The 5th
Annual Race for Breath Lung Cancer 5K Run/Walk,
1 Mile Walk, and Kid's Fun Run
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Race begins at 9:00am
Virginia Beach Boardwalk
Introduction
The Race for Breath is sure to bring out good competition, as well as those who
support the cause. A kid's fun run adds to the festivities. Proceeds of this
event benefit The Lung Cancer Alliance, the only national non-profit
organization dedicated solely to advocating for people living with lung cancer
or at risk for the disease.
Race Packet Pickup Information
We strongly encourage participants to pick up race packets the day before the
race at Final Kick Sports from 3:00-7:00 p.m. Final Kick is located in the Marina Shore Shoppes on W. Great Neck Rd. near Shore Drive. (2242 W. Great Neck Rd. Virginia Beach, VA 23451). www.finalkick.com
Packet pick-up will be available the morning of the race. Registration
opens at 7:30 a.m. and the event will begin at 9 a.m.
Race Location and Course Map
All Race events (ceremonies, registration, race, etc.) will begin and end at 24th Street on Atlantic Avenue at
the Virginia Beach Oceanfront.
View a Course Map (PDF)
Safety Reminder
For the safety of all participants, our insurance company requests that
headsets, inline skates, and pets not be allowed on the course. For safety
reasons, participants with strollers/baby joggers are strongly urged to join in
the 1 mile walk.
Directions and Parking on Race Day
From Interstate 64:
Take 264 East to the Virginia Beach
oceanfront (which ends at Atlantic
Avenue). Turn left on Pacific Avenue (one street before Atlantic Avenue)
and continue to 24th street.
Free parking is throughout the oceanfront at this time of year; there is also
free parking at the 25th street
parking lot. Plan to arrive prior to 9:00 a.m. to allow plenty of time to park!
Hotel Accommodations
Courtyard by Marriott
Oceanfront South
– 1 block from the starting line!
2501 Atlantic Ave.
Virginia Beach, VA
23451
757-491-6222
or 1-800-321-2211
Double & King Rooms $114
**
Mention RACE FOR BREATH when making your reservation to secure the group
rate discount.
Teams and Pledges Welcome
NEW this year are TEAMS! Friends, families and co-workers are encouraged to form teams and participate
in the race together. Teams can honor loved ones who have battled lung cancer, represent schools or neighborhoods or
simply provide a fun, healthy way to socialize while supporting a great cause. A
team consists of 5 or more people. All team members must register PRIOR to
October 29, 2008. A Team Award will be given to the team with the MOST
registered members!
Race Awards and Prizes
*Awards will go to the overall top fundraiser, as well as the top male and
female fundraisers. Download your 2008 Pledge Form here and start collecting now!
*Awards for the 5K Run
will be presented after the race to the:
top three male and top three female cancer survivors overall
top three male and top three female finishers overall
top three male and female finishers in the age groups listed below:
19 and under
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60 and over
*A $100 gift
certificate to Final Kick will be given to the overall top male and female
runners.
*A 1 year Membership to Gold's Gym Chesapeake will be given as an
award to the winner of the "Middle of the Pack."
*
Awards will be given to the Kids that participate in the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
* NEW this year...A Team Award will be given to the team with the MOST registered members!
* Raffle Prizes will also be available to win. Tickets will be on sale at packet pick-up, as well as the morning of the race!
Race Timing and Results
The 5K Run and 5K Walk will be "Chip" timed by the Tidewater Striders. In order to receive an official time you must pick-up your "Chip" the morning of the race.
Official race results will be available shortly after the race and at
www.tidewaterstriders.com
Race Photos
TriDuo.com Photographers will be on the course, at the finish line, and throughout the event capturing your moment. After the race you
will be sent an email with a link to your race photos. Race photos will be
available through Tri Duo!
www.triduo.com
Kid's Activities
MY-GYM Children's Fitness Center will be at Race
for Breath with their Monkey Mascot!!! There will also be games, an obstacle
course, and a 1 Mile Kid's Fun Run!
