5k Race
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Amenities
Course Map
Prizes
Medical Support
UNITED WAY 5K
If the training rigors of the marathon or half-marathon are too much, the 5K is an excellent alternative. The 5K has become a very fast and competitive race with a purse offered to the top five (5) male and female finishers.
Date: Saturday, October 16, 2010
Race Start: 8:30 AM
Start Line: Paca and Pratt Streets
Race Limit: 3,000
Restrictions: No age restrictions for 5K.
Chip Timing: The event will continue to utilize the newest timing technology. The D-tag technology offers runners a more streamlined race experience than the traditional chip system. D-Tags are attached to participant bib and clearly marked with the corresponding bib number. This eliminates the need to scan your chip at the expo.
In addition, runners do not need to return the tag and can dispose of it at their convenience. This means no more sitting down to undo your shoe lace just after your run and it also means you no longer have to worry about the $30 charge for a lost chip. On race day, runners simply secure the D-Tag through their shoelaces and they are ready to run.
Packet Pick Up: All runners are required to pick up their packets at the Health & Fitness Expo on Thursday or Friday prior to race day. The expo is located in M&T Bank Stadium for more details, click here. THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP.
Amenities: Runners participating in the 5K will receive the following: Under Armour 5K performance shirt along with post-race food and beverage. Adult runners over the age of 21 will received two complementarty Michelob Ultra beers.
For an Under Armour Size Chart, click here.
Course Amenities include: baggage check at M&T Bank Stadium, free parking for thos ewho arrive early, one (1) fluid stations on the course, toilets at start/finish
Course Map: To view certified map, click here.
Age Groups Prizes: Prizes go to the top three male and female age group finishers for the 5K in each of the following divisions: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70+. There will be no cash purse for the 5K in 2010
Medical Support:
 This year MedStar Sports Health will provide medical support on the course and in the finish line area. The Hopkins staff will include certified doctors, registered nurses, physician assistants and EMTs and will provide the necessary medical attention to any patient in need. We are grateful to have MedStar Sports Health associated with the event.
Gatorade:
 Gatorade Endurance Formula (Lemon-Lime flavor) will be served at each aid station along the course of this year’s race. Gatorade Endurance Formula is a specialized sports drink that contains approximately twice the amount of sodium (200 mg per 8 ounces) of Gatorade Thirst Quencher, along with chloride, potassium, magnesium and calcium to help sustain hydration by more fully replacing what is lost in sweat. Gatorade Endurance Formula also contains a 6% carbohydrate solution (14 grams per 8 ounces), just like Gatorade Thirst Quencher, which research shows is optimal to help speed fluid back into the body and fuel working muscles. Gatorade Endurance Formula is available in 34 ounce and 24 ounce sport bottles at major grocery and convenience stores nationwide, and Gatorade Endurance Formula powder is available at specialty athletic stores and at www.gatorade.com/endurance. For more information about Gatorade Endurance Formula, please visit www.itsonthecourse.com.
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