Seattle’s Inaugural Rock-N-Roll Marathon
Seattle is having it’s very first Rock-N-Roll Marathon and 1/2 marathon on Saturday, June 27th 2009. Seattle is the eighth city to join in the Rock-N-Roll Marathon series. This race will be broadcast nationally, showing off how beautiful Seattle is during the summer months. Luckily our summers are never too hot, providing the perfect running weather.
It will be taking the place of the Sea-fair Marathon. Organizers hope to attract at least 15,000 runners, including elite-level international competitors aiming for the approximate $100,000 in total prize money. The course is from Tukwila to Seattle, and scheduled to finish at Qwest Field. After the race, all runners, walkers and event volunteers will be treated to a post-race concert at Marymoor Park.
This marathon is a Boston qualifier. Featuring 70 live bands and 40 cheer teams! To find out more about the Seattle Rock-N-Roll Marathon, visit the website here.
If you live in the Burien area and are interesting in joining a local running group that is training for the 1/2 marathon, send me an email at jdjolly@msn.com (Danita). If you’ve never experienced this level of performance, it is the most exhilarating experience. Here is a picture of me crossing the finish line after 23.2 miles at my very first marathon in Portland.
Why run a marathon or 1/2 marathon? Whether you think you can or not…you can. I went to California to watch my very best friend Julie do her first marathon. As I stood at the finish line, I watched people with prosthetic legs, heart transplants, every age and size cross the finish line. Inspiration overcame me, so after going back home I attempted my very first ‘run’. I was gasping for air after 1/8 of a mile. Completely out of shape and weighing 180lbs. All my friends looked at me like I was crazy and said, “don’t you think your being a little over zealous?” Oh no, I’m going for the gold! It’s not easy and it takes dedication, but the reward is something that no one can take away from you.
