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HOUSTON MARATHON STAFF LIST Table of Contents 10. Run for a Reason 25th Anniversary 16. Race Weekend Schedule 18. Course Map 20. Where to Watch 22. 5K Map 24. Parking and Street Closures 26. Houston Reflections 30. Local Elites Bios 32. Elite Runners Bios 34. Kids in the Marathon 36. Past Marathon Winners 37. Past Half Marathon Winners 40. Ambassadors 48. On the Road to Recovery 50. Space City Racing 52. Houston Legacy Runners 54. Sustainability Commitment 56. Izzo Brothers 60. Houston Marathon Hall of Fame 61. Hands Only CPR 62. Spectator Information 64. Runner’s Guide to Race Day 66. EXPO Exhibitor List

Corey Broadway Manager, Volunteer & Event Services Operations Carly Caulfield General Manager & Managing Director, Operations Erin Haney Manager, Sponsor Services & EXPO Erin Kasperek Manager, Community Outreach Muffy King Senior Manager, Communications & Marketing Sarah Little Coordinator, Houston Marathon Foundation Erin McGowan General Counsel & Managing Director, Participant Services Wade Morehead Executive Director Mike Root Senior Manager, Course Director Amanda Sandoval Director, Participant Services Nathan Schaffer Manager, Race Experience Ally Walker Director, Business & Community Development

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A SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS

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H-E-B PROUD SUPPORTER OF THE HOUSTON MARATHON FOR 20 YEARS

At H-E-B we are committed to the well-being of Texans and are strong supporters of health and wellness initiatives across the state. That’s why we’re proud to annually support the Chevron Houston Marathon by feeding over 16,000 runners snacks, drinks and a delicious, hot breakfast to help them recharge and refuel.

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On behalf of the citizens of Houston, good luck and best wishes for a successful and memorable race.

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Council Members: Brenda Stardig Jerry Davis Ellen R. Cohen Dwight A. Boykins Dave Martin Steve Le Greg Travis Karla Cisneros Council Members: Brenda Stardig Jerry Davis Ellen R. Cohen Dwight A. Boykins Dave Martin Steve Le Greg Travis Karla Cisneros Robert Gallegos Mike Laster Martha Castex-Tatum Mike Knox David W. Robinson Michael Kubosh Amanda K. Edwards Jack Christie Robert Gallegos Mike Laster Martha Castex-Tatum Mike Knox David W. Robinson Michael Kubosh Amanda K. Edwards Jack Christie Controller: Chris B. Brown Controller: Chris B. Brown

25th Anniversary of Run for a Reason 2019 MARKS THE 25-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE CHEVRON HOUSTON MARATHON RUN FOR A REASON PROGRAM (RFAR)! SINCE THE PROGRAM’S INCEPTION IN 1995, RUNNERS HAVE BEEN COMBINING THEIR PASSION FOR RUNNING WITH FUNDRAISING TO RAISE AWARENESS FOR MEANINGFUL CAUSES LOCALLY, NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY. 25 years ago, RFAR originated with just a small number of nonprofit organizations but through the generosity and determination of the Houston running community, it has grown to 64 total charities in 2019 – an all-time high! And participation isn’t the only thing that has grown, overall fundraising totals and the impact on the community have skyrocketed too. In its first year, RFAR raised a grand total of $63,255; just a few years later in 2008 the program surpassed the $1 million mark and for the past seven years has raised more than $2 million each year for its participating charities.

This increase has led to enhancing programs that promote youth development, finding cures, emergency relief, military

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and veteran services, the arts, culture, animal welfare and many more causes that are championed by our RFAR charities each and every day.

While the 25th anniversary is a pride inducing accomplishment itself, what is possibly even more profound is that two of the current 64 charities have been a part of the program for it all! Both CanCare and Houston Area Parkinson Society (HAPS) are also celebrating the 25 year milestone as a part of Run for a Reason! Their seasoned experience and knowledge has made them leaders in the program and to the other charity organizations. Their extensive history in RFAR has made them an

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integral member of the Chevron Houston Marathon family.

“This has been, and continues to be, not only an incredible fundraising event, but an invaluable opportunity to raise awareness,” said Kathleen Crist, Executive Director of the HAPS. “The community aspect of this event allows us to bring our clients, their families and the medical community together for a fun event that is not only meaningful, but also motivating.”

In honor of both CanCare and HAPS’ commitment to and success in RFAR throughout the past 25 years, they have been selected as the 2019 Chevron

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Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon Honorary Starters.

While each RFAR participant sets individual goals, as an organization we have goals for our charity superstars too. One of the most important goals is for our runners to feel a sense of pride knowing that they made an impact on a cause that is close to their heart, all the while raising awareness for Houston’s local charities. “Learning each year about the charity organizations has made me appreciate running more and more,” Maria Camacho, a CanCare Team member and Houston Marathon Hall of Fame member. “There’s nothing like the feeling of completing a marathon, knowing you’ve helped someone in need.”

AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2018, THE RUN FOR A REASON PROGRAM HAS RAISED A GRAND TOTAL OF $29M AND IS PROJECTED TO RAISE $30M BY THE 2019 PROGRAM YEAR END ON FEBRUARY 15TH.

The ways corporations can participate in RFAR don’t stop there, from creating Corporate Running Teams to becoming a prominent supporter through the Sidewalk Squad program, the ways companies can become involved are endless.

RFAR’s 25-year history is a positive one filled with growth and incredible stories.

Its impact has been felt by individuals, families, companies and the entire city of Houston. Without the incredible support of our generous participants, volunteers, sponsors, and spectators, the program would not have become the powerhouse it is today. As of December 31, 2018, the Run for a Reason Program has raised a grand total of $29M and is projected to raise $30M by the 2019 program year end on February 15th.

Happy Anniversary to all of you who have helped us turn 25! We can’t wait for the next 25.

To learn more about Run for a Reason visit: www.runforareasonhouston.org

25 years of RFAR has taught us a lot. It is not only individuals who are out to make a difference, event sponsors are upping the ante in the contributions they make and are showing an immense amount of support too. In 2013, through the generosity and full monetary backing of Chevron, the Charity Challenge was born. Through a $75,000 annual donation, Chevron created the contest to allow three charities the opportunity to win a $25,000 prize donation each. CanCare and HAPS happen not only to be two of our longest running charity partners, they have both also been beneficiaries of the Charity Challenge!

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The Houston Marathon Committee welcomes you to the 47th annual Houston Marathon weekend of events which includes the Chevron Houston Marathon, the Aramco Houston Half Marathon and the We Are Houston 5K, presented by Aramco and Chevron.

BRANT KOTCH

Race Director and President, Houston Marathon Committee, Inc.

From the beginning it’s always been a mission of the Houston Marathon Committee to cater to each and every participant: from the beginner runner, to the professional athlete. In an effort to showcase that world-renowned Texan hospitality, we are proud to say we’ve extended our runner outreach programs throughout the entire year. We’ve worked to reinvigorate our humble beginnings by focusing on local running clubs and events. You may have seen these efforts over the past year through various kinds of support such as training aid stations and social runs complete with running advice and tips. As a result of these efforts, the 2019 events have more registered first-timers than ever before!

The professional fields of the Chevron Houston Marathon and the Aramco Houston Half Marathon will maintain their strong tradition of impressive national and international athletes. Breaking records is always a real possibility in Houston, and we hope to see more records fall in 2019. Over the course of the weekend our Elite Athlete Support Team will take care of roughly 600 runners, from our Athlete Development and Local Invited Elite Programs, to our professional competitors.

Houston truly has become known for its exceptional elite hospitality.

This year, the We Are Houston 5K boasts a new co-sponsorship by Aramco and Chevron and an updated course that preserves the same start and finish. Runners will still have the chance to claim the coveted “Houston Double” medal. In addition to the bragging rights earned, they’ll be adding to their collection of bling alongside the more than 2,000 other athletes who will take on the challenge.

A noticeable absence on the Chevron Houston Marathon route this year will be President George H.W. Bush. He was known for walking out after church services and greeting our runners near the 20th mile on Woodway. Many years ago, he and wife Barbara even visited the finish line where they greeted and congratulated numerous finishers. What made that visit even more remarkable was President Bush had just had a hip replacement two weeks prior. This year, we pause for a moment in honor of our beloved former president, we miss your race day high fives already.

Please help us thank our sponsors by using and promoting their products and services whenever possible. We couldn’t do it without them! Thank you to the City of Houston, the City of West University Place, and their respective departments and agencies for allowing us to use their streets and other public accommodations. Their contributions to our events cannot be overestimated.

For all who participated, volunteered or simply cheered on our runners throughout the weekend, we thank you! Please also join us as we extend an extra an extra special thank you to our sponsors and city officials who help us host such an incredible event year after year. We’ll see you at the finish line!

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Jeff Shellebarger President

Chevron North America Exploration and Production Company

January 14, 2018 Chevron Houston Marathon Participants, Welcome Houston, Texas! I’m pleased you can join us for the January 20,to2019 2018 Chevron Houston Marathon. This race marks Chevron’s 13th consecutive year as the Participants, Marathon’s title sponsor. It is made possible Chevron Houston Marathon by the thousands of local volunteers who contributed their time, energy efforts to a great cause.you Thank youusforfordelivering yet Welcomeand to Houston, Texas!

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Marathon’s title sponsor. made possible by the or thousands of local Many of today’s racersThe areevent alsoissupporting national Houston-area charities ‘Run for a time, Reason.’ the past years, the volunteersthrough who contributed their energyOver and efforts to a seven great cause.

Thank program has raised more than two million dollars annually – and you for delivering yet another world-class race. Importantly, when Houston runs since the program’s inception in 1995, ‘Run for a Reason’ has everyone wins! The Chevron Houston Marathon connects 33,000 runners with raised more than $27 million for charitable causes nationwide.

more than 60 local charities and since its start in 1995, the event has raised President of Chevron North When the starting gun sounds, Houston’s spirit will and be on full display.

Runners will honored move to nearly $30 million for causes communities in need.

We are America Exploration and through Company our tree-lined streets, past our participants bayous and andHouston’s finally, across the Productions stand alongside as skyscrapers, they move across tree-lined streets,

finish line. As you prepare for the race, I invite you to harness a little of what we call the past our bayous and skyscrapers, and finally, over the finish line – raising funds Houston DOERS spirit. Simply put: we welcome a hard task, we roll-up our sleeves and we nearly every step of the way.

In we Houston like to call ourselves get the job done. That’s the essence of Houston and hopewe it inspires you, too. DOERS – On behalf of Chevron and the entire Houston region, congratulations on an incredible effort. people who roll-up their sleeves and get the job done. Today’s runners and volunteers embody that incredible DOERS spirit. On behalf of Chevron and the

Sincerely, Jeff Shellebarger

entire Houston region, congratulations and thank you for another terrific race.

We will see you at the finish line.

Sincerely,

President, Chevron North America Exploration and Production

Jeff Shellebarger

Jeff Shellebarger President, Chevron North America Exploration and Production

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RACE DAY INFO

Race Week Schedule * All dates and times are subject to change

Thursday, January 17, 2019

Sunday, January 20, 2019

Shake Out Run with Meb Keflezighi presented by Fleet Feet Houston Memorial Park Running Center

Chevron Houston Marathon & Aramco Houston Half Marathon Start at Congress & San Jacinto

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Meet and Greet Meb

6:50 a.m.

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7:01 a.m.

Marathon & Half Marathon Start

Friday, January 18, 2019 Houston Marathon Health & Fitness EXPO presented by Houston Methodist and Texas Children’s Hospital George R. Brown Convention Center, Hall B3 – Third Floor 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

RunFest presented by Michelob Ultra Charity & Running Club Village Discovery Green, Jones Lawn 5 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K Participant Packet Pick-Up

Race Back to the ’90s: Chevron Houston Marathon Kickoff Party Featuring The Nirvana Experience Complimentary Kickoff Concert for runners!

Guest tickets available for purchase.

House of Blues – 1204 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77002 7 p.m.

Doors Open

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Saturday, January 19, 2019 We Are Houston 5K presented by Aramco & Chevron Start at McKinney & Crawford 6 a.m.

