Race Update – Thursday, June 10th
We are excited to present a spectacular event for you starting tomorrow at 12PM with the opening of the Renaissance Race Expo. You will be met by our Patty Peck FIT Crew who are ready to assist you with your packet pick up between the hours of 12 and 7PM.
The Expo will be held at Renaissance at Colony Park at 1000 Highland Colony Parkway. We are located above BellaChes and Material Girls. Click Here to view a site map of Renaissance.
Here are a few things to keep in mind before the race:
Please watch the D Tag Video so that you understand how to properly prepare for the timing of your race. You can watch the video here – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GEww-qXrzEg
The Half Marathon begins PROMPTLY at 6AM and the 5K at 6:15AM. You must be prepared to start with your race. PLEASE arrive no later than 5:30AM to the race site. Over 1,500 racers will be vying for parking space and you must allow for traffic and parking.
Bring a lawn chair! We will provide refreshments and live entertainment. Come ready to listen to the Tom Edwards Band as they cover some of your favorite music.
Stinky Feet Athletics will provide a Kid’s Zone with inflatable games for children to be entertained. We welcome this specialty running store to the community! They will be present at the Race Expo
Fleet Feet of Jackson will provide Trigger Point Therapy demonstrations, last-minute race-day nutrition advice and samples, and $5 dollar technical Fleet Feet shirts that if you wear during the race and your picture is taken, you are eligible to win a Fleet Feet racing Kit.
Expo Vendors will include St. Domincs Health Systems, Patty Peck Honda, Skin Sake Athletic Ointment, Bondi Band, Action Chiropractic, Fleet Feet Sports of Jackson, Stinky Feet Athletcs, Sports ‘n More, Mississippi Track Club, Advocare, Runner’s Fuel, The Club, Dane Rauschenberg, Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Mississippi, Mississippi Organ Recovery Agency and Ridgeland Tourism.
Licensed Dietitian and Director of Runner’s Fuel, Rebecca Farmer, will speak at the Expo at 1PM and 3PM on racing fuel and hydration. Rebecca specializes in custom meal plans for racers wanting to optimize their racing fuel or lose weight. Look for her at the Expo!
Dane Rauschenberg will speak at 2PM and 5PM at the Expo. Dane is an exceptional runner who has run 52 marathons in 52 weeks and just recently finished a 200+ mile race relay as a team of ONE. Look for Dane at the Expo!
Must Be Present to Win – Remember, we are giving away $1,000 to 5 Lucky Racers at the close of the race. You must be present to win the $$!
HYDRATE & HEALTH - Please be prepared for the extreme temperatures by hydrating leading up to the race. There will be 10 hydration stations along the course providing water and Powerade. There will also be 5 medical stations along the course and medical spotters in white shirts with RED crosses and St. Dominic Hospital at each water station.
DO NOT hesitate to seek medical assistance if you are experiencing any difficulty and there is no shame in slowing down your pace to stay safe!
There are many races you could have chosen to run and we are grateful that you have chosen to Run Renaissance. We will be at the finish line ready to hand you a medal, a cold bottle of water and Powerade Zero, feed you bananas, granola bars, pizza, subway sandwhiches, and more!
Happy Racing and Good Luck!
Mark & Robin Simpson
Directors
Marathon Makeover
Renaissance at Colony Park Half Marathon
Run For Life Marathon & Half – 10.09.2010 in Madison, MS
