On August 31, 2008, the first annual Half Madness 13.1Half Marathon will take place in historic Batavia, Illinois. Batavia, celebrating it's 175th anniversary, is in Chicago land’s far west suburbs situated along the historic Fox River.
Whether you are embarking on your first half marathon, looking for a scenic Fall race, or looking for a great warm-up race for the Chicago, Milwaukee and Twin Cities Marathons, this is the race for you!
Race organizers have put together a rolling course that will bring athletes through historic Batavia, Illinois, and along the Fox River. The course was designed to give first-time half marathoners a less-crowdeed alternative to other Chicago half marathons while also presenting a serious challenge for experienced runners looking to get their feet wet before their main Fall event.
All Half Marathon runners will receive:
If online registration is not possible you may also download
this form and return - Offline Registration
Athlete Advantages
FOOT MECHANICS
303 N 2nd Street, Suite 10
St. Charles, IL 60174
630-740-6331
www.foot-mechanics.com
ssimmering@sbcglobal.net
Board Certified pedorthist, marathoner and veteran runner for over 30 years, Shelley Simmering, is offering a unique opportunity to those beginning and advanced runners alike who have elected to run the Foot Mechanics Half Madness half marathon. "Being proactive about injury prevention is smart for all runners of any age" and of course, "getting the right orthotics and shoes for those who have struggled with injury over the years is essential to staying in the game". At Foot Mechanics "we are motivated to make this race the best race you've ever had!" Take advantage of this unique opportunity to work with one of the only pedorthic facilities in the country devoted to the endurance athlete.
Foot Mechanics half marathon package to race entrants includes:
A thorough examination performed by a pedorthist uniquely trained in the biomechanics of the lower limb
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Video taped gait evaluation tailored to the runner and analyzed by a runner
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Shoe and orthotic recommendations that match YOUR biomechanics
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A chance to become a runner or an opportunity to finally run injury free!!
Package price to entrants: $250.00
What's a pedothist? Go to www.foot-mechanics.com
NAPERVILLE RUNNING STORE
20 West Jefferson
Naperville, IL 60540
630-357-1900
www.runningcompany.com
The quest for fitness never stops, and no one understands that like Naperville Running Company. Voted the top running store in Chicagoland and Top 50 running store in the U.S., Naperville Running Company has earned the reputation for providing the best in shoes, clothing and accessories for runners, walkers and triathletes so they can attain their personal goals. Stop by the store, located in the heart of downtown Naperville, and our expert staff will assess your size and gait, discuss your needs and help you find the right gear. Naperville Running Company offers a wide selection of the latest shoes, apparel, nutrition, sunglasses, hydration systems, and heart rate monitors to help you performyour best.
10% Discount to anyone who brings in their race entry confirmation (no other discounts apply, excludes sale items)
GINSBERG CHIROPRACTIC
1795 w. state st., ste D (inside the Chicago Title Bldg)
Geneva Illinois, 60134
www.kidchiro.com
daveg@kidchiro.com
Serving tri-city athletes since 1994. We specialize in complimentary health care for children and adults. Dr. Ginsberg has helped many adult and kid athletes in the area to recover from injuries and achieve their best times. We combine chiropractic adjustments, massage therapy, exercise rehabilitation and nutritional advice to help individuals get pain free and achieve all of their athletic goals.
Dr. Ginsberg has run several marathons including Boston, 2 time Ironman Finisher and has competed in various multiday adventure races.
ALL HALF MADNESS REGISTERED RUNNERS
CAN RECEIVE A HALF PRICE INJURY EVALUATION
(up to $125 value) OR
$10 OFF A ONE HOUR SPORTS MASSAGE.
Call 232-6400 to schedule today!
(new clients only, offer expires August 31st 2008)
Make this your best race ever!!!!
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