5K Race Day Packet Pick-Up Opens Discovery Green, Jones Lawn

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Chevron Houston Marathon App Download the Chevron Houston Marathon app to set yourself up for race

Houston Marathon Health & Fitness EXPO presented by Houston Methodist and Texas Children’s Hospital George R. Brown Convention Center, Hall B3 – Third Floor 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Marathon and Half Marathon Participant Packet Pick-Up

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Experience Everything the 2019 Houston Marathon Has to Offer Covering 26.2 miles in one of the most culturally diverse cities in America must mean that the Chevron Houston Marathon and the Aramco Houston Half Marathon just may be the most culturally diverse road races in the nation. But if you’re not sure

MILE MARATHON ELVIS WASHINGTON & SABINE The King of Rock & Roll, or the King of Race Day entertainment? We’ll let you be the judge. Elvis has been a staple at mile one of the Chevron Houston Marathon for more than a decade, so be sure to take in the tunes as he serenades the runners through their first steps of the race.

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where to begin or exactly how to watch, don’t worry! We’ve got you covered. Be on the lookout for or post up with some of these groups at key spots along the race route that engulfs the city this Sunday!

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this is a spot you’ll want to capture!

BONUS: you’ll see your runners pass by early enough to make a quick jump across the bayou to see them head toward the finish line too!

MIL E HOUSTON FIRE STATION 6 WASHINGTON & LARKIN Fueled by Fire, driven by Courage – Houston Fire Station 6, is home to the larger than life American Flag that runners pass in the early stages of their race. If you’re feeling patriotic or need a good photo op for Instagram,

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MILE KATY HIGH SCHOOL DRUMLINE WEST GRAY & MCDUFFIE Repeatedly voted into the top five of Houston Marathon HOOPLA Stations, you’ll hear the beats of the Katy High School Drumline, long before you see them! That Roarin’ Band from Tigerland is the oldest band in the Katy ISD and that experience definitely shows.

We dare you to stage your support crew here and not break out a dance move or two.

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M I LE CAPORALES SAN SIMON HOUSTON - BOLIVIAN DANCERS WESTHEIMER & KIRBY Begin your cultural tour of Houston with the Caporales San Simon Houston Bolivian Dancers! Rich in tradition, history and skill, the spectating crowds and runners alike will undoubtedly be drawn to their energy!

day, the center and its volunteers come out to support runners with Italian-themed signs and cheers to make you feel like you’re part of the Famiglia.

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M I LE RONALD MCDONALD SHOE CAR . NORTH BLVD. & KIRBY An homage to Houston’s infamous Art Car Parade, the mode of transportation for Ronald himself, and the source of joy for many young spectators, the Ronald McDonald Shoe Car makes its appearance at mile six and a half on the marathon and half marathon route.

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M I LE BAILESON BREWING COMPANY WITH USO & CODY WAYNE BAND AND FLAGS COURTESY OF WEST U ROTARY CLUB BISSONNET & GREENBRIAR A truly Texas experience awaits at mile 7. Grab a cold one from Baileson Brewing Company, find a seat and relax as you take in the crooning of country music tunes from the Cody Wayne Band.

BONUS: the streets are lined with American and Texas flags courtesy of the West U Rotary Cub to make sure you capture your runner in all their Texan glory!

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M I LE ITALIAN CULTURAL AND COMMUNITY CENTER MONTROSE & BARTLETT ( H ) Home to Festa Italiana and the Italian Cultural Community Center, the Milford House (just one block from the Aramco Houston Half Marathon route) is a 90-year-old home that will make you feel as if you’ve traveled straight to Italy! On race

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MIL E RICE MARCHING OWL BAND RICE BOULEVARD Some say they’re tacky. Distasteful. Shameless. Offensive. And we can’t say we disagree completely…

The Rice Marching Owl Band better known as MOB - is all of those things and more! Post up here to spectate for some good music, some friendly teasing and most importantly lots of fun!

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MIL E MYSTERY LOVES COMPANY UNIVERSITY & GREENBRIAR This Chamber Rock Trio makes its debut to Houston Marathon weekend in 2019. The sounds from the electric cello, the guitar and clarinet produce perfect pitch harmonies that just may stop runners in their tracks.

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MILE CAMP GLADIATOR WESTPARK & NEWSCASTLE Changing Fitness, Changing Lives!

Camp Gladiator “Lines the Streets” as they take over nearly an entire mile on the marathon course. Arrive early to take part in their “Closed Street Pre Marathon Workout” and stay for the spectator partying that is sure to rival any Texans tailgate.

MILE MILES OF MUSIC MEMORIAL DRIVE —— Get ready to show off your Texas Two Steppin‘ skills or break out in your boot scootin’ and boogie!

Miles of Music is back for the second year and is guaranteed to have rocking good tunes through this three-mile stretch on the way to the finish line.

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MILE HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO MEMORIAL & S PICNIC LANE Go Texan! And Go Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo! The world’s largest livestock show and richest regular-season rodeo promotes agriculture by providing a family-friendly live entertainment experience that educates the public, supports Texas youth, and showcases Western heritage. It’s a tradition for many Houstonians and will be a welcomed addition to the final miles of the storied Houston Marathon.

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MICHELOB ULTRA RUNHOU PARTY MEMORIAL & S PICNIC LANE Did someone say free beer? Post up here for a true party on-course complete with free Michelob Ultra tastings. (tastings only for 21+)

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MILE SIRROM STUDIO BELLY DANCERS SAN FELIPE & POST OAK BLVD Experiences the world and Houston’s culture through the art of dance. This world dance studio is dedicated to the enrichment of people’s lives through dance.

We’re certain your marathon will be enriched when you stop by this famous Houston Marathon HOOPLA too!

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MILE BUFFALO BAYOU PARK ALLEN PKWY This is the hilliest part of the —— marathon course, so encouragement is needed as runners take on the final miles of the race.

MILE There’s plenty of sidewalk space on both sides of Allen Pkwy for cheerleaders, tailgaters, and even —— your four-legged friends. Get in your miles and take a jog along (H) the Buffalo Bayou Trail and pop back up to street level to cheer on your favorite runner!

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Race Day Parking and Street Closures

VISIT WWW.HOUSTONMARATHON.COM FOR STREET CLOSURE LISTINGS AND TIMES. *For spectators arriving after 7 a.m., we recommend parking north of Rusk for easiest access to spectator amenities.

On Sunday race day, participants should arrive early (before 5:30 a.m.) to allow for traffic and parking. Streets comprising the start line will close at 5:30 a.m. HPD will begin closing other streets in the downtown area at 5:30 a.m.

Parking is available at privately owned lots and parking garages around the George R. Brown Convention Center and downtown.

The Chevron Houston Marathon does not control parking hours or price. Be prepared to pay cash to the lot attendants.

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Houston Reflections

HOUSTON IS A SEA OF DIVERSITY AND CULTURE THAT SPREADS FROM MEMORIAL PARK TO THE BUFFALO BAYOU AND BEYOND. Now in its 47th year, the Houston Marathon is proud to help represent the strength and perseverance of this running community, and to have the opportunity to showcase this incredible city to the world. This year, local Houston artist Janavi Folmsbee partnered with the Houston Marathon Committee to beautifully depict the Chevron Houston Marathon Weekend of Events and the city into an inspirational piece of art.

Janavi Folmsbee is an Indian-born artist who found her way to Houston where she has been able to watch the city grow and evolve for the past six years. When she was first asked to create this piece of art for the event, she felt honored and humbled. She was excited at the opportunity to capture and reach out to a new audience: the running community. Inspired by her love and passion for the ocean and how it reflects the beauty of this city, she immediately began sketching and studying. Her studies took her to the streets of Houston to experience the essence of

this beautiful city the same way its runners do, and inevitably she found herself in her favorite hidden spots along Buffalo Bayou watching the different people pass her by.

From dog walkers to runners, she admired and found motivation through the plethora of sights.

The artwork itself is deeply inspired by how brain coral and the spotted eagle ray mirror our city. As Janavi was sitting on the Buffalo Bayou, she wrote down words that came to mind when looking at the beauty of Houston and immediately made the connection. Spotted eagle rays are creatures that race through the ocean, continuously moving, just like our impressive runners. Never resting, they work tirelessly day in and day out for the love of running. Janavi wanted to capture that energy and spirit. The spirit to continuously move forward, to always be on the run, and to always make strides toward their goals.

The movement in the lines throughout the artwork is representative of the paths our runners traverse and the unceasing motion as they weave through the streets of Houston.

Using an array of colors to represent the diversity of our wondrous city, Janavi’s painting strives to evoke a feeling similar to what our runners experience each and every time they find themselves out exploring. Like coral, they weave in and out, around and about. Each aspect of this piece is more intricate than the last, truly capturing the complexity and wonder that is Houston and its runners.

“This piece depicts the differences that Houston has, and that our runners experience as they mindfully trek along.”

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“When you are running, you are with your thoughts, the sights around you, and whatever music motivates you to keep going.

That alone time allows you to really envelop what Houston has to offer,” said Janavi. She describes running as one being in a mindful state; one with your breath, your thoughts and your being. “Since the Chevron Houston Marathon stretches through the city, you can see the different shapes, sizes, colors, and cultures Houston has. This piece depicts the differences that Houston has, and that our runners experience as they mindfully trek along.”

Just like Janavi’s artwork, Houston Reflections – Momentum of Resilience, our runners symbolize the true spirit of Houston.

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Local Elites Spotlight BECOMING A HOUSTON MARATHON LOCAL ELITE IS NO EASY FEAT. WITH A LOCAL RUNNING COMMUNITY COMPLETE WITH PAST CHAMPIONS, IT’S PRIME TO BUILD UP-AND-COMING TALENT, AS WELL AS CONTINUING TO FOSTER COMPETITION FOR THOSE LATER IN THEIR RUNNING CAREER. WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO ENTER THE 2019

Local Elite Women Catherine Kruppa Qualifying Race: Space City 10 Miler Qualifying Race Time: 1:07:47 The 1999 Houston Marathon was Catherine’s first marathon. She says, ”By the grace of God I have been running better in my mid 40’s after injuries, accidents, a baby and some health issues than I ever have. I can’t wait to see what 2019 has in store and to celebrate 20 years of marathon running!”

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Allie Schaich Qualifying Race: Space City 10 Miler Qualifying Race Time: 1:03:20 In Allie’s debut marathon at the Santa Rosa Marathon, she was the first overall female finisher finishing in a time of 2:50:20. While in college at Rice, she specialized in the 1,500 meter, the mile, and ran cross country. Her favorite aspect of training in Houston is, “how large and wonderful the Houston running community is. I love that even if I go to Memorial Park without plans to meet anyone, I can almost always find (or make) a friend to run with.”

Lynn Malloy Qualifying Race: Space City 10 Miler Qualifying Race Time: 1:16:18 Lynn’s list of Personal Records includes: 1 mile at Run One San Jacinto in 2016 with a time of 6:07; 5K at Bellaire Trolley Run in 2016 with a time of 20:13; half marathon at La Porte by the Bay in 2018 with a time of 1:36:08; and her marathon PR at the 2016 Chevron Houston Marathon in 3:23:57.

LOCAL ELITES

Local Elite Men Zaven O’Bryant

Dan Byrne

Qualifying Race: Koala Health & Wellness Houston Half Marathon Qualifying Race Time: 1:10:22

Qualifying Race: Aramco Houston Half Marathon Qualifying Race Time: 1:28:24

This is Zaven’s fourth half marathon and quest for the Olympic Trial Qualifying Standard! He is coached

by Steve Magness and trains with the University of Houston Men’s and Women’s Cross Country and Track and Field teams.

After years of cycling as his primary fitness, Dan returned to running in 2013 at the age of 55. A few of his notable race results include a 1:23:14 half at age 57, a 1:02:54 10 miler at 58, and most recently winning RRCA Senior GM at the Houston Half and qualifying for his second time to run as a local elite in the CHM races.

Tim Heitzwebel Qualifying Race: Chevron Houston Marathon Qualifying Race Time: 3:13:30 This is Tim’s first Local Elite Qualification. His passion for running began 11 years ago when he started running marathons again when he could share his passion for running with his youngest daughter who was just beginning her running journey.

He says he doesn’t really consider himself an elite runner but a runner who loves the sport and friendships created along the way. “I enjoy being competitive, and like many runners there are times it all comes together and we have great races, but I have also experienced the other side of that. I never get discouraged. I just look towards the next great race.”

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Calum Neff Qualifying Race: HMSA Classical 25k Qualifying Race Time: 1:25 Calum Neff is a Canadian endurance athlete living locally in Katy, TX with his wife Julie and three daughters Alessandra, Holland, and Maya. Neff is a University of Houston Track and Cross Country alum. Neff ran Houston as his marathon debut in 2014 with a 2:35 and followed up the next two years with a 2:22 PR in 2015 and a 2:23 in 2016. He went on to break two Guinness World Records for a half marathon with a stroller in 1:11 and the full marathon with a stroller in 2:31!

