeners with an honest and open sound. From their base roots in New Orleans to their current home of Los Angeles, the alternative, pop/rock band has matured musically and captivated audiences on a global scale. The group has seized one success after another by headlining numerous sold out shows at the House of Blues and Hard Rock Cafe, touring four different continents and playing for crowds exceeding 11,000. With the accumulation of small successes that led to becoming darlings of New Orleans, Adam’s Attic is a rising star in the world market.

Zen Boogie Zen Boogie is a band built around the music of Los Angeles born and bred Robert Linden, and the music that inspires his music. The band also features Bob Helfant (guitar), Doug Snyder (Bass), Bob Girnius (Drums) and Larry O. Williams (Sax). Robert leads the band with his energetic style and his sardonic story-telling... always keeping the crowd locked in tight! They received the Malibu Music Award for “Best Jazz Ensemble” in 2009, and were recently nominated for the Los Angeles Music Award in Jazz. Zen Boogie received rave reviews for their first album, “Beginnings The Early Live Recordings” and is working on the band’s second and what will be their first studio-recorded album.

Young Beautiful in a Hurry Young Beautiful in a Hurry is a high energy foursome, dedicated to bringing you all organic thoroughbred rock/pop tunes, with a dash of glam you haven’t heard this side of the late 70s. Their influences range mainly from Bowie & Queen, with a little Elvis mixed in to sweeten the deal. YBH just turned one in January and has been very busy in their first year, releasing their debut record, playing the Troubadour, and opening for Steel Panther at the House of Blues. Their songs have been heard on TV shows such as 90210, Human Target and Trauma.

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Safety Orange The Band was started by surf buddies, named after a surfboard, and still keeps that surf vibe alive to this day. Beach/Rock/Reggae! Rock on!

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It’s Halloween in Los Angeles!

What do you get when you combine the excitement of running a half marathon with the thrills of Halloween? The World’s Largest Halloween Half Marathon! Check out the Halloween highlights below you can be a part of on race weekend.

Rock ‘n’ Roll Los Angeles Halloween Walk of Fame

Keep your eyes open for the Halloween Walk of Fame – Rock ‘n’ Roll style! Ten of our participants will have their name featured on our very own Halloween Walk of Fame on the course.

Costume Contest

Bring your costume “A Game” for a chance to win great prizes at the World’s Largest Halloween Half Marathon! Whether you’re participating in the Half Marathon or Mini Marathon, have fun and wear your best Halloween Gear for the run!

ASPCA Pet Costume Contest

Check out the ASPCA pet costume contest on Race morning! ASPCA will have adorable buddies from local shelters rockin’ their best Halloween style on the main stage.

Mini Marathon

Have family going to watch you finish in L.A.? Sign them up for the Mini Marathon at the Expo and run together. With an

approximate 5K course, your friends and family can start with you and share the finish line experience! Make sure they grab their favorite Halloween costume too!

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JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE is known for its sleek style, but it also puts you at the center of the most dynamic entertainment attractions in Southern California including STAPLES Center, Nokia Theatre L.A. LIVE and The GRAMMY Museum. There’s really no better place to stay.

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A little Rock ’n’ Roll edge.

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From the Hollywood Sign to the Stars on Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles is a great destination to take in the sights and hope for a glimpse of your favorite celebrity! With the Rock ‘n’ Roll Los Angeles Halloween Half Marathon benefiting the ASPCA coming to town, we’ve combined the excitement of running a halfmarathon with the thrills of Halloween. Here are a few highlights you can expect to see while you rock the run in Los Angeles.

The Coliseum opened its doors in June of 1923 and on Oct. 6, 1923, the first football game was played.

The University of Southern California hosted Pomona College before a crowd of 12,836, and prevailed, 23-7. It was a modest beginning for a venue that would later play a prominent role in college and professional football. The Coliseum is the only stadium to have hosted the Olympic Games twice (X and XXIII), two Super Bowls (I and VII) and one World Series (1959).

L.A. LIVE

L.A. LIVE is an entertainment complex in downtown Los Angeles adjacent to the Staples Center. L.A. LIVE has 5.6 million square feet of apartments, ballrooms, bars, concert theatres, restaurants, movie theaters and a 54-story hotel and condominium tower, on a 27-acre site. L.A. LIVE offers visitors and sports fans a one-stop shop for everything you need, from great food to sporting venues, all conveniently located in the heart of Los

City Skyline View Crossing Viaduct

The Hollywood Walk Of Fame

visitors to enjoy—from the famed Hollywood sign to the

gold/bronze stars and there is no mistaking where you are.

