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SUNDAY 9th OCTOBER 9.30 am
RACE INSTRUCTIONS
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Welcome to the firstRunLiverpool Marathon.
At the beginning of the year, Sunday 9th October seemed a long way off
and now it is nearly upon us - Marathon Day is almost here!
The Marathon team has had a busy nine months planning, designing
and creating what we hope will be a great event for both spectators and
runners alike.
Liverpool and the Liverpool City Region has changed beyond recognition
in recent years and as one of the U.K.’s most dynamic tourist
destinations now serves as a stunning backdrop to what promises to be
one of the nation’s favourite marathon events. The magical 26.2 mile
distance of the RunLiverpool Marathon is lined with iconic buildings,
stunning parkland and shows off the maritime heritage and modern
architectural elegance of the city and Wirral coastline. Taking in the
original Mersey Tunnel and finishing on a World Heritage Site takes some
beating – wherever you may have run.
Mixed in along the way is a strong Beatles theme (we couldn’t leave
them out!) and we also have a Fab Four Mile Fun Run the day before the
main event. Just recently the Event Team really have been working eight
days a week to make sure that we have everything right for 9th October.
Even the date has special significance for the city as by some strange
twist of calendar fate it would have been the 71st birthday of John
Lennon – so it seems appropriate that on that note we wish
everyone good luck as they take part in THE Long And Winding
Road Race!
Best wishes
Alan Rothwell
Race Director, RunLiverpool Marathon
Contents
Page 4Are you ready for the big day?Check you’ve got everything
Page 5-9Transport to the Start - Train, Park‘n’Ride, Bus,Directions to city centre Car Parks
Page 10So now you’re in Birkenhead Park – The Start Line,Clothing on the Day, iPods, Music Devices
Page 11Start Area Layout, Vehicle Route to Birkenhead Park
Page 12Our sponsors
Page 14Your Running Number, Baggage Vehicles, The Start - 9.30am. Between 7-9 miles
Page 15Spectators Return Journey, Spectator VantagePoints – Wirral
Page 16-17Route Map
Page 18Pace Chart
Page 21The Tunnel, The Last 13 Miles, Finish Line, Walkers &Back Markers, Water Stations, Recovery Drinks andGels, Mile Markers
Page 23Finish Area Layout
Page 25Toilets, First Aid, Emergency Services Access, Musicand Entertainment, Charity Village, Cleansing,Cheering Stations
Page 26Food & Drink, Spectator Advice, Spectator Tips
Page 27Official Merchandise, Fab Four Mile Fun Run
Page 28Race Tips
Page 30Medical Advice, Results
Page 31Race Rules
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STOP PRESS. . .2012 RUNLIVERPOOL MARATHON DATE CONFIRMED AS 14.10.12
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Are you ready for the big day?Good planning and preparation is the key to your marathon success.
Running a marathon is one of the most physically demanding challenges there is and hopefully your training will have goneaccording to plan. On October 9th there will be more than 8,000 training plans on the start line at Birkenhead Park and in thefollowing hours all of them will be severely tested!
If you have any event enquiries during the final week then please call 0151 236 8432 or [email protected]. Enquiries can be taken in person from Wednesday 5th October at the Race H.Q. whichwill be located at the Hilton Hotel on the waterfront at Liverpool ONE (opposite the Albert Dock).
On the following pages there is a review of everything that will happen on race day so please take the time to read through andfamiliarise yourself as you prepare for the first RunLiverpool Marathon.
In this race pack you will have –
● Full Race Instructions (contained in this magazine)
● Colour coded running number. The colour is relative to your anticipated finishing time.
● Draw string kit bag.
● Adhesive kit bag number.
Now let’s start the day before race day.
The best preparation for race day starts the day before with an assessment ofwhat you will need.
Safety pins, Vaseline (other brands are available!), change of clothing subjectto anticipated weather conditions, watch, running number, instructions forthe day – yes take this magazine with you - spare laces, drink, luckycharms… and anything else you think you might need.
Set the alarm, as if you need it, and you are ready.
When you get up in the morning just make sure you don’t leavehome without everything you checked last night.
NO RACE NUMBER - NO RACE!!
Kit BagsDue to a delay in an overseas delivery, the kit bags are not in the raceinstructions pack.
You will be able to pick up your Kit Bag from:
The RunLiverpool Office, North John Street between 9.30amand 5pm the week before
or on Saturday 8th October from the Marathon Office in theHilton Hotel between 9.30am and 5pm
or on the morning of the race from the baggage vehicles at therear of the starting pens (see diagram on page 11).
It’s not too late to join the team.
Visit www.scope.org.uk/liverpoolmarathon
for a fundraising pack.
Thank you and
good luck to all of our amazing runners.
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By Train. The RunLiverpool Marathon start is in Birkenhead Park inWirral which is four stops from the Liverpool Loop Line.
Please make sure you arrive in plenty of time so as toprepare at your leisure. There’s nothing worse than rushingthrough the last hour or so on race morning!
The easiest way to access the start area will be viaMerseyrail from Liverpool city centre.
From the Loop Line it is just four stops – James Street, Hamilton Square, Conway Park andBIRKENHEAD PARK.
From Birkenhead Park station it is a short walk ofapproximately 500 metres to the main field in the UpperPark. Directions will be clearly indicated from the station.