Calum says, “I am excited to run my first ever Aramco Houston Half Marathon.”

His goal is a 1:06 finish.

Qualifying Race: Chevron Houston Marathon Qualifying Race Time: 2:53:45

Chris Stelzer

Garrett has completed 43 marathons (18 of those being the Houston Marathon) and 35 triathlons.

He earned his marathon personal best at the age of 50 with a time of 2:53:45.

With three kids all under the age of four, Chris’ training consists of waking at 4:20 a.m. every day to get in his miles and of course the endless chasing around the house that comes with a four, two and a half and nine month old.

Qualifying Race: Space City 10 Miler Qualifying Race Time: 1:03:20

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Professional Athlete Spotlight ATHLETES TO WATCH FOR ON RACE DAY

Marathon Elite Men Yitayal Atnafu

Citizenship: Ethiopia Atnafu certainly knows the Houston course: He was runner-up here the past three years. He took 21 seconds off his personal best when he ran 2:07:00 at the Schneider Electric Paris Marathon in April, and was also a pacer for the Breaking2 marathon project in 2017 in which Eliud Kipchoge ran 2:00:25, nearly breaking the 2-hour barrier.

Dominic Ondoro*

Citizenship: Kenya Ondoro’s three previous appearances here included a victory in 2017, when the Kenyan snapped Ethiopia’s eightyear winning streak. The 31-year-old is also a three-time winner and course record-holder of the Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon.

Tyler Jermann

Citizenship: USA Jermann, a 26-year-old runner for Team USA Minnesota, returns for the third time. In 2016, he finished 9th overall and first American in 2:18:35 in a last-chance qualifier for the Olympic Marathon Trials the next month, where he finished 36th. Last year, he ran his personal best of 2:16:39 in finishing 7th here. Jermann was also the 2017 USATF 50K Road Champion.

Pardon Ndhlovu

Citizenship: Zimbabwe As a 12-year-old, Ndhlovu began training with a police team in his native Zimbabwe, racing barefoot.

After the economic downturn in 2008, he sought the chance to get a degree and run for a U.S. college, and ended up as a four-time All-American and eight-time All-Academic for the University of North Carolina-Pembroke – after getting his “life-changing” first pair of running shoes when he arrived.

This will be his third Chevron Houston Marathon – in his first, in 2015, he ran his personal best of 2:16:52 to qualify for the 2016 Olympics by a mere eight seconds.

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Marathon Elite Women Sally Kipyego

Citizenship: USA Kipyego is an Olympic silver medalist at the 10,000 meters earning the distinction at the 2012 games. She narrowly missed a medal in 5,000 meters, when she placed fourth. She finished second at the TCS New York City Marathon in her 2016 debut at the distance but has not run an official marathon since then – it turns out that she was onemonth pregnant in New York with her daughter, Emma. Kipyego is also coming back from a bout with malaria and pneumonia, which derailed her plan for a New York return in November.

Kara Goucher

Citizenship: USA Goucher won a World Championships silver medal at 10,000 meters in 2007 and made her marathon debut in New York City that fall, running 2:25:53 for what was at the time, the fastest debut in history by an American woman.

After several years of injury, this will be her first marathon since the 2016 Olympic Marathon Trials, in which she finished fourth to just miss making her third Olympic team.

Biruktayit Degefa*

Citizenship: Ethiopia The defending champion, Degefa returns for the sixth consecutive year after her 2:24:51 victory, six seconds ahead of the runner-up. “When I come to Houston, I feel it is special joy, because I consider Houston as my hometown,” she said last year. Although she’s a two-time winner here, her fastest time (her 2:23:51 personal best) actually came when she finished third in 2015.

Sasha Gollish

Citizenship: Canada At 37, the reigning Canadian Half Marathon Champion will be attempting to complete her first marathon, after cramping so badly in Berlin last fall that she left the race by ambulance. The 1500-meter Pan Am Games bronze medalist in 2015 is also a Ph.D. candidate in engineering education, and won the Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Half Marathon on Dec. 2 in 1:03:34.

ELITE ATHLETES

Half Marathon Elite Men Jemal Yimer

Half Marathon Elite Women Ruti Aga

Citizenship: Ethiopia Just 22 years old, Yimer became the fourth-fastest half marathoner in history when he ran a national-record 58:33 in Valencia in October. Despite his young age, Yimer had already proven himself with fourth-place finishes at the 2018 World Half Marathon Championships and the 2017 World Cross Country Championships.

Citizenship: Ethiopia Aga is the defending champion, running a personal best 1:06:39 – not only the second-fastest time in race history but also the secondfastest time ever run on U.S. soil.

The 24-year-old added a marathon personal best in September when she was runner-up in Berlin in 2:18:34, the sixth-fastest time in history.

Jake Robertson

Fancy Chemutai

Citizenship: New Zealand Last year, Robertson – who has lived and trained in Kenya since he was a teenager – was a last-minute entry in the half marathon and won in 1:00:01, the third-fastest time in race history.

In September, he finally broke the magic one-hour barrier by lowering his personal best to 59:58, another fine performance in a year that also saw him set national records at 10,000 meters and in his marathon debut (2:08:26).

Noah Droddy

Citizenship: USA In 2016, Droddy and his father had tickets to go watch the Olympic Trials, but at the last minute he ran an 80-second personal best to qualify for the 10,000 meters. He finished last, but gained a cult following with his signature hair and mustache. (Plus you have to love his Twitter handle, @IBuiltTheArk.) Later that year, he proved he was legit by finishing at runner-up at the USA 10 Mile Championships. This will be his third appearance here.

Citizenship: Kenya This 23-year-old is one of the fastest women in the world.

In February 2018, Chemutai won the RAK Half Marathon in 1:04:52, the second-fastest time in history by just one second.

In September 2017, she ran 30:06 for 10K – also the second-fastest time in history.

Emily Sisson

Citizenship: USA Making her Aramco Houston Half Marathon debut is Emily Sisson, whose first attempt at the distance, at 1:08:21 at the 2017 NYC Half Marathon, was the fastest-ever debut by an American woman. The 2016 USA 10K Champion, the 27-year-old dominated the 2018 USA 5K Championships to win that title in November. She’s planning to make her marathon debut this spring.

Aaron Braun

Citizenship: USA Braun, 31, is a familiar face in Houston: In 2014, he finished as runner-up in the USA Half Marathon Championships here and in 2015 was top American in the marathon. A 16-time Division II All-American who won the 2013 US 12K Championships, Braun in November was named an assistant coach at Sacramento State. He is the father of two daughters, 7-year-old Makenzie and 2-year-old Myla.

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KIDS IN THE HOUSTON MARATHON JOSEPH N. CHORLEY, MD – TEXAS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

In 1972, participants for the inaugural Houston Marathon ran five loops around Memorial Park for a crowd of approximately 200 people. Over the past 46 years, it has grown to become the biggest running event in the city, drawing thousands of runners and spectators from across the world to Houston every year.

The anticipation leading up to the race and the overwhelming feeling of accomplishment from crossing the finish line can be life-changing for many. The lure of the Houston Marathon isn’t exclusive to the adult population, but also includes the pediatric population. While the benefits of completing a marathon are attractive, I think the first and most important aspect is safety in the short and long-term for both kids and adults.

Is it safe for young runners to participate in the 26.2mile course?

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them to the finish line by completing the race unsupervised. If the plan is to stick together, this needs to be understood by all parties and followed through, no matter what happens. Parents might need to do a little more speed work to keep up!

Why would kids want to run a marathon?

I was recently involved in some research evaluating young runners who ran the marathon and their reasons for participating. The responses varied – some were seeking a challenge in upgrading from a half marathon and some wanted to spend time with their parents who were training.

If a kid has sufficiently trained in preparation for the marathon, and it’s something they truly want to do, I believe they are more likely to succeed.

Should kids dedicate time to training for the marathon?

What’s the cost?

Training for a marathon takes time, energy, preparation, education and dedication, which will all come with the exclusion of other priorities. You must consider the costs.

I don’t think training should come at the expense of school responsibilities, sleep and time with family and friends. We live in a society that suggests we can “have it all,” but in reality we don’t have 36 hours in a day. If we did, we would want a 48-hour day!

Training is difficult/intense.

Can kids handle it?

The easy answer is yes, because many kids have done it before. I think the better question is: “Should my kid do it?” Kids aren’t just small adults, and there are special considerations for young runners because of this.

KIDS DON’T SWEAT AS EFFICIENTLY AS ADULTS, SO THEY’RE

MORE LIKELY TO OVERHEAT. HEAT STRESS DURING THE RACE MUST BE CONSIDERED.

Growth: As kids are growing, especially during puberty, their bodies are rapidly changing. This also changes the biomechanics of running. These small, biomechanical complications repeated for 26.2 miles will become exacerbated when kids are fatigued and can lead to injury.

Psychological burnout: Do you have trouble getting your kid to spend 45 minutes on a task?

If so, do you think they would enjoy running

for 4-5 hours? In reality, many kids don’t have the dedication to spend six months preparing for an event, and that’s OK. We don’t need to expect our children to be in the top 99 percentile for everything. Otherwise, we’d have to reinvent statistics because everyone would be above average.

Ability to regulate body temperature: Kids don’t sweat as efficiently as adults, so they’re more likely to overheat. Heat stress during the race must be considered.

So, do you think your child should run a marathon? I can’t give you an absolute answer, but like many things in life, completing a marathon should be more about the journey instead of the destination. If regular running is part of the journey, then the marathon could be another milepost along the way. Remember the ultimate goal of youth participation in sports should be to promote lifelong physical activity, recreation and healthy competition skills that can be used in all facets of future endeavors. 1

Normal body function: It’s not normal for young women to stop having periods because they run too much. I know this has been an “expected” part of distance running, but the stress of training can easily overpower the body’s ability to maintain normal function.

In the long run, this can have serious impact on bone health, too.

Nutrition: Kids are growing, so they need adequate intake to fuel the developing body. The stress of running many miles needs to be considered for this basic need.

A very simple rule – your child needs to consume at least 100 kilocalories for every mile ran. Less-efficient runners might need even more!

To learn more about Texas Children’s Hospital, visit www.texaschildrens.org Joel S. Brenner and the Council on Sports Medicine and Fitness. Overuse Injuries, Overtraining, and Burnout in Child and Adolescent Athletes. Pediatrics June 2007; 119 (6) 1242-1245.

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BAZU WORKU

2018 Chevron Houston Marathon Men’s Winner

BIRUKTAYIT DEGEFA

2018 Chevron Houston Marathon Women’s Winner

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1:06:39 1:07:58 1:06:29*** 1:09:44 1:10:48 1:09:53 1:08:26* 1:16:19 1:09:41 1:11:47 1:11:57 1:11:42 1:11:53 1:12:36 1:10:55 1:17:03 1:21:37

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*** United States Soil Record

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AMBASSADORS

Jaime Aparicio

Leah Egwuatu

Fren-Mark Banes

Heather Foley

Jaime Aparicio is a physical therapist at Memorial Hermann’s Ironman Human Performance Lab. His clinical practice and love for the outdoors is what drew him to the sport of running, where he quickly fell in love with the Houston running community.

Leah is a native Houstonian, fitness trainer, runner, instructor, social media influencer, and busy mom of three.

Fren-Mark is a runner, engineer, motivator, entertainer and amateur karaoke singer. He believes the best part about marathon weekend in Houston is that it literally brings our widespread running community together in one small area, centralized at the GRB!

Heather has participated in 5Ks to 100+ milers in different countries around the world, and the only one that she keeps coming back for year after year is the Chevron Houston Marathon. This year will be her 10th Houston Marathon despite having relocated to Pittsburgh, PA. From the moment people start posting screen shots of their registration on social media, to when the flagging goes up downtown, to the race day volunteers that always make her tear up at least once during the race, she loves every moment.

Jaime also enjoys teaching at Rice University and traveling the state as the Medical Director for Trail Racing Over Texas. The 2016 Chevron Houston Marathon was his first marathon and in 2018 it became his first Boston qualifier – third time’s a charm! When he is not serving the running community, Jaime can be found eating Texas BBQ, enjoying the Texas Hill Country, or fishing the beautiful clear waters of South Padre Island.