The Getty Center museum is world class and it is free.

skyscrapers and stunningly unique architecture that

In some ways this has to be the world’s greatest landmark

Check out the fabulous art collections, wide ranging ex-

dots downtown. Be sure to check out the view from

The stars commemorate some of the most famous individu-

hibits, stunning modern white architecture, great views,

the 6th Street Viaduct as you run toward the finish line.

als on the planet. Like an over enthusiastic teacher, the

gorgeous gardens, grand sculptures and even free

The stunning panoramic view of downtown premiers

Walk of Fame gives a star to everybody who was somebody

tours. Arrive early and don’t plan to leave at least until

the skyline and has become one of L.A.’s best places to

sometime. Check out the Rock ‘n’ Roll Los Angeles Hal-

after lunch - which you can bring with you if you wish.

sightsee. It’s a must-see for all participants!

loween Walk of Fame on course!

Angeles. This is where participants will start and finish their 13.1 mile journey!

The Getty Center

The L.A. skyline has something for both locals and

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Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

One look down at the sidewalk at these world famous

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Enjoy your weekend in the City of Angels!

CONCERTS

Los Angeles offers runners ample opportunity to

Hollywood Bowl

explore before and after the Rock ‘n’ Roll Los Angeles

Friday, Oct. 26 at 7:30 pm

Bob Dylan: Enjoy the music of this singer/songwriter at the largest natural amphitheater in the U.S.

Halloween Half Marathon. Whether you’re a local, a frequent visitor or a newcomer to the city, take advantage

The Presets: Come listen to the sounds of this Aus-

of these weekend activities and entertainment options

tralian duo at Los Angeles’s newest concert venue and

over race weekend.

where you will be rockin’ on race day. Club Nokia

SPORTING EVENTS

L.A. Galaxy VS. Seattle Sounders FC: Come out and watch the reigning MLS Cup Champions take the field against the Seattle Sounders FC.

Saturday, Oct. 27 at 8 pm

FAMILY FUN

ING KiDS ROCK Los Angeles: Bring the whole family

The Home Depot Center

and the kids can lace up for their very own kids’ race.

Sunday, Oct. 28 at 6 pm

The Home Depot Center

L.A. Kings versus Phoenix Coyotes: Experience the

Saturday, Oct. 27 at 9 am

excitement of professional ice hockey and be one of the first to see the current Stanley Cup Champions!

Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens: If family

Staples Center

fun is on your itinerary, there’s nothing better to pique

Saturday, Oct. 27 at 7:30 pm

children’s interests than showing them animals—alive,

Dodger Stadium Tours: The Championship Tour gives

painted or pretend.

fans an opportunity to view Dodger Stadium as the

Griffith Park

players do. This behind-the-scenes tour lets fans visit

Open seven days a week

restricted areas and view the ballpark from a whole new perspective.

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For many of you, this will be your first marathon or half marathon. Whether this is your first or fiftieth race, congratulations on your commitment to fitness and a healthy lifestyle! Whether you choose to run, walk or just rock, the following tips will help to ensure you have a fun and safe Rock ‘n’ Roll experience.

ADVICE FROM THE ROCK 'N' ROLL MEDICAL DIRECTOR, P.Z. PEARCE, M.D.

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TRAIN

It’s too late to start now, but you need to respect the distance you’ve chosen to walk or run. There are many different training programs available to you. Be sure you chose one that had you complete at least 2/3 of the race distance several times during your training period. If not, slow down and participate at a comfortable pace.

HYDRATE

If you have not calculated your fluid needs for this race, there are two strategies which will ensure you don’t under or over-hydrate. The easiest is to only drink when you are thirsty. If you want to be a little more scientific, limit fluid intake to 4-8 oz of sports drink every 20 minutes For more information on hydration strategies, please visit our website..

SALT

Losing salt through sweating and complex hormone changes during exercise can result in lowering your serum [blood] sodium level. This will not only affect your performance, it may lead to muscle cramping, headache, dizziness and confusion. Have some sports drink along the course to quench your thirst, or follow your pre-planned schedule.

PLEASE

Fill out the medical information section on the back of your bib number. While serious medical problems are quite rare, knowing any medical problems you have, medications you are taking or allergies to medications is extremely helpful to our Medical Volunteers. Our goal is to treat all of our athletes like Rock Stars!

