Instructions - Freihofer`s Run for Women

Instructions
To Runners 2013
EXPO
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MOVED!
Last
Chance Registration is at
the EXPO which has moved
to Convention Hall
Saturday, June 1, 2013, 9:45 a.m. 5 Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY
Albany!
www.freihofersrun.com
Welcome to the 35th edition of
the Freihofer’s Run for Women!
You are part of one of the finest women’s road races in the world.
SAFETY FIRST
In response to last month’s tragic events in Boston, the Albany Police
Department (APD), in conjunction with various local, state, and federal
agencies, announces the following new security measures will be in
place Saturday, June 1st for the 35th anniversary Freihofer’s Run
for Women (FRW):
For Participants
4 Backpacks/coolers/duffel bags will not be permitted
at the race venue.
4 Anything brought on-site, including runners’ items for FRW bag-check,
must be transported in a clear plastic bag for easy inspection.
4 No animals, dogs or domestic pets (with the exception
of service dogs) will be allowed on-site due to the presence
of police dog patrols.
4 Photo identification is required.
4 To avoid delays, it is recommended that people leave up
to 30 minutes earlier to get down to the event site.
“The safety of race participants, spectators, volunteers and residents
remains our top priority,” said Albany Police Chief Steve Krokoff.
Toward that end, the APD is asking race participants, spectators and
residents to be vigilant and report any suspicious activity. Anyone
who sees suspicious activity is asked to call the event’s tips line
at (518) 300-0570.
We appreciate everyone understanding and helping to make this a safe
and enjoyable event.
For 2013 we are expecting 5,000 participants in the Freihofer’s 5K event, an
event record. For the safety of all runners and spectators alike, we ask that
you line up at your anticipated finishing time section. Please be courteous
CapitalCare/CDPHP Health & Fitness Expo
Friday & Saturday, May 31 & June 1, 2013 5 Convention Hall
to fellow runners at the start and do not wear headphones while you run.
No baby joggers or roller blades will be allowed in the event. If you
want your children to participate, enter them in the Freihofer’s Kids’ Run,
it’s free for boys and girls 3-13. The Freihofer’s Jr. 3K Run will take place
immediately following the women’s 5K, at 11:15 a.m. on Madison Ave.
The Freihofer’s Jr. 3K is for boys and girls ages 9-13. It is recommended
that 3K participants have had proper training. Parents will be
allowed to accompany their child in the 3K event.
RUNNING NUMBERS
Pin your number to the FRONT of the outermost article of clothing you
will be wearing during the run. DO NOT CUT, FOLD OR MARK YOUR
NUMBER IN ANY WAY! Doing so may subject you to disqualification.
T-SHIRT, BIB & CHIP PICK-UP
Friday, May 31, from Noon - 7 p.m. or Saturday, June 1, starting at 7 a.m.
at the CapitalCare/CDPHP Health & Fitness Expo in the Convention Hall at
the Empire State Plaza.
take on modern groups; The Dave Matthews Band, Jason Mraz,
and Maroon 5; provides a sound-stage for genuinely innovative
versions of today’s hottest music.” (www.AlbanyAlive.com) For
more information on the band visit funkevolution.com.
BAGGAGE CHECK AREA
You may check your baggage at our baggage check on the Expo.
DO NOT leave valuables in your bags! Bag check-in is a courtesy to the
runners only! All items for bag check must be in a clear plastic bag.
We will have tags and extra bags available. Neither the race sponsor, nor
the baggage volunteers, nor any other entity associated with the race, is
responsible for lost, misplaced or stolen valuables. Runners please be advised
that the bag check area will be open Saturday, at 7 a.m. and closes at
11:30 a.m. After that time, your bags will no longer be attended.
WATER / RESTROOMS
JOAN BENOIT SAMUELSON
Water fountains and restrooms are located on both the Concourse and
Plaza levels. In addition, there will be portable toilets adjacent to agency
Building 1 on the Plaza Level. NOTE: Do to added security measures
portable toilets formerly located at the start line west of the NYS Museum
building have been moved to the Plaza level around Agency Building 1.
RACE DAY ENTERTAINMENT
Last chance registration: Friday, May 31: Noon – 7:00 p.m.
CapitalCare/CDPHP Health & Fitness Expo:
Friday, May 31: Noon – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 1: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Joan Benoit Samuelson will sign autographs on Friday from
6-6:30 p.m. and Saturday from 11:30 a.m.-12 p.m. This is a
once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for you and your family to
meet this world class athlete.
There will be some great bands playing along the FRW 5K course
this year, including, Band of Gold and Acoustic Trauma. Also, Andy
“The Music Man” Morse will bring an exciting mix of interactive
rock and roll family music to the Plaza Saturday morning for Kids’
Race Registration. Kids and kids at heart are welcome!
Then join Funk Evolution for a high energy post race celebration.