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Houston Marathon weekend is near and dear to Leah’s heart! She looks forward to participating with her family every year; she runs because she wants to inspire her children to never back down from tough challenges and to face them head on. This online inspiration is always eager to share her healthy recipes, fit tips, and workout routines, all while shedding a realistic yet funny and positive light on balancing fitness and motherhood. Leah is currently living out her passion by captivating and inspiring over 70K women and men to become healthier versions of themselves.

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The main reason he wanted to be an ambassador is because of the energy spike in this city from all the runners, supporters and coordinators coming together at the events throughout the weekend.

His goal is to help make this annual Houston event as big and exciting as possible!

But, her favorite part is celebrating with her fellow finishers over an ice cream sandwich, biscuit, and chocolate milk in the GRB after the race. This year will be a different journey as she connects with and builds a new running tribe in a city that is new while she trains for the marathon in a season that is also new to her… a snowy, icy winter! “2019 Legacy Finisher, here I come!”

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AMBASSADORS

Paul, Stephen & Matthew Izzo Family is very important to the Izzo brothers. Despite currently living in different cities, they still manage to meet up for various marathons across the country. They’ve run everything from 5Ks to Ultra- marathons together and they are excited for Houston to be the next challenge.

Running has brought them closer together as a family and is what keeps their bond strong. “We’re so thankful to be a part of the running world.” They strive to keep their mindsets light, passionate and as positive as possible, and they are so excited to be a part of the Houston Marathon ambassador team. Be sure to find them running at the EXPO as they work toward their goal of running 100 miles over the course of Houston Marathon weekend, all to raise funds for the Houston Marathon Foundation.

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Stephanie Kuzydym

Ryan Terry

Lauren Stroud

Two years ago, Stephanie found herself staring at her cereal bowl, feeling defeated and wondering what to do with her life. A friend encouraged her to go for a run, so she laced up and hasn’t stopped since.

When Ryan ran his first Houston Marathon in 2015, he knew it wouldn’t be his last.

Attending the kickoff party is what sparked his interest about becoming an ambassador.

Lauren is very familiar with Houston area road races and participates in many throughout the year. She is excited to represent the Houston Marathon this year as an ambassador to share her journey. In August Lauren gave birth to her first baby and began training four weeks after!

She joined Will’s Hills and Bayou City Road Runners in 2016, and immediately found her Houston support crew. She’s run four marathons, guided a visually impaired athlete in the New York City Marathon through Achilles Houston and volunteers with Achilles. She loves lining up in the starting corral with the Pace Team leaders and seeing so many gathered to run the streets of Houston. Running has taught her that despite what life throws at you, a run will always move you forward–both by the mile and by clearing the mind.

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At the party he had the opportunity to mingle with runners from diverse age groups and a variety of cultural backgrounds. Diversity is what he thinks makes Houston such a great place to live and another reason why he loves Houston so much.

She is a Skechers Performance ambassador and has participated in the Aramco Houston Half Marathon in 2006, 2007, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2017 and 2018. The 2019 Chevron Houston Marathon will be her second marathon but her first one in Houston.

It means a lot her that it’s close to home. The support the Houston Marathon gives is like no other!

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AMBASSADORS

Leanne Rosser

Bonnie Caulfield

Mark Barr

Carolina Muriel

Leanne loves everything about Houston Marathon weekend, especially how everyone gathers to encourage and uplift the runners. Being a runner for the past 10 years has taught her first hand that hard work, dedication, consistency, patience and goal setting is the key to obtaining success.

The Houston Marathon has been a part of Bonnie’s race calendar since 2005!

Whether she’s competing or volunteering, it’s an event that has the ability to bring her family together every January. She knows that each year she’s in for a fantastic weekend full of community, sport, and pushing limits- all the things she loves about running.

At the age of fourteen, Mark Barr lost his leg to bone cancer but that hasn’t had an impact on his love – and his ability to compete – in sport.

He competed as a collegiate swimmer for Cal Poly, and represented Team USA as a swimmer in the Athens and Beijing Paralympics before he ever considered running.

Carolina is a Venezuelan girl living with intention! An adventurous runner who loves life, family, beach, animals, food, technology and diversity.

Running is a very challenging sport for many, and she learned very quickly about the love/hate relationship that comes with it. After she finished her first marathon in 4:47, she never knew she had it in her to be capable of a PR of 3:42. It surely didn’t happen overnight, but She says, “Anything worth having is worth fighting for.

I’m living proof for the underdog. It CAN be done.”

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Currently she’s focused on marathons and full distance triathlon in her fitness regimen. She loves the opportunity to see hard work pay off and looks forward to encouraging others on their journey to RUN HOU.

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Then in 2009 Mark received his first running leg from the Challenged Athletes Foundation and has been competing in Elite Paratriathlon ever since.

It wasn’t until more recently that he began to compete in road running events. Mark’s first ever half marathon was in Houston in 2017 and he returned in 2018 to best his personal record. When he isn’t training, he works as a registered nurse in the Trauma Surgical ICU at Ben Taub General Hospital.

Mark’s favorite place to train is Memorial Park and he’s looking forward to expanding the Athletes with Disabilities program in Houston by being a voice for adaptive athletes.

What she loves the most about Houston is its people and the very active community that is always challenging themselves together – they inspire her every single day. It’s this passion and community that makes her so proud to be an ambassador. She believes it is all of HOU representing and living their amazing experiences, challenges and histories that makes the Houston Marathon weekend of events so special. So much love!

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AMBASSADORS

Jeff Douse

Anastasia Hansen

Lindsay McClelland

Sarah Pepper

Jeff Douse is returning for his second year as a #HouMarathon ambassador. He is actively involved in the local Houston running community as a coach and co-founder of Houston’s first running studio, RacePace. He is also a lululemon run ambassador at the store in Highland Village.

Anastasia Hansen is an avid runner, yogi, blogger and Houston connoisseur.

She was an ambassador for the 2018 Aramco Houston Half Marathon and this year marks her third year running the event.

Lindsay is a digital marketing professional, yoga teacher, former collegiate swimmer, marathon runner and fitness blogger. Her running adventures have taken her to 15 marathons (and more half marathons than she can count!), including the 2018 Boston Marathon.

Lindsay has shared many of her races, including four start lines in Houston, with her dad who began running at 57 years young!

Mix 96 DJ and veteran Aramco Houston Half Marathon Ambassador Sarah Pepper has been a runner for most of her life. Sarah ran cross country with her brother in high school, but her running faded into the background after she graduated.

She teaches yoga at Revolution Studio and loves when runners come to her classes (mark your calendars for her class at EXPO!). Lindsay catalogues her fitness adventures and stories from Houston’s running trails on her blog, Loving Life on the Run.

After the tragic loss of her brother in October 2010, running became a way to honor his memory. Sarah runs the Aramco Houston Half Marathon as her first event each year. It acts as her “top of the hour,” setting the tone for the entire year.

Jeff’s passion for running is backed by his hope of building a community centered around training and education that helps all levels of runners achieve their goals. Jeff is also a RRCA certified run coach and coaches runners in both group and individual settings.

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After playing water polo for eight years, Anastasia made the transition to land sports and became a certified yoga teacher and started running consistently in 2014. She regularly writes about Houston and travel at It’s Not Hou It’s Me (ItsNotHouItsMe.com).

An unofficially-official ambassador for the city, she loves to bring the best of the world to Houston and the best of Houston to the world.

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ON THE ROAD

TO RECOVERY Plan for race-day recover y before you reach the starting line.

For months, you diligently complied with your race day training program, slogging through unmerciful heat and humidity to boost distance and endurance.

minutes after you cross the finish line to maintain the blood circulation. Your body needs to deliver oxygen and nutrients to your muscles.

You carefully followed your eating plan and built your schedule around weekend long runs, while hoping nagging aches and pains you withstood, and tried to shake off or ignore, weren’t signs of serious injuries.

Your arms and upper body might be sore, too. Try loosening up with some shoulder shrugs and over-head arm stretches as you collect the medal you worked so hard to earn and make your way through a slow-moving crowd.

Now that your race is just hours away, it’s time to think about the last, and probably most neglected training phase, recovery.

Without proper race recovery, you can increase your injury risk and end up sidelined from running longer than expected.

“The cool down is just as important as the warm up,” Duke said. “Don’t just stop moving. Also, think about foot care and what shoes you’re going to put on after the race.”

“Recovery starts before the race,” said Jace Duke, manager of Houston Methodist’s Athletic Training Services Department.

“There are some things you can start to look at before you go run a marathon. The biggest is replenishing fluids and staying hydrated through the race.”

Recovery Starts Immediately

Long-distance races, especially marathons, significantly stress the body. Almost everything — muscles, hormones, tendons and cells — gets pushed beyond limits, whether you’ve run 20 marathons or none.

You probably already know from training your legs will tighten and ache so badly that walking down from a curb to cross a street will require Herculean effort. Keep walking about 30

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Follow your fellow runners toward the volunteers giving out water and other postrace foods and beverages as well as finisher shirts. Keep going to the family reunion area to meet your proud loved ones and friends.

Bring Dry Clothes

You will quickly cool off, no matter how hot you feel after crossing the finish line because you will be wet from head to toe after sweating for miles. There is almost nothing worse than the chill and shivering that set in after long-distance running.

Put on warm clothes you brought in your race bag or have family and friends bring some with them.

“You’re muscles tighten up even more quickly when it’s cooler,” Duke said. “Try to stay warm to prevent soreness.”

POST-RACE RECOVERY Postrace Refueling

Some runners have voracious postrace appetites. Others can’t stand the thought of eating after crossing the finish line.

After the Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon, H-E-B serves a hot breakfast to racers, while other volunteers offer a variety of foods and drinks, such as bagels and chocolate milk, to help runners rehydrate and refuel. You’ll probably find something you can eat right away or take with you for later.

Or have family or friends bring your favorite go-to, postrace snack or beverage. You’ll have what you want when you’re ready for it.

As you continue your recovery after race day, eat a balanced diet to rebuild your damaged muscles.

“Your diet before a marathon is different than what it is afterward,” Duke said. “During a race, you burn through carbs, fat and protein. You need to understand the replenishment phase and know the order of what you need to replenish your body.”

He suggested eating a salty ham sandwich and drinking chocolate milk, if your diet allows, to get the protein you need for muscle repair after a race. Eat some nuts to get some unsaturated, or good, fat.

Ask for Help

Some runners, even the most experienced ones, barely cross

the finish line. Volunteers often ask runners whether they need help, especially those who come in limping or appearing close to collapse.

At the Chevron Houston Marathon, you’ll find a medical area staffed with health care professionals almost immediately after you cross the finish line. Don’t be afraid to ask for help if you can’t make it to the medical tent.

“There are medical tents throughout the race,” Duke said.

“Trust your instincts. Ask for help if you think you need to.

Those people are there to help you.”

Temporarily Change Your Routine

After the race, you’ll hardly be able move your legs, and you might lose a toenail. Despite that pain, you intend to quickly resume running because it has become part of your life. Plus, you worry you’ll gain weight from calories that running burns.

Your body goes through lots of stress when training for and racing a marathon. After the race, give yourself time for recover by trying different sports and cross-training, such as swimming, cycling or yoga. Take up to four weeks off running to properly recover and decrease injury chances.

“Don’t do anything that requires running,” Duke said. “People try to jump back in with both feet. But you have to be able to taper before a race and taper back into training. You need to put your body back together so you can do this again.”

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SPACE CIT Y RACING Nearly 80 percent of American runners run to stay healthy or to stay in shape. Relieving stress and having fun through social running groups are top reasons runners often cite when asked why they continue to run. But there is a small segment of that 80 percent who have a dream, and more importantly the drive to become elite.

Throughout the years, coaching programs, track clubs and various long-distance training groups have been created across the world to develop these runners and their talents. Now, Houston joins those ranks with the founding of its newest professional sports team, Space City Racing.

on elite development that also provide support and coaching.

With athletes spread across many of the Houston Area Road Running Association (HARRA), it was important that this new team did not alienate ourselves from the community to continue to attract runners. As the idea continued to spread, Neff was introduced to Emma Kosciak and Coach Rod Azadan who were the missing pieces to the puzzle. They were able to provide athlete support from their previous experiences working with athletes and from their experiences as a part of the

Space City Racing is striving to push athletes further than they ever have before. The team is currently comprised of coaches, scientifically rooted athletic professionals and 12 long-distance running athletes. They have an ambitious goal of putting as many Houston-area athletes on the starting line of the 2020 Olympic Marathon Trials as possible.

The Houston Marathon Committee’s (HMC) love of running spurred us to interview Space City Racing (SCR) to find out exactly what they’re about, and what this team means for Houston running.