If you have questions, please visit RNRSportsMedicine.com, stop by the Rock ‘n’ Roll Sports Medicine Team booth at the Expo or visit one of our Medical Tents on race day. We would be happy to assist you. Have fun, be smart, and stay within your limits. In other words, Rock On…

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21:00-10:00 – Keep carbo-loading Maintain your high-carb diet throughout the last day before you race. Choose familiar foods that have always worked well for your body in the past. Now is not the time to experiment. 20:00 – Get your gear together Take some time to get all of your gear together; create a race gear checklist that you use for every race. 18:00 – Plan for race morning Make a concrete plan for race morning that includes a

-By Matt Fittzgerald

wake-up time and a route to the race venue 3:00 – Wake up early Set an early alarm to give your body plenty of time to

The final two days before a race are very important.

get up to speed. Try to climb out of bed at least three

Follow this checklist to ensure that you get the most

hours before the start horn blasts.

out of the hard training you’ve done.

2:45 – Eat your pre-race meal It is important to wake up in plenty of time to consume

48:00 – Do a short, fast workout

and digest a high-carb pre-race breakfast three hours

For example, run three miles easy, then run 6 x 30-sec-

before your race start.

ond relaxed sprints.

2:15 – Make sure your gear is ready

47:00 – Start carbo-loading

Go through your gear checklist one last time. Be sure

Be sure to consume high-carb foods and beverages at

not to forget the small essentials such as sunscreen

every meal.

and your race number.

31:00 – Get a good night’s sleep

0:30 – Warm up thoroughly

Getting adequate sleep is critical the final days before

Start your warm-up about half an hour before your race

a big race.

start. Begin with easy jogging, then do some dynamic

22:00 – Do a short, easy workout

stretches such as walking lunges and arm circles.

It relieves mental and physical tension and keeps the body primed for performance.

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Running Spots in LA

UCLA Drake Track Stadium

Beaches and mountains and parks, oh, my! There’s no

If you prefer synthetic terrain or balk at the idea of

need for an expensive gym membership. With an aver-

trekking in mud after L.A.’s few days of annual rain,

age of 266 days of sunshine a year, L.A.’s spectacular

take a turn at UCLA’s nine-lane 400-meter track. The

weather nearly begs you to ditch the treadmill for the

track, named after student-athlete alum, track coach

beach, hiking trail or park. Here are a few of our favor-

and trainer Elvin C. “Ducky” Drake, is surfaced with all-

ite places to run in L.A., from scenic ocean-side paths

weather Tartan—no mud in sight. Four times around the

in Santa Monica and Venice to more rigorous inclines in

track is just short of a mile. Check the website for hours,

Griffith Park and Runyon Canyon.

as UCLA sports teams practice here daily.

Los Angeles State Historic Park

Runyon Canyon Park

Adjacent to Chinatown in downtown L.A., the green and

Located in the Hollywood Hills west of the Hollywood

manicured historic park stands as a welcome 32-acre

Bowl, Runyon Canyon Park is best-known for two

breath of fresh air and greenery in an area normally

things: its high celebrity-sighting potential and its

bustling with city workers and tourists. Even with the

dog-heaven qualities (the city park has an unrivaled 90

sound of the Gold Line rushing by, runners gravitate

acres of off-leash area with drinking bowls and poop

to the park’s trails and perimeter walkway, and its lush,

bags to boot). It’s also a popular running destination,

grassy spaces are popular for events, ceremonies and

with fire roads and trails leading to ocean, city and

soccer practices. A run around the park perimeter is a

mountain views.

little over one mile. It closes daily at sunset.

San Vicente Boulevard

Hermosa Valley Greenbelt

The wide grassy median of San Vicente Boulevard is

The popular greenery-lined 3.7-mile trail between

a popular haven for runners from nearby Westwood,

Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach goes by dif-

Brentwood and Santa Monica. It’s wide enough for

ferent names—Veteran’s Parkway, Hermosa Valley

about 20 runners to run side-by-side on its luscious

Greenbelt—but one thing is certain: It’s great for

grass, shaded by coral trees and with spectacular views

running. The wood-chip path is easy on the knees, and

of the Pacific Ocean at one end. The median begins

half-mile markers along the way keep you motivated.

at Ocean Avenue and ends at Goshen Avenue for an

Start at either the south end near Herondo Street and

eight-mile loop.

Valley Drive or the north end at Rosecrans Avenue and Sepulveda Boulevard for about a 7.5-mile loop.

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Subaru proudly supports the Rock ‘n’ Roll Los AngelesTM Halloween Half Marathon benefiting the ASPCA®. Like you and your pets, the all-new 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek loves hitting the road and going as far as every day allows. And since the XV Crosstrek is the

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Built to run. And run. And run.

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