Olympic Marathon Bronze Medal Winner to Speak at TMC Meet Me Downtown Night Run

Lorraine Moller, four-time Olympian and bronze medal winner in the 1992 Olympic Marathon in Barcelona, will attend the June 1 TMC Meet Me Downtown Night Run and Walk and speak with Tucson runners at the Friday Night Wine and Cheese at the Running Shop, on May 30th.  As the current President of the Arthur Lydiard Foundation, Lorraine is a sought-after public speaker on women’s running, master’s running, and Olympic-level training.  She also leads training camps and international coaching education workshops. 

Click here for more details on Lorraine’s visit and on the June 1 TMC Meet Me Downtown Night Run and Walk.

Click here for online registration—including free registration for the Children’s Mile with Mayor Rothschild—and the Team Challenge Registration.

Fire Shows, Rock Stars, and more: Updates on the TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k Night Run and Walk

WE’RE GETTIN’ READY FOR THE 2013 TMC MEET ME DOWNTOWN NIGHT RUN - Click here for the recent eblast with all the updates on the race: Team Discounts, Free Children’s Mile, RRCA State Championship and more!
* Super-fast course along the wide Downtown boulevards with neighbor support, plus prize money for top finishers and age group awards in 5-year categories
* Free Children’s Mile starts at 6:30 PM—we want every child in Tucson to walk or run a mile with Mayor Rothschild. Everyone is free—so bring your family and do a mile with the kids!
* Team Challenge - make a team of 5 or more from work, church, the gym or even your own house with $20 per team member.  All teams entered into raffle for $150 gift certificate to Hotel Congress and biggest team wins $150 to Maynard’s Kitchen. Team registration ends on May 24.
* Special thanks to the City of Tucson, the Tucson Police Department, and Rural Metro for providing the resources to produce a safe and healthy Downtown event!
* Sign up online or by mail at the race page
Head to the race page for more details . . .

We’re gettin’ ready for the TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k Night Run and Walk

Of Discounts, Training Groups, Children’s Mile with Ben’s Bells Kindness Coins, and more . . .
Early Registration Price: Well, we’re past the super deal of $15 for entry, but the current early registration fee is a mere $20—register for the race online today or send in the form that’s on the SAR race site.
New! Training Program for TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k Night Run.
We want to help you have fun on race night—so whether you want to learn how to run the whole 5k or you want to set a personal best, MMD certified coaches will provide a personalized training plan for you. Coach Alyssa Hoyt will meet with you twice a week for fun training runs. . . .
Click here for more details

$15 price for TMC Meet Me Downtown Night Run Ends at Midnight March 1st

Just a quick reminder that the SAR discount of a mere $15 for the popular June 1 TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k Night Run and Walk expires at midnight on March 1st.

Register online today or send in the form you received by mail or that’s on the race site.

It’ll Be Hot on Race Night

We at the Meet Me Downtown run thank the 1552 pre-registered runners and walkers—this is more than last year, so we expect quite the crowd Saturday night!  Please remember that it will be hot on race night.  Here are a couple of tips to managing the heat:

• Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing and drink plenty of water.  This is a fun night, so remember to walk if the heat is too much.  There are two water stations on the course with plenty of water on hand, so please be sure to drink!

• Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.  Some common symptoms of heatstroke can include rapid pulse, difficulty breathing, high body temperature, lack of sweat, dizziness, confusion and seizures.  If someone is suffering from heatstroke, seek one of the 9 (nine) Tucson Police officers out on the course or call 911.  Rural Metro/Southwest Ambulance will have a crew on hand at the finish line, so please seek help if you need it!

Details on Meet Me Downtown

You can still register in person on Friday and Saturday:
  * Friday, June 1st: Wine and Cheese Happy Hour, In-Person Registration, and Packet Pick-Up on Friday, June 1st from 6:00- 8:00 pm, at The Running Shop (3055 North Campbell). Meet our special guest from Runner’s World, the running pied-piper and world-renowned writer Amby Burfoot, who will chat with runners and sign books. NOTE: You can also see Amby on KGUN Channel 9’s Morning Blend on Friday, June 1st.
  * Saturday, June 2 Event Day Registration/Packet Pickup
10:00 am - 1:00 pm: Registration and packet pick-up at The Running Shop
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm: Registration and packet pick-up at race site, 200 South Sixth Avenue, in front of the Children’s Museum

Click here for a schedule of the weekend’s activities, plus additional information . .