HMC For those who don’t know, what is SCR? SCR Space City Racing is a performance oriented team of

Houston’s fastest and most promising athletes training with the support of a coach, management, and fellow teammates to compete at national and world class levels in middle and long-distance running.

HMC How did the idea for SCR come about?

SCR The club came from necessity. Houston has many talented

competitive Boston-area club environment. With those pieces finally in place to Neff’s vision, Space City Racing was born, and the community welcomed their new professional sports team in October 2018. Rather than competitors to the local club scene, SCR is viewed as a stepping stone for all Houston runners to graduate to and currently boasts representation from six of HARRA’s clubs through its 12 athletes.

The Houston running community is massive and already has dozens of clubs, but no competitive teams specifically focused

HMC Tell us about some of your training methods and how the program will get your athletes to the front of the finish line.

SCR We really make it a point to be a science-based training program that is utilizing all the available testing and data metrics to improve our training. Coach Rod is currently finishing his doctorate at the University of Houston while also managing the performance laboratory – something that all our athletes go through as part of the onboarding process and continued testing. Utilizing tests, like metabolic (energy usage

and hardworking athletes that were training as “satellites” on their own. After organizing many weekend long runs with local elites, SCR co-founder Calum Neff decided to start a Facebook group where everyone could plan additional workouts, runs, pacing duties, and share resources. The group, Houston Endurance Athlete Running Team (H.E.A.R.T.), quickly grew as the local resource of training at a higher level, but there was always a larger vision in mind.

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and efficiency), the athletes can dial in to the correct training intensities and key focus areas for improvement with reliable follow-up test results. This allows checking-in on progress without disrupting training which is normally done with a race requiring taper and recovery weeks. In addition, the team also trains with heart rate monitors and tracks overall fitness and fatigue through online data analysis. The team has most recently partnered up with Physio Athletic Club – a new group of physical therapists in Houston to ensure our athletes are staying healthy.

HMC Who are some of the athlete’s you are working with?

SCR The one consistency (and requirement) across our team of athletes, other than being fast, is that they are genuine and humble people, involved in the community and are here to support each other to represent Houston, Texas. We have a strong and young group of women who are right on the edge of reaching the Olympic Trial Qualifying (OTQ) Standard in the marathon. Allie Shaich and Melissa Fairey are two up and comers who just this year debuted in the marathon with impressive times in the low 2:50’s.

On the men’s side we have a sub 1:50 half miler and NASA engineer, Josh Jones, looking to compete for Korea as a dual citizen, Calum Neff, a Canadian with three Guinness World Records and a 2:22 marathon PR in Houston, and large group of up and coming Texans, Houstonians, and a few from out of state. Drew Bean is one of those athletes who showed huge potential in his youth winning the Texas State UIL cross country championships and personal best times of 2:24 and 1:06 in the marathon and half both run here in Houston.

HMC Sets your athletes apart from other competitors?

SCR Our athletes compete at the highest level but remain

approachable and enjoy interaction with the local Houston running community. Space City Racing looks forward to sharing their training and racing journey.

HMC Is there a way of following your athletes to track their progress?

SCR You can find us across social media with the handle @SpaceCityRacing and via our website for more information www.spacecityracing.org.

HMC Will you be hosting any events Race Day weekend?

SCR Look for our athletes around EXPO and the speaker stage throughout the weekend! We’ll have athletes in everything from Saturday’s 5K to Sunday’s Half and Full Marathon. Outside of that you’ll find us carb loading like the rest of the city!

“All of us here at SCR encourage local running enthusiasts to think of this team as your team,” says founder Emma Kosciak.

“We have athletes who have active engagement with the running community, and we absolutely want to keep that strong!”

Needless to say, these athletes will be ones to look out for on race weekend and throughout the entire year!

LET’S MEET SOME OF THE TEAM! CALUM NEFF: Athlete/Assistant Coach, Founder One of the 12 current SCR athletes, Cal is a three-time Guinness World Record holder in running and ran cross country and track at the University of Houston.

EMMA KOSCIAK: Team Director, Founder Emma is a Management Professional and endurance sports enthusiast.

ROD AZADAN: Head Coach Rod is a sports scientist at the University of Houston’s human performance laboratory.

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Houston Marathon Legacy Runners Hundreds of thousands of runners have participated in the Houston Marathon since its inception in 1972 and many of those runners continue to come back year after year. To honor these dedicated runners, the Houston Marathon Committee created the Houston Marathon Legacy Program – an exclusive group of runners who have completed ten or more Houston Marathons or Houston Half Marathons exclusively in that event distance. Today there are more than 1000 active* Houston Marathon and Half Marathon Legacy Runners. See if you recognize any of them below! Names are in alphabetical order by the number of athlete finishes. *To be considered an active Houston Marathon Legacy Runner, runners must have 10 or more Houston Marathon or Houston Half Marathon finishes and the last race they’ve completed must have been in 2016 or after.

Jack Lippincott Rick McMahan Arlen Isham Charlie Viers Stephen McNeil Boris Balic Lonnie Brauner Maria Camacho Robert Eury Roger Boak Manuel Gonzalez Rudolph Rendon J P Reed Jesse Smalls John McClung Susan Rouse Tony Allison Will Hrachovy Brian Jenison Charles Moore Daniel Jason Larry McPhillips Robert McDowell Don Padilla Gene Wilson Steve Boone Charles Scheibe James Simmons James Tuscany Michael Johnston Paul Roche Richard Evans Robert Hoekman Fred Steves Paul Cooley James Thurmond Joe Pierce John McKenna Leslie Hale Lupe Gomez Randall Keith Rich Fredrich Robert Hughes William Schneider Andrew Bach Bob Kirkpatrick Carlos Reyes Dan Dick David Stephens Jesus Pequeno Larry Teeter Michael Danke R Don Ruggles Ralph Rohena Terry Green Evelina Stenroos Glenn Heumann Gunnar Sanden John Colico Larry Lindeen Malcolm Gibson Anthony Mireles Darryl Anderson Eddie Espinosa Elva Lafuente Gregg Felts Harry Pang

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Irene Binash Jeff Nash Jim Carlson Kathryn White Kenneth Ruane Matthew Padon Michael Holcomb Roger Souders Thomas Steets Tosone Harbin Dalton Pulsipher Grant Hodges Jeffrey Miller Jim Buchwalter John Yoder Marc Phillips Philip Ballmann R Joe Ybarra Ronnie W Watkins Steve Hasson Suzy Seeley Billy Mathias Carol Schmidt Doug Earle Edward Montana Fred Hall Gary Marsh Mark Nash Robert Dunn Robert Simon Brad Moore Carl Richard Carole Uttecht Dale Lee David Martinez David Stockton Elaine Bobigian Estella Tam Harry Sokolow Jonathan Tydlacka Michael Luna Michael Root Milburn Breazeale Nicolas Meza Rick Routzon Rollie Smith Timothy Nielsen Victor Aguirre William Bounds Barbara Stoll Benjamin Mayer Chris McWatt-Green Claire Greenberg David Torres Eric Raschke Gloria Mahoney Holly Stewart Hugh Blake J Carlos Medrano John Henneman

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Alberto Mendoza Annie Hadow Ben Sopchak Brian McQuin Cathy Beavers Chung Lee Dale Kelley Dan Shuff David Work Deb Clifford Freddy Queen Freddy Thompson German Collazos

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Juan F Garcia Lee Topham Michael Connelly Michael Felchak Nancy Winchester Paul Lopez Peter R McNamara Peter Schipperijn Ramon Rodriguez Rick Hollis Robert Hahn Rudy Gonzalez Sergio Leonardi Stephen Baumgartner Stephen Hetmaniak Ted Jodzio Terrie Gorney Tim Davison Todd Wandling Ven Nguyen William Hall William Henderson Abi Pineda Agapito Gaytan Bill Butzner Dena Sokolow Donna M Allotta Doug Roufa Egbert Nelson Eunsup Kim Frank Marriott Garibaldis Ramirez Hannah Vu Herb Lipsman Jack Torregrossa Jeff Gosmano Jeff Hall Jeff Wang Joe Melanson Joe Stark Larry Simon Lenord Burns Mark Elvig Maurice Jett Peter H Steelman Ralph Cunningham Romulo Gianan Sally Sims Theresa Bueno Tom Nguyen Valerie Lawrence Vincent Kowalski William Moeller Akira Nishikawa Alan Garms Anthony Toh Arburn Cain Benjamin Proko Brad Godwin Chris Duggan Christopher Haeckler Craig Fox Curtis Childs Donna Fink Francisco Garza Gloria Hernandez Jackie Carrasco

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Jay Milton Jim Harrington Joe Killeen Kimberly Harvey Les Ellsworth Lisa Korsten Malinda Hernandez Max Mendoza Michael Pantoja Miguel Correa Pamela Page Peter Donohue Scott Hines Thomas Okazaki Tony Van Wanda Buxton Wendy Clark William Schick Arthur Perez Beate Blakset Ben Harvie Billie Bobbitt Brenda Hilton Brenda Menzdorf Brendan Reynolds Candice Trimm Chris St Jean Connie Lawrence David McGeehon Denise Sadberry Donna Palmer Dunbar N Chambers Eric Etheridge Gary Hebert Grant Bue Howard Stone Jacob Tonge Joel Barr John Ray Jose Amador Jose Oviedo Kahn Grice Keli Williams Kim Pham Kimberly Pilcher Kirk Norton Leonard S Raphael Leslie Coleman Lisa Gonzalez Maribel Aguilar Mary Castellucci Mike Clark Pam Promecene Rayman Lee Rick Saldana Rochelle Ray Ross Attleson Sondra Gajevsky Stacy Smith Stan Liu Stuart Kessler Susan Bell

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William Broderick William Reihle Adam Mihalick Adrienne Pauly Alan Tillotson Andre Phillips Andy Brock Camille Fitzsimmons Carlos Reyes Carrie A Pedersen Cathi Jack Cathy Kimble Cesar Pena Chris Boeker Christopher Ankrum Dave Faber David Nemoto Denise Mitrano Doug Schroeder Elaine Ver Halen Ernest Valero Frances McKissick Francisco Balbuena Gary Horn Gerardo Leal Glenn Osterwisch James Graham James M Leonard Jean Hofschulte Jed Nuchtern Jill Burnside Joanne Ripple Joe Schwieterman John Friday John Newcaster John Spiller Jonathan Phillips Jose Reyes Karen Berglund Kari Henry Karla Johnson Kathryn Williams Kent Heck Kristen Koudelka Luis Salinas Michael Defee Michael Digennaro Michael Velotas Orin H Lewis Paul Ehrsam Rachel Rollins Richard Tuttle Rick Thibodeaux Robert Mitchell Robert Thompson Robyn Wolverton Ron Berglund Ron Petti Rosi Benitez Rueben Alaniz Ryan Colburn Steve Goodweather Suresh Shah Suzanne Chivari Timothy Feges Vanessa Servantes Alan M Cramer

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Anissa Nash Anthony Hernandez Asad Jaffri Avi Moss Barry Richardson Becky Peel Bernadette Tretta Bijou Chacko Bob Eng Bob Entwhistle Bob Pentuk Brian Claar Catherine Bequette Chad Wilson Charles Smith Claudio Rodriguez Dan Jordan Darrell Sterns Dave Stadnick David Cook David Park David Rose David Underwood Donald Buckholt Elizabeth Mendiola Eric Schaefer Gerald Waltman Gordon Mishler Grady Harrison Iain Wallace James Wiley Jeff Higgins Jennifer Singletary Jesse Dehoyos John P Anderson John Plenger John Powers John Simpson John Slate John T Bryson Jones Ramsey Jorge Alvarado Jorge Maya Julieta Martucci Karen Beyer Keith W Earle Kenneth Halligan Kristin Collins Laura Aguilar-Ramirez Leland Anderson Leo Henny Lilia Vazquez Lori Rutledge Marc Levin Marc Williams Marcus Stevenson Marisa Maxey Mark Coleman Melissa Akin Melissa Hurta-Crites Michael Bayer Michelle Crossley Mitzie Caulfield Mohammed Dekiouk Molly Atlas Randy Peters Raymond Tam