Funk Evolution was voted the best local cover band of 2012 by
the Metroland readers’ poll and will be playing a wide range of
great music starting at 10:15 a.m. and going right through the
volunteer party until 3 p.m. “Fueled by the musical stylings of such
groups as Tower Of Power, Earth Wind & Fire, and Chicago ~ FE’s
START TIMES FOR ALL EVENTS
Race Walk 10 k Championships...................................................... 8:00 a.m.
5K Fitness Run................................................................................ 9:45 a.m.
5 k Awards Ceremony.................................................................. 11:00 a.m.
3K JR Freihofer’s............................................................................11:15 a.m.
Sport Walk Clinic.......................................................................... 11:30 a.m.
Kids’ Run Mile, Plaza.................................................................... 12:00 p.m.
“Try It” 3 k Sport Walk................................................................. 12:00 p.m.
Community Walk......................................................................... 12:00 p.m.
Kids’ Run, Plaza.............................................................................12:20 p.m.
ACCOMMODATIONS
This year’s FRW Host Hotel is 74 State, conveniently located on
historic State Street, just blocks from the 5K runs start/finish lines.
For other listings of Albany area hotels,visit the Albany County
Convention and Visitors Bureau web site www.albany.org or call
800-258-3582.
RACE START
Runners should assemble 30 MINUTES BEFORE THE 9:45 a.m. STARTING
TIME on Madison Avenue. The opening ceremony will begin at 9:35 a.m.
There will be a color coded start based on your anticipated finishing time.
On race day, line up in the start section that matches your bib color at
the time indicated. You can begin filling your section as soon as the first
section is called.
THE COURSE
The Albany Police Department, Division of Traffic Safety, will close the
course to vehicular traffic. Study the course map prior to the race. The
course is clearly marked and marshaled. Mile markers are located at each
mile, kilometer markers are located at each kilometer.
MEDICAL
The Albany Fire Department will provide the EMS Services at the finish of
this year’s Walk, 3K, 5K and Kids’ Run. Additionally, Albany Fire Paramedic
mobile units will be stationed around the courses.
WATER STATIONS
There will be two water stations on the Freihofer’s Run Course. The first
will be located just past the mile point at the Washington Park Lakehouse.
The second will be just east of Sprague Place at the two-mile point. There
will be water available at the start and finish area and in the participant
refreshment area on the Plaza Level. All water provided by Price Chopper.
Additionally, Propel will be providing Propel Fitness water at participant
refreshment area.
THE FINISH
A time clock at the finish will give you an approximation of your finish
time. THIS IS NOT YOUR OFFICIAL TIME. Unofficial results will be posted at
the Expo in the Convention Hall near bib & chip pick-up and on the Plaza Level
beside the Outdoor Stage. Go to freihofersrun.com for your 35th anniversary
finish certificate and our expanded interactive results experience.
TIME/SCORING
To be recorded and timed in the Freihofer’s Run For Women, you must
have a bib secured to front of your shirt.
REFRESHMENTS
Post-race refreshments are provided by Price Chopper and will be available
to runners only. Your complimentary box of Freihofer’s chocolate chip
cookies will be given out in the Convention Hall during expo hours. Your bib is
required. NOTE: As the forecast is to be 90o on race morning, consider
picking up your box of cookies and loaf of whole wheat bread in
air-conditioned Expo after you run. Refreshments will be located on
the marble adjacent to the outdoor stage, Plaza Level, Agency Building side.
RESULTS
Again for this year there is a finish certificate that you can print at no
cost as a souvenir of your performance at the Freihofer’s Run for Women.
Visit our web site www.freihofersrun.com to download. For best results
use a color printer. RunPix is providing this year’s 35th FRW participants
with an interactive results experience. Don’t miss it, go to
www.friehofersrun.com/results.
The TIMES UNION will publish a complete set of unofficial results
on Sunday, June 2. For a complete Official Results listing and your
35th anniversary finish certificate, visit the Freihofer’s web site at
www.freihofersrun.com.
CONFIRMATION REGISTRATION
The Freihofer’s Run for Women 5K course is fast, exciting and a feast for the eyes.
You’ll run or walk in the shadows of the majestic Empire State Plaza, amid the tulips
in Washington Park and through neighborhoods restored to their 19th century charm.
The 5Km course starts and finishes on Madison Ave. at the Empire State Plaza in
Albany, NY. Start, finish and highest points are 160’, 150’, and 220’ respectively.
5K Course Description
Freihofer’s Run for Women has been awarded the prestigious
“Silver Label” designation by the IAAF for its exemplary organization
and its ability to attract elite international athletes and garner
worldwide media attention. The Freihofer’s 5K is the only road race
in the world to have earned a Silver Road Race designation.
Certificate Number NY09032JG
2013 Media Support
Madison Ave.