We at the Meet Me Downtown run thank the 1552 pre-registered runners and walkers—this is more than last year, so we expect quite the crowd Saturday night!  Please remember that it will be hot on race night.  Here are a couple of tips to managing the heat:

• Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing and drink plenty of water.  This is a fun night, so remember to walk if the heat is too much.  There are two water stations on the course with plenty of water on hand, so please be sure to drink!

• Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.  Some common symptoms of heatstroke can include rapid pulse, difficulty breathing, high body temperature, lack of sweat, dizziness, confusion and seizures.  If someone is suffering from heatstroke, seek one of the 9 (nine) Tucson Police officers out on the course or call 911.  Rural Metro/Southwest Ambulance will have a crew on hand at the finish line, so please seek help if you need it!

Save money! Pricing for TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k NIght Run & the Triple Crown both go up on April 1st

A quick reminder that April 1st marks a price increase for both the TMC Meet Me Downtown 5k Night Run and Walk, and the 2012 Gabe Zimmerman Triple Crown. Sign up now for the super-early, super-great pricing! 

Check out the new course map!

Gabe Zimmerman Triple Crown online registration is here. 
TMC Meet Me Downtown Night Run online registration is here.

Meet Me Downtown Race Summary

Thank you to all the race registrants, sponsors, partners, and spectators!  Over 1900 registered—way beyond our expectations!  Not only did we have a ton of people, but we had some speedsters—congratulations to race winner Ian Burrell.  In an interesting coincidence, he ran 14:37.9 and last year. . .

TMC Meet Me Downtown: Off the Charts!

What a great night . . . thanks to everyone who came out and ran the TMC Meet Me Downtown Night Run tonight.  That was awesome!  Of course, it couldn’t be done without the 50 or so volunteers who helped at registration, water, set-up, break-down—and it couldn’t be done without sponsors and partners—and it couldn’t be done without participants . . . we are humbled by the showing tonight! 

A special thank you to Greg Wenneborg and the Pima Community College track team who managed the timing:over 1,700 official finishers and another 200 - 300 non-competitive finishers.  If you won an age-group award, head to the Running Shop later this week for your prize.

And yes, we will open registration for the Gabe Zimmerman Triple Crown again after the race, so that all participants in Meet Me Downtown have an opportunity to participate in the inaugural Triple Crown series.  Thanks to Ross and the Zimmerman family for everything!  Give us a few days, then check the SAR site for next steps . . . .

Summer all-comer track meets and cross country meets start soon

Attached is the schedule for summer all-comer track meets and open cross country runs.  All ages, all speeds, all abilities are welcome. Thanks to former SAR Board member Anna Grube, Catalina High School, and the City Parks and Rec for continuing to produce this great Tucson tradition!

Read more about summer events throughout Tucson (including the aquathlon series and local races) in the Daily Star’s Caliente section.summerseries2.jpg

MMM Rock & Stroll E vent Report by Steve Outridge

MMM Rock & Stroll Race Report – April 13, 2010
Steve Outridge, SAR Board Member

Downtown Tucson has never seen a party like this! Just over 1250 of our closest friends and neighbors came out and walked or ran at the SAR Meet Me at Maynard’s one year anniversary Rock & Stroll event. A fantastic time was had by all! Participants were treated to a free event that included the history and charm of downtown, 14 bands, a full cheerleader team on the Rattlesnake bridge, nuts, pedometers, chewy granola bars, amazing restaurant discounts, a huge Vendor Fair at Maynard’s Market, and much, much more….

SAR Weekly Social Runs in the News

Maynard’s run/walk stays hot through the summer! Click here for full article.