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Rebecca Martinez Reggie Bruhn Richard Carroll Richard Zainfeld Roger Torres Scott Alexander Seetharama Reddi Sue Wheeler Tomas Aguilar Tricia Hernandez Valerie Boessling Vincent Attanucci Wayne See Zack Blailock Alfredo Marcial Amie Durden Angus Gillespie Arthur Brown Barbara Callistien Barbara Santi Belinda Borgers Benji Durden Blake Samuels Bob Myers Brook McClain Carol Gray Charlie Case Cheri Payne Chris Gerow Chris Madsen Cindy Knox Cindy M Torres Cristy Drotts Daniel Cantu Daniel Kundiger Dao Nguyen David Blake David Colvin Doan Pham Elizabeth Fluker Fernando Grimaldo German Garcia Ginger Trimble Knox Henry Chen Howard Bookstaff Hugo Palencia Italo Eggenberger James Grace Javier Lucero Javier Velez Jeffrey Lanier John Galey John McWhorter John Porter John Wagner Juan Galvan Juan Jaramillo Junichiro Kono Karen Lancer Kelly Colosimo Kevin Butler Kurt Ramsauer Leroy Melcher Linda Calles Ly Phan Mark Berman Mary Citro

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LEGACY RUNNERS

Mary Lee Mims Michael Pogson Michelle McGill Michelle Meyer Mike Masse Neil Duffin Oscar Rodriguez Paul Movroydis Peri Kowal Phyllis Aswell Ramon Sanchez Raul Munoz Ronald Arrington Ruth Fields Sandra Simmons Scott Balin Scott Brian Sherry Trent Silvia Valdes Slava Nekrasov Sonia Rocha Star Epps Stephen Costello Stephen Holmes Steve Schroeder Steve Wisner Susan Khoobiar Thomas Fons Ute Eisele Yen Nguyen Alex Montoya Andras Feszthammer Andy Watson Angie Jacobs Anne Merriman Anthony Chu Antonio Lopez-Perla Bob Sease Brett Snyder Brian Stonesifer Bruce Smith Caroline Chamness Carolyn J Kundiger Cindy Ramirez Cortney Hebert Dan Doan Daniel Gonzalez Daniel Zamora Daron Peschel David Bennett David Meyer David Simmons David Thomas Deborah Sparks Don Goodell Doris Sponseller Doug Bugner Doug McRorey Douglas Durand Enrique Rincon Eric W Pearson Esther Contreras Garmond Joe Garret Vandenbelt Gerry Cashiola Greg Park Gregg Frashure Hamilton Hadebe Heather Spicer Hitoshi Onda James Hunderup James R Vernon James Walker Janet Marshall Jason Bone Jeffery Cook Jeffrey Carlyle Jeffrey Nachenberg Jennifer Mendenhall

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Jerry Hammervold Jim Busse Jim Tincher Joe A Larsen John Miller John Parry Jose Medina Joyce Holz Julio Quintana Justin Wood Karen Boman Kazuhiro Oka Keith Beeman Kelly Lout Ken Merenda Kerry Walsh Kevin Kline Kirk Mahoney Larry Buzo Laurie King Lisa Coley Luis Rodriguez Luisa Jimenez-Warren Mamie Foster Manfred Roenz Mark Perry Mark Phillips Marty Yost Matthew Maples Matthew Smith Melvin Neely Michael Fleming Michael Wisner Mike Urban Mosley Momie Nhu Tran Nicholas Tofilon Pam Anderson Pamela Paling Patricia Curtis Patrick OConnor Peter Janele Peter Nieman Peter Norris Peter Vu Phi Nguyen Priscilla Fierro Rich Martucci Richard Wilson Robert Tysdal Robin Coyne Rosendo Briones Ryan Simpson Sandra Carley Sarah Lawler Sarah Lunsford Scott Harrell Scott Ringer Selena Henderson Sharon Prentice Shirin Farahani Sonia Sood Stephen Kallus Steve Biancardi Steven Stone Steven Tuttle Subbu Venkat Thomas Rodgers Thomas Tsan Thuy Moon Todd Hunter Tom Geczik Tracy McLauchlin Vicki Melnick Whitney Hinton William Marshall Adessa Ellis Alan Dsouza Alberto Gutierrez

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Alice May-Sexton Alicia Fernandez Allyson Weimer Amanda Nelson Andrew Henderson Anne Litsey Atul Shah Barnabas Nemec Binghui Li Blake Henning Brad Hunt Brenda Blumrick Brent Eilerts Bruce A Mansur Camille Yarbrough Carol Hirt Charles Clutter Chris Adams Chris Allen Chris Robbins Christoph Mannheims Christy Pundt Cindy Sosa Coy R Campbell Curtis Turner Daniel Brueggert Darwin Williamson David Allen David Durham David Schaider David Tucker David Wigle Dean Shaw Devin Brown Dora Martin Dorothy Goforth Douglas Ashmore Douglas Botkin Dung Quach Ed Bickley Edward Albrecht Elizabeth Horton Ellen Chu Eric Chi Erin Alwon Esmeralda Mixon Gavin Cunningham Geoffrey Lussier George Rivera Gerselda Bourgeois Gina Willard Glori Morales Greg McLauchlin Helene Huckaba Jaime Castro Jaime Rangel James Sierra Jami Kuder Jason Currie Jeff Sangalis Jeff Streets Jennifer Robinson Jerry Mak Jim Surratt Joe Lance Joe Martinez John Camp John Magsipok John Primacio John Vanderzyl Jose Mezones Joyce Villarreal Juan Elizondo Justin Sternberg Kami Ranney Karl Lieberman Karly Simmons Kevin Copeland Khoi Nguyen

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Kiet Huynh Kimberly Chapman Kotesh Rao Kristin Pham Kristine Braddock Larry Caudillo Larry Gilmore Lars Larsson Laura Rooney Lily Trevino Lindsay Marsh Lisa Hollier Mario Fantini Mark Froneberger Mark Sobus Mary Love Massimo Marinelli Meredith Canada Meredith Macnaughton

Meredith Riede Michael Burell Michael Csikos Michael Donohue Michael Gonzales Michael L Gullikson Michael Oehler Michelle Buzo Mike Meyers Mike Nguyen Mohamed Elwassimy Molly Upton Monica Kervandjian Natalie Guerrero Noel Han Omar Sesay Pat Bradley Paul Aleshire Paul Daly Peter Heinze Peter Hinton Peter Nguyen Quentin Wingert Rahul Reddy Rand Mintzer Ray Jones Refugio Trejo Reji George Rex West Ricardo Posada Richard Gonzales Rick Reynolds Ricky Mitchell Rob Hill Rodney Nabors Roger Espinoza Samantha Cayton Sean McMillan Shahzad Khan Sharon Lovdahl Sim Cuevas Stacy Holden Stacy Sloan Stanley Manuel Steve Davis Steven Howard Thi Nguyen Thomas Stelzer Timothy Nolan Todd Whittemore Tom Pessarra Tuan A Nguyen Vincent Cannizzo Vivien Presswood Xabier Rebollo Yoshi Hakone

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Half Marathon Legacy Runners Nathaniel Collins Scott Zarley Alan Hopkins Ann Wacker Carol Madrid Charlotte Dudley Diane Bell Don Burney John Polisini Olivia Brown Sesh Bala Stephen Oneil Angela Hemmen Anne Court Carolyn Galfione Catherine Usry Douglas Kelly Frederick Dwyer Gail Edmonson Ingrid Hoyle John Wilson Julie Grissett Karen Riede Lisa Berman Mark Hemmen Mark Wege Michael Chicka Pamela Holmes Paula Floeck Ray Bednar Russell Meyer Sally King Sean Cochran Sharon Newquist Sheila Bahr Sonny Mims Susan Sternberg Suzanne Armour Barbara Dwyer Barbara Lowndes Brian Shah Connie Clark Daniel Hu Darrell Nichols David Epperson Hans Mayer Henry Amin Janae Evans Jill Tischbein Joslynn Newton Kathy Clarke Keith Cox Lena Adams Michael Bridgehouse Michael Lacy Nancy Ordonez Paul Wetherold Robert Kiber Ron Shaver Rusty Lacy Sophie Rydin Vickie Rickman Al Garcia Amy Barbuto Arthur Madrid Bill Featherston Catalina Garcia Christine Henry Cindy Featherston David Hinkley Debby Currin Fran Blanton

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Gloria Hinton Gordon Schott Jayne Olthuis Jennifer Nitschmann Jennifer Pao Jenny Hutchinson Jesus Jijon Joann Peeks John Beath Julie Baucum Julie Krampitz Julie Rutledge Laura Kohlmaier Luis Armenteros Lynn Detrick M.J. Becher Mark Whittemore Marlene Shakra Michael Kerley Michael Mangan Nan McCreary Nelda Garcia Paul Erickson Robert Crissman Robin Holcomb Sandy Payne Susan Gutkowski Susan Scarrow Thomas Herren Vernita Harris W H Harrison Walter Wolff Anita Balderas Barbara Colton Barbara Reynolds Barbara Smith Berna Blott Bill Oneill Brigid Boyd Cale Kobza Carlos Hidalgo Carolyn Roberts Charlotte Noto Cindy Pearse Claudia Crawford Dana Blankenship Dana Dilbeck David Brackus David Clarke David Conklin David Wood Debbie Hunt Deborah Straughan Debra Sukin Debra Witges Dee-Dee Terry Dennis Turnipseed Dona Dietlein Elizabeth Benson Franz Grunenberg Ginny Willis Horng Lin Jan Cohen Jane Wallace Janis Kinison Jannelle Prieve Jennifer Chalfant Jill Norris Jocelyn Aventurado

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Lorri Wolff Mark Mann Mary Anne Ramos Mary Dominique Melissa Elijah Melissa Fitzgerald Michael Johnson Michele Williams Mike Schroeder Missy Maxwell Ned Graber Patrick Goemans Paul Green Peter Lawler Razelle Kurzrock Rhonda Hunt Sridhar Madala Steve Fanos Theresa Hendrikse Tracy Stoker Victoria Jackson Vincent Aurelio Walter Won William Sleeper Adrianne Shanks Alberto Barroso Alicia Stobbe Allen Watson Alvaro Meza Amy Johnson Ann Kampschmidt Anna Shreves Anna-Marie Levy Annamarie Clark Arthur Hernandez Becky Walker Billie-Kay Melanson Brenda Llewellyn Calleise Johnson Camie Berglund Carlos Chinfong Cathy Dice Ceri Posamentier Chris Raif Collin Cox Connie Paulino David Kreiner Dawn Renken Deborah Hendrix Dele Adebayo Dorota Jankovsky Edward Standige Elizabeth Hawkins Elizabeth Myles Eloise Scanterbury Eric Alfuth Eric Stewart Erin Megna Florie Bici Gerald Meyers Gina Learner Gloria Solomon Greg Hatch Ines Nemoto Ira Colby Jacob Cherian Jan Whitehead Jennifer Lightsey Jerry Goodwin Jim Sansone Jimmy Straughan Joan Bowman

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John Martin Jonathan Goodwill Karen Kane Karen Yale Kerry Hand Lance Cooper Lara Gwyn Laurel Kirkland Leticia Llanas Marie Maurice Mark Metz May Ng Melissa Patangia Michael Devine Michael Martin Michele Still Michelle Nixon Monica Ehrmann Monica Kennedy Nancy Dale Pam Baker Pankaj Desai Peggy McElroy Peggy Roe Presley Good Richard Bryant Richard Lin Rozina Damani Ryan Tibball Sandra Aguilar Sandra Wiebe Sandy Meyer Sarah Lee Shauna Abernathy Shelly Hahn Sheri Curran Shon Prejean Stacey McHenry Steven Myles Susan Cournoyer Teresa Burell Teresa Ramirez Terry Gaul Timm Burgess Tommy Doss Vic Vacek Wesley Wiebe White Jee Win Edwards

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GOING GREEN

It’s Easy to be Green The Houston Marathon Committee (HMC) has a long-standing commitment to environmental and social sustainability that includes striving for zero waste, reducing the event’s carbon footprint, encouraging inclusion and accessibility for athletes of all abilities, and supporting local, nonprofit charities.

We encourage you to take the first steps to become a steward of sustainability with these tips!

Fix your leaky faucets and showers. ONE DRIP EVERY SECOND ADDS UP TO

Turning off your water faucet while brushing your teeth and shaving can save up to 4 gallons of water per minute.

1,800

Installing low flow shower heads can

Replace bottled water with tap water.

We use compostable cups along the course at all refueling stations.

OF WATER PER YEAR

Laptops can use up to 80% less energy than a desktop.

Energy used to produce, deliver and dispose of junk mail produces more greenhouse gas emissions than 2.8 million cars. Go to OptOutPreScreen.com to reduce the amount of junk mail you receive.