FINISH
START
Eagle Street
White (9:10)
Light Purple (9:10)
Green (9:15)
Dark Purple (9:15)
Orange (9:20)
Yellow (9:25)
Blue (9:30)
COLOR CODED
LINE UP SECTIONS*
Teal (9:35)
FINISHING CERTIFICATES
Go to our website at www.freihofersrun.com for current
pre-registration information.
Colleen DeReuck (2004), 15:48
Swan Street
RACE WALK CHAMPIONSHIPS &
SPORT WALK CLINIC
Come watch the USA Open Mens and Womens 5 k Race Walk
Championships Saturday, June 1 at 8:00 a.m. on the Plaza. Later,
participate in a FREE Sport Walk Clinic, Plaza level by the Egg at 11:30 a.m.
Then try out what you learned in the “Try It” 3k Sport Walk at 12:00 p.m.
To register go to freihofersrun.com and click “Race Walk” for more info.
Home of the Masters 5K World Record
Bib Colors
DRUG TESTING
Athletes who participate in the 5 k may be subject to drug testing in
accordance with IAAF Procedural Guidelines for Doping Control and
the Olympic Movement Anti-Doping Code. Info on drug testing can be
obtained on USADA web site: usantidoping.org.
AWARDS
All award winners, individuals or teams, must report to the awards stage
by 10:50 am. Everyone is invited to attend the 5k AWARDS CEREMONY
at 11:00 a.m. The ceremony will take place at the Outdoor Stage on the
Plaza Level. Age group award winners can pick up their award on the
awards stage immediately following the awards ceremony.
5K Running Course
Line Up Time
PARKING
To alleviate parking issues we will be providing a shuttle from
the large OGS lot at Grand street up to Madison and Eagle and
State Street at the Egg for those needing to go to the Expo to
pick up their bib and chip. The shuttle will run every 15min from
7am-10am. The East Garage will be available for event parking
free of charge. For a map of local parking lots, go to
www.OGS.state.NY.US/Parking and click on “Visitors Weekend
Parking Lot Map.” For information on parking in and around
the downtown Albany area, go to www.parkalbany.com.
Web services provided by
*Line up by time of day and bib color.
NYS Museum
Friday, May 31, 12 Noon – 7 p.m. 5 Saturday, June 1, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Empire State Plaza, Convention Hall
Check out this fun-filled, two-day event!
Free and open to the public, the CapitalCare/CDPHP Health & Fitness Expo will offer something
for everyone, beginning with informative health screenings. These include body fat analysis,
body mass index, blood pressure, and peak flow testing-- which measures lung capacity.
While you’re there, have a rejuvenating massage or attend a seminar on healthy eating.
See the latest running shoes and athletic apparel at terrific prices. Meet World Class
Athlete Joan Benoit Samuelson who will be signing autographs at the
CapitalCare/CDPHP booth at 11:30 a.m. Saturday.
Friday, May 31 Seminars in Convention Hall
12:30 p.m...... Dr. Lorraine Del Rosso...........Recovering from sports injuries
1:15 p.m........ Building Strong Survivors..... Indoor Cycling Demo
4 p.m............. Cassie Schultz PT, DPT........... Advanced Physical Therapy of Albany
5 p.m............. Dimity McDowell + Sarah Bowen Shea... Another Mother Runner
5:45 p.m........ Erin Taylor-Talcott................. USA 50KM RaceWalk record holder
6:30 p.m........ Chris Cooley MS FNP-C.......... Tips on healthy eating
................................................................... to fuel your running
6:00 p.m........ Joan Benoit Samuelson........Autographs at the CapitalCare Booth
Event Highlights
• Health Screenings
• Fitness Gear & Accessories
• Massage Therapy
• Chiropractic Adjustments
• Meet World Class Athletes
• Sample & Try Healthy Products
Saturday, June 1 Seminars in Convention Hall
11 a.m........... Building Strong Survivors ....Indoor Cycling Demo
11:30 a.m...... Maria Michta (on the Plaza)..2012 USA Olympic Race Walker
11:30 a.m...... Joan Benoit Samuelson........ Autographs at the CapitalCare Booth
• Clinics & Demonstrations (Race Walk)
• Chip & Bib Pick-Up & Registration
It’s all free, it’s all about health and fitness, and it’s all at the CapitalCare/CDPHP Health & Fitness Expo.
For all the details visit www.freihofersrun.com/health_expo/htm
We Couldn’t Run It Without Them.
2013 Freihofer’s Run For Women
2013 CapitalCare/CDPHP
Health & Fitness Expo Sponsors
2013 Media Partners
sponsored by
Center for Natural Wellness School of Massage Therapy • Albany Area Starbucks • St. Peter’s Health Care Services
University of Bridgeport Chiropractic College • Turnkey Internet
233 4th Street, Troy, NY 12180 • Office: (518) 273-5552 • Fax: (518) 273-0647 • E-mail: [email protected] • www.freihofersrun.com