Change your lightbulbs to Compact Fluorescent or LED. One bulb can reduce up to 1,300 pounds of CO2 during it’s lifetime.

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The clothes you discard along the course are collected by volunteers and donated to Houston-area charities.

H-E-B donates any leftover food items to the Houston Food Bank

When traveling, be sure to turn off your thermostat, water heater, and unplug your electronics. You’ll save energy and money.

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Here’s how we do it!

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SAVE 60% WATER

Install ceiling fans. Relying on fans over air conditioning could save up to a ton of CO2 emissions over your lifetime.

The Houston Marathon is a Gold Certified event.

Use old pet water to water your plants.

Work with transit district to provide free or subsidized mass transit on event day.

Volunteers along the course collect waste and sort by trash, compostable, and recyclable.

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1% OF THE WORLD’S POPULATION WILL

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RUN A MARATHON IN THEIR LIFETIME. THAT NUMBER SEEMS SMALL GIVEN THAT MOST OF US LIKELY KNOW AT LEAST ONE PERSON, IF NOT MANY, WHO HAVE ALREADY COVERED THE DISTANCE. BUT WHAT HAPPENS WHEN 26.2 MILES JUST ISN’T ENOUGH? FOR SEVERAL YEARS NOW AND COUNTLESS MILES, THE IZZO BROTHERS HAVE BEEN RUNNING TO FIND THAT OUT. Paul, Stephen and Matt, are an ultra-running trio who have been challenging themselves and pushing the limits of brotherly competition – and they just so happen to be Houston Marathon Ambassadors. As adults living in different cities, they regularly use their love of running to stay in touch and to meet up to run various events across the country. Together they have run nine 100 milers, fourteen 50 milers, four 66Ks, three 50Ks, and 47 marathons. And it’s this love of running and community that has found them at their next challenge!

Having successfully run three 100 mile races, the brothers wanted to challenge themselves all while raising awareness and donations for an organization that supports exactly that love and drive for the sport. They knew immediately the Houston Marathon Foundation was an organization they could make an impact with, so they decided to challenge themselves by creating their own Houston Hundred.

Beginning Saturday morning, Jan. 19, the Izzo Brothers will be running 100 miles over two days at the Houston Marathon Weekend of Events. They will run their first 73.8 miles on a treadmill Saturday at the Houston Marathon Health & Fitness EXPO

presented by Texas Children’s Hospital and Houston Methodist and finish the remaining 26.2 miles of their journey when they toe the line of the Chevron Houston Marathon. This is without a doubt a new challenge for them as none of the brothers have ever run more than 16 miles on a treadmill, and to add to the challenge, the trio has never run a 100 mile race while taking a night off.

But this is where you come in. To help encourage them on their way to their Houston Hundred finish they want you to run with them! NO! Not the entire 100 miles…. The Izzo Brothers need you to run alongside them at the Houston Marathon Health & Fitness EXPO by making a small donation (every cent counts) and hopping on their extra treadmill to run alongside them for a few feet, a few miles or just a few minutes. The brothers’ hope is that our Houston runners can put in the miles and make their extra treadmill hit 100 miles before the day is out on Saturday!

If you would like to hop on to the challenge, swing by the Houston Marathon Foundation booth #753 across form the Texas Children’s Hospital and Houston Methodist booths at EXPO. ChevronHoustonMarathon.com

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HALL OF FAME

Dan Green

THE HOUSTON MARATHON COMMITTEE (HMC) HAS ELECTED DAN GREEN, THE FIRST WINNER OF THE HOUSTON MARATHON IN 1972 AND PROMINENT HOUSTON RUNNING FIGURE, INTO THE HOUSTON MARATHON HALL OF FAME. GREEN WAS BE HONORED BY THE HMC ON NOV. 14, 2018, AT THE 2019 HALL OF FAME RECEPTION. years, Lawrence made a significant impact on Green, including coaching him to become the first winner of the Houston Marathon in 1972. Under Lawrence’s guidance, Green went on to win countless titles including every Amateur Athletic Association (AAU) Gulf Championship race distance.

“I am flattered and humbled to be inducted into the Houston Marathon Hall of Fame. To follow in the footsteps of the great Al Lawrence into the Hall of Fame is beyond my comprehension. Words cannot describe how I feel,” said Green on his induction.

“I am flattered and humbled to be inducted into the Houston Marathon Hall of Fame. To follow in the footsteps of the great Al Lawrence into the Hall of Fame is beyond my comprehension.”

A native Texan, Green graduated from Pearland High School and went on to attend the University of Houston (U of H) where he participated in cross country and track. It was at U of H where Green met distance running coach Al Lawrence, 2017 Houston Marathon Hall of Fame inductee. Over the course of the next 20

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Green has dedicated more than 48 years of his life to Houston running through racing, coaching and building running clubs and communities. He is the Coach and founder of Team Green Running, where he has trained top athletes such as Wilkerson Given, the 2018 men’s top American finisher at the Chevron Houston Marathon. He is also currently coaching an Olympic Development Group, a master’s group, a youth track and cross-country group, a mother’s group, and a beginner’s running group.

“Dan has been a fixture on the Houston running scene for almost a half-century, beginning with his victory in our very first race, continuing through his stewardship of the very successful Woodlands High School cross country and track and field program, and now culminating with his management of Team Green. The Houston running community is the richer for Dan’s many contributions,” said Chevron Houston Marathon Race Director and Board President Brant Kotch. “It is an honor for us to recognize and celebrate his achievements through this induction.”

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HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES 2019

Dan Green

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Tom Koch Allen “Yogi” Jogerst

2017

Al Lawrence

2016

Susan Poorman Blackie

2015

Carl Moerer

2014

Denny Morse

2013

Bob Eury

2012

Montie Grimes

2011

Pat Hogan-Korge George Kleeman

2010

Sandra Grimes Rob Mock

2009

Gloria and Harry Mcleod Cy Strong

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Austin O’Toole Pete League David Hannah James Ketelsen Tom and Mary Anne McBrayer Jack Lippincott

THE HOUSTON MARATHON FOUNDATION

(HMF) IS WORKING TO EDUCATE THE RUNNING COMMUNITY ON HANDS-ONLY CPR. It’s our goal to educate and train as many people as we can to be familiar with Hands-Only CPR and to have the most participants, volunteers and spectators on the 2019 Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon courses, who can help save lives.

As of race weekend the Houston Marathon Foundation has trained over 2000 people to take action and perform Hands-Only CPR through live demonstrations at local races and events. And, as part of their partnership in the Houston Marathon Foundation’s program, We Run Houston, 20 schools of students ages 11 to 18 have also been trained.

And, in addition to the local Houston and student populations, the HMF has tasked themselves to train all volunteers inside the George R. Brown Convention Center and three water station race crew teams. The Houston Marathon committee members will also be trained before the race at an annual planning dinner. After race weekend the goal is to have trained and educated more than 7,500 people on the lifesaving technique of Hands-Only CPR.

To learn more simply ask a volunteer and review the graphic to the left!

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SPECTATOR’S INFO

Commemorate Their Big Finish Fond Memory Graphics offers medal engraving for $20 on-site inside of the GRB Convention Center just past the Family Reunion area in Hall A. If you miss Fond Memories Graphics after the finish line, you can mail your medal, and have it engraved

Broadcast Coverage

within the week for an extra $5 shipping fee.

Tune in to ABC-13 Houston from 7-10 a.m. for live coverage of the Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon on Jan 20. Then catch the race day recap special at 10:35 p.m.

Live streaming will also be available on abc13.com and ESPN3.com, or download the Watch ABC or WatchESPN apps for live mobile coverage.

Plants n Petals Plants n Petals is offering “good luck” and “congratulations” fresh-cut flower arrangements and wrapped bouquets for purchase online and on race day.

For delivery to hotel, home or office go to pnpflowers. com; or call 713.840.9191. Plants n Petals will also

OFFICIAL

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Marathon App

have floral bouquets available for purchase on race day from

Download the Chevron Houston

7 a.m. – 2:30 p.m in the GRB in the runner reunion area in Hall A.

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Find Your Favorite HOOPLA Join official Run for a Reason charities, rock bands, belly dancers, Elvis impersonators, school marching bands, radio stations, cultural community centers and cheerleaders, along the course at your favorite spectator location to entertain and motivate runners on to the finish!

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June 30, 2019

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Runner’s Guide to Race Day RACE DAY IS FINALLY HERE! HERE ARE SOME HELPFUL TIPS TO MAKE YOUR RACE DAY STRESS-FREE. ARRIVE EARLY! The George R. Brown Convention Center (GRB) will open at 5 a.m. The Houston Police Department will begin closing streets along the course at 5:30 a.m., so participants who plan to drive to the event should plan ahead and be familiar with the downtown street closures. A parking map and list of downtown street closures is provided on page 24.

Protestant Church Service (Hall C) and Catholic Mass (Hall D) will be held at 5:30 a.m. inside the GRB. CHECK YOUR GEAR CHECK BAG. Detach the “gear check” ticket from the top of your race bib and affix it to the gear check bag you will be checking at the Gear Check area (Hall C and D).

Remember that you may only check the gear check bag you received at the EXPO at Gear Check. All checked gear must be picked up by 2:30 p.m.

GET TO THE START LINE EARLY. Head to the start line at least 30 minutes before your corral gate closes. “A” corral gates close at 6:45 a.m., “B” and “C” corral gates close at 7 a.m. The letter on your bib corresponds to your assigned corral start.

Once in your assigned corral, seed yourself with the pace sign of your expected pace per mile. Check out the start line map for directions on how to get to each start line area from the GRB. And remember, your timing B-tag is attached to your bib so don’t remove it!

2019 START LINE MAP CHEVRON HOUSTON MARATHON ARAMCO HOUSTON HALF MARATHON

GEORGE R. BROWN CONVENTION CENTER

HAMILTON

HALL A

HALL B

HALL C

HALL D

HALL E

PORT-ACANS STRETCHING ZONE

MINUTE MAID PARK

AVENIDA DE LAS AMERICAS

CORRAL D CORRAL C

CORRALS C&D LAST CHANCE FOR PORT-A-CANS

CHARITY VILLAGE

CRAWFORD

DISCOVERY GREEN PARK

MAP LEGEND

LA BRANCH

LA BRANCH

Corral

Fence

Path to Corral

Corral Gate

Security Checkpoint

Port-A-Cans

(All bags entering Marathon venues may be subject to search)

SAN JACINTO

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WALKER

CAPITOL

TEXAS

PRAIRIE

PRESTON

CONGRESS AVENUE

CAROLINE

CORRAL A

Corral A Gate close 6:45 AM

DALLAS

Corral A

Port-a-cans will be available just before entry to corrals

7:01 Marathon & Half Start For more information, visit the Course Information section of houstonmarathon.com

CORRALS A&B LAST CHANCE FOR PORT-A-CANS

CAROLINE

Line up behind the appropriate pace sign within your assigned corral

6:45 Corral A Gate Closes 7:00 Corral B Gate Closes 7:15 Corral C Gate Closes

Corral B Gate close 7:00 AM

ALL CORRALS LAST CHANCE FOR PORT-A-CANS

START LINE

SCHEDULE

AUSTIN

CORRAL B

McKINNEY

Corral B

RUSK

AUSTIN

HILTON AMERICAS HOTEL

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LAMAR

Corral C

CRAWFORD

RUN FEST

MARRIOTT MARQUIS HOTEL

RUSK

CONGRESS

JACKSON

Corral C Gate close 7:15 AM

GEAR CHECK

TEXAS

Corral D

CHENEVERT

SMILE! Capture your accomplishment and get a finisher photo taken in the GRB runner entrance, just inside Hall E. Don’t forget to take your photo before leaving because you won’t be able to go back.

MEET UP WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS! Designate a place to meet your family and friends after the race. We encourage you to use the reunion area in Hall A of the GRB. Alphabetical signs (A-Z) will be hung throughout the hall to help you locate your finisher. Runners should encourage friends and family members to meet them after the race under the first letter of the runner’s last name. Connect and then head to RunFest in Discovery Green to celebrate with Michelob Ultra.

GET YOUR WELL-DESERVED FINISHER SWAG! After completing your race, official marathon finishers will receive a medal, mug and a Skechers finisher shirt. Half marathon finishers will receive a medal and a Skechers finisher shirt. 5K finishers will receive a medal. To claim your merchandise, detach the “finisher ticket” from the bottom of your bib and turn this ticket in at the finisher merchandise area inside the GRB. Finisher items will not be mailed.

CELEBRATE! Head out to RunFest presented by Michelob Ultra on Jones Lawn in Discovery Green Park just outside the GRB. This festive atmosphere is a great place to meet up with friends and family, hang out, and relax after the race. With a variety of vendors representing the Houston area, RunFest will be the perfect place for you and your family to celebrate crossing the finish line.

You can also visit with over 20 official Run for a Reason charities and local running clubs. Let’s party!

ENJOY A HOT, FRESH MEAL FROM H-E-B. For 20 years we’ve partnered with H-E-B to provide every runner with a free post-race meal! Come celebrate the your milestone after you cross the finish line. Participants can receive a hot, fresh meal and other refreshments at the H-E-B Food Court. Stop by the H-E-B Patio to redeem the ticket from the bottom of your race bib for an ice cream sandwich and other snack too! The H-E-B Food Court will close at 2:30 p.m.

2019 FINISH LINE MAP CHEVRON HOUSTON MARATHON ARAMCO HOUSTON HALF MARATHON

MAP LEGEND

GEORGE R. BROWN CONVENTION CENTER

Race Route

HALL A

Spectator Amenities

HALL B

HALL C

RUNNER REUNION

Entry to Runner Reunion

HALL D

H-E-B FOOD COURT GEAR CHECK

MEDICAL

Security Checkpoint (All bags entering Marathon venues may be subject to search)

NEED TO CROSS THE COURSE? Use the pedestrian crosswalk.

2:30 PM

HILTON AMERICAS HOTEL

MARRIOTT MARQUIS HOTEL

CHARITY VILLAGE

CRAWFORD

FINISH

DISCOVERY GREEN PARK LA BRANCH NO CROSSING

AUSTIN

DALLAS

1:30 PM 2:00 PM

GRB Opens Charity Village Opens Race Start We Are Houston RunFest Opens Course Closes We Are Houston RunFest Closes Charity Village Closes GRB Closes

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LAMAR

5:00 AM 5:30 AM 7:00 AM

PRESENTED BY: GREEN MICHELOB ULTRA PARK

McKINNEY

SCHEDULE

CROSSWALK

RUN FEST DISCOVERY

WALKER

For spectators arriving after 7:30 am we recommend parking north of Rusk

SPECTATOR PARKING AFTER 7:30 AM

• Plan to meet under the first letter of the runner’s last name

AVENIDA DE LAS AMERICAS

RUSK

• Alphabetical signs will be clearly visible

SPECTATOR PARKING AFTER 7:30 AM

Security Fence

Meet your friends and family in Runner Reunion after the race

HALL E FINISHER SHIRTS

NEED TO CROSS THE COURSE? Use the crosswalk at San Jacinto and Lamar.

2 BLOCKS

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Houston Marathon Health & Fitness EXPO presented by Houston Methodist and Texas Children’s Hospital JOIN MORE THAN 55,000 VISITORS ON JANUARY 18-19 AT THE EXPO IN THE GEORGE R. BROWN CONVENTION CENTER. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, THIS FREE, TWO-DAY EXPOSITION FEATURES OVER 90 VENDORS WITH OFFICIAL RACE MERCHANDISE, THE LATEST RUNNING APPAREL, PRODUCT SAMPLES, HEALTH AND FITNESS INFORMATION, Q&A SESSIONS WITH INDUSTRY EXPERTS, AND MUCH MORE!

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SPACE #

PROFILE NAME

SPACE #

PROFILE NAME

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One More Mile National Running Center Sweet Spot Skirts Myobuddy Massager 361 Degrees Fleet Feet Houston Army HelloFresh Campus Quilt Comapny National Running Center USA-Sport Eyewear Infinite Alchemy Gear Ram Racing Renewal by Andersen of Houston Active Pacific Bondi Band Real Time Pain Relief BGC Racing The Lasik Vision Institute Progressive Pain and Rehabilitation Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon SportHooks LLC Fond Memory Graphics AURIA Power Home Remodeling Group Dyson Enterprises The Woodlands Marathon Marathon Tours & Travel RUNVAN® John Medeu The Vitamin Shoppe Minute Rice Green Mountain Energy Texas Independence Relay Sweaty Bands Fitletic High Performance Fitness Zip Hers Finish Line Sports Skechers Performance Chevron 5-hour Sample, LLC NormaTec UCAN BFF PRO Ribbon Medal Display

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AfterShokz Global Exchange Peloton Run Houston! Race Series & Bayou City Half Marathon Series GU Hawaiian Moon Topgolf PRO Compression Big Sur International Marathon KT Tape Bee Cause Charms Trinity River Run Finish Line Travel Perfect Fit Meals LasikPlus Pinnacle Performance Eyewear Aramco Services RaceDots RooSport Magnetic pockets Navy Federal Credit Union Divas Running Series BEDGEAR Another Mother Runner Houston Marathon Autograph Booth Houston Marathon Foundation Houston Methodist Texas Children’s Hospital Resort Vacations Inc. Camp Gladiator RPI Marketing Airrosti RA Sports Management Marathon Charms & Gifts Digital Vacation Quest State Farm Massage Envy 4D Medi-Dyne Snowdrop Foundation, Inc. Houston Bcycle H-E-B Matrix Fitness Space Center Houston Texas Children’s Hospital Family Fun Run LTI

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BY THE NUMBERS

THE GEORGE R. BROWN CONVENTION CENTER Known to local Houstonians as the GRB, is the signature-indoor pre- and post Race Services Area that runners have grown to love at the Houston Marathon Weekend of Events. But transitioning the 1.8 million square foot building into the home of the Houston Marathon Weekend of Events is no easy task! Here is an inside look at the GRB by the numbers for race weekend:

1,000

SIGNS

Are placed throughout the GRB to help direct runners – that’s about one sign for every 3 runners participating in the Houston Marathon Weekend of events.

11,670ft

1,560ft Is the length of the GRB. You would only have to run back and forth across the building just over 22 times to complete a half marathon.

1,100+

HOURS

The total time it will take 20 volunteers from Tuesday Sunday to oversee the build out and tear down inside the GRB. They are the first boots on the ground of the event site and the last to leave Sunday night.

On average, a Build Team member puts between 13 and 20 miles EACH DAY on their feet during GRB build-out.

PORTABLE

RESTROOMS

Amount of fencing that is placed on the first floor of GRB to define runner areas – that’s 2.21 miles of fencing!

330

+

Are brought in over race weekend – enough to comfortably accommodate 33,000 people over a span of 9 and a half hours.

1,200+ Volunteers will serve Chevron Houston Marathon and Aramco Houston Half Marathon runners inside the GRB on race day.

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RACE DAY INFO

Code of Conduct & Safety Information SAFETY IS OUR TOP PRIORITY. THE HMC WORKS CLOSELY WITH LOCAL PUBLIC SAFETY AGENCIES TO PROVIDE A SAFE AND SECURE EVENT, PLEASE REVIEW THE IMPORTANT INFORMATION BELOW FROM OUR RACE OFFICIALS. PACKET PICK-UP All runners must have a valid, governmentissued photo ID to pick up their packets.

Participants are limited to picking up ONE additional race packet for another person.

BAGGAGE INSPECTION/ GEAR CHECK On race weekend, all bags and items may be subject to search. To expedite lines and avoid bag searches, we discourage bringing any bags other than the race-issued clear Gear Check Bag. Clear Gear Check Bags will be provided to all registered runners at Packet Pick-Up in the EXPO. Runners may check their clear Gear Check bag in the GRB on Race Day. Clear bags containing other bags will not be accepted.

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run in groups of more than three abreast.

Do not stop abruptly for any reason. The wearing of headphones is discouraged.

COURSE TIME LIMITS Participants are not allowed on the course after the streets are reopened to vehicular traffic. If you fall behind the pace, you will be asked by HPD to take the race-provided SAG transportation to the finish area.

MOBILE DEVICES Do not stop to take photographs on the race course or on the finish line. The use of selfie sticks is prohibited for your safety and the safety of those around you.

START CORRALS No bags of any kind will be allowed in the start corrals or on the course.

‘Camelbacks’ or other similar hydration systems are allowed.

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES If you see a runner in distress, offer assistance and alert the nearest race official. If the situation appears to be urgent, call 911. Visit our website to learn about Hands-Only CPR and how you can help save a life!

RUNNING ETIQUETTE Be considerate of those around you and be aware of your surroundings. Do not

SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING If you see suspicious behavior, make the

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call. Notify a race official, uniformed official or call 911.

ESSENTIAL EVENT RESOURCES FOR IMPORTANT RACE UPDATES • Download the 2019 Houston Marathon mobile app and Click “Ok” to receive notifications.

Push notifications may be sent out with important race alerts.

• Follow the Chevron Houston Marathon Facebook page and Twitter account • Visit www.HoustonMarathon.com • Tune to Channel 13 (ABC13) or www.espn3.com on race day from 7 – 10 a.m.

• Visit www.abc13.com on race day beginning at 7 a.m. to watch a live stream of the elite race and the finish line cameras.

In case of emergency, the above resources will be the best places to receive the latest information about the 2019 events.

RACE DAY INFO

Prohibited Items

FOR THE SAFETY OF OUR RUNNERS, VOLUNTEERS, SPECTATORS, SPONSORS AND VENDORS, THE FOLLOWING ITEMS AND ACTIONS ARE PROHIBITED FROM ALL RACE WEEKEND EVENTS AND VENUES:

WEAPONS OF ANY KIND • Firearms; the carrying of firearms is prohibited at race weekend sanctioned events, in addition, firearms are explicitly prohibited in Discovery Green and in the George R. Brown Convention Center in race weekend licensed areas, which include, but are not limited to the EXPO and all race day areas.

Please note: There are many venues used throughout race weekend that have their own rules and regulations regarding the carrying of firearms and other items; these rules are beyond the control of the HMC. • Knives, including, but not limited to: swords, spears, daggers, sabers, bowie knives, any knife with a blade over five and one-half inches and machetes • In addition, any item that could be considered dangerous including, but not limited to: mace, tasers, knives, bats, tools, and sharp objects.

BAGS • Only the official clear bag provided at packet pickup will be accepted at Gear Check on race day.

• No bags of any kind will be allowed in the start corrals or on the course.

‘Camelbacks’ and similar hydration systems are permitted.

• Except as is provided in this section, bringing bags of any type is discouraged.

• All bags are subject to search.

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MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS: • Costumes that cover the face and any bulky costumes that extend beyond the body • Unmanned aircraft systems, drones, photography mini-copters • The taking off and flying over of any part of the course is a violation of HMC controlled property and will be considered trespassing. In addition, all photographs and video recordings of the event are considered property of the HMC. • Selfie sticks and other hand-held extension poles for cameras and mobile devices that are not attached directly to the user • Flammable liquids, fuel, fireworks, flare guns, explosives • Alcoholic beverages and illegal substances of any kind • Animals, including pets Questions about service animals?

Email marathon@houstonmarathon.com.

• Glass containers • Coolers • Headphones - the HMC highly discourages the use of headphones on the race courses. If you are wearing headphones, make sure you can hear what is going on around you and be aware that emergency vehicles may be on the course at any time.

• Strollers, bicycles, roller blades/skates, skateboards, wheelbarrows and wagons Any item with wheels, beyond what is allowed in the Athletes with Disabilities division of the events • Props and anything that may pose a tripping or safety hazard or may divert the attention of a runner from the road or other runners on the course Examples include, signs, sports equipment, and oversized flags or flagpoles • All participants are subject to the USATF and IAAF Competition Rules.

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BANDIT RUNNERS • Only registered runners wearing their personally assigned bib may participate in the Chevron Houston Marathon, Aramco Houston Half Marathon and We Are Houston 5K. • No one is permitted to be on the race courses without an official race bib for the event in which they have been registered.

• In addition, registered participants are prohibited from crossing the finish line with anyone who is not wearing an official race bib, including children.

• The Houston Marathon does NOT allow the transfer of registrations/bibs to others. If you are unable to participate in the marathon or half marathon, you have the option to defer your entry to 2020, through Saturday, January 19 at 6pm CT. • Registered runners who give their bib to another person and the person to whom the bib is given will be disqualified and prohibited from participating in subsequent Houston Marathon events for a minimum of two years. * The Houston Marathon Comittee, Inc. reserves the right to prohibit additional items/actions in order to preserve the safety of our events and participants.

Participants who violate the above rules may be disqualified and banned from participating in future events.

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