YOU CAN ACCESS THE SPECIAL MARATHON TRAINSFROM ANY LIVERPOOL LOOP LINE STATION AND IT ISRECOMMENDED THAT MOORFIELDS WILL BE THEBEST START POINT AS IT HAS THE EASIESTACCESS TO THE PLATFORMS.
JAMES STREET STATION IS SMALL AND WILL BESUBJECT TO SLOW ACCESS BECAUSE OF THE LIMITEDLIFT FACILITY TO PLATFORM LEVEL.
LIME STREET MERSEYRAIL STATION IS ADJACENT TOTHE MAIN LINE RAILWAY STATION.
Spectators as well as runners are welcome to use thetransport facilities but EVERYONE must be in possession ofa valid ticket for the day. If you don’t have a ticket you willnot be allowed to travel to the start.
Event Stewards will be on hand from 6.30am to assist withdirections and any enquiries you may have upon arrival.
Train TicketsFull details of Train Tickets and further information can befound on the leaflet enclosed with the race pack.
RACE START TIME IS 9.30 a.m.
Merseyrail will operate a 15 minute service commencing at 6.45 am from Moorfields Station. The service willpick-up at Lime Street, Central Station and James Street before departing for Birkenhead Park, the final stop.
THE LAST MARATHON TRAIN WILL DEPART MOORFIELDS STATION AT 8.45 AM
The timetable is as follows but may be subject to change without notice.
LIVERPOOL
Moorfields 06.45 07.00 07.15 07.30 07.45 08.00 08.15 08.30 08.45
Lime Street 06.47 07.02 07.17 07.32 07.47 08.02 08.17 08.32 08.47
Central Station 06.49 07.04 07.19 07.34 07.49 08.04 08.19 08.34 08.49
James Street 06.51 07.06 07.21 07.36 07.51 08.06 08.21 08.36 08.51
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Hamilton Square 06.54 07.09 07.24 07.39 07.54 08.09 08.24 08.39 08.54
Conway Park 06.57 07.12 07.27 07.42 07.57 08.12 08.27 08.42 08.57
Birkenhead Park 06.59 07.14 07.29 07.44 07.59 08.14 08.29 08.44 08.59
Transport to the start: Everyone using Public Transport must be in possession of a valid ticket to travel
The train timetable is below. Trains will pick-up from Moorfields, Lime Street, Central and James Street fromLiverpool and Hamilton Square and Conway Park on the Wirral side
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Transport –
Car Parking, Liverpool.There will be three designated car parks in Liverpool citycentre for the marathon. They will be Capital Car Park onStrand (opposite the Crown Plaza), NCP Car Park on PallMall and Princes Dock Car Park on William Jessop Way.
Access to NCP Pall Mall is either from Leeds Street orTithebarn Street.
Access to the Capital Car Park is on New Quay, headingsouth from Leeds Street. Please note it will not bepossible to leave this location via Strand until approx1.30pm as runners will be on this section of road.
Access to Princes Dock Car Park is either via Bath Streetheading north on New Quay, or from Leeds Street via Gt.Howard St, Paisley St, Roberts St. and Waterloo Rd.
The Capital and NCP Pall Mall will charge a flat rate fee of £5for all day parking on 09.10.11, the Princes Dock Car Park willbe £3.
By Bus.There will be a ticketed marathon shuttle bus servicefrom two locations, Lime Street and Old Hall Street (closestto car parks) for both runners and spectators and thisservice will begin at 7.00am.
The bus will drop you off just by Birkenhead Park trainstation where you will be able to take the short walk to thepark with train users. The buses will leave when they are fulland continue until the last bus leaves at 8.30am.
The return pick up point will be where you aredropped off, return journeys will start when the firstbus is full after the race start at 9.30am.
All shuttle bus return journeys will drop-off at TheMast, just by the Liver Buildings, close to the finisharea.
IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU PURCHASE YOUR BUSTICKETS IN ADVANCE OF 9th OCTOBER TO AVOIDDELAYS ON RACE MORNING.
Wishing all runners good luck!
To get your unique access code for your ‘Free One Day Pass’ simply enter your details in the sign up area for The Gym Liverpool www.thegymgroup.com select the ‘Daily Membership Option’ and the date Sun 9th October 2011, the normal £5.00 fee will be waived!
Your unique access code will be emailed to you which you will need in order to gain entry to The Gym on the day. The Gym is located at mile 26 of the race so we are in easy access for all marathon participants.
Our changing rooms, showers and lockers are to be used on a first come first served basis and may be restricted at busy periods.
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Directions to designated Liverpool city centre Car Parks
So now you’re in Birkenhead Park!There will be a designated access point to the Upper ParkStart Area on Ashville Road so please take a look at the startarea map to plan your approach. Once you are on theUpper Park you will be able to clearly see the start area.
On the field there will be a Public Address system andEvent Stewards who will be able to help with any enquiriesyou may have. There will also be male and female changingmarquees, a water station, First Aid (also the Lost andFound Point) toilets and an information point.
The Start Line.The Start Line will be on the main roadway within the parkand start pens will be identified in time order andcorrespond with your own running number colour.
You will only be permitted to enter the pen displayingyour running number colour.
There will be regular reminders of the time so you can beready and in position for the start at 9.30am. When you areready and changed into your running gear, hand your kitbag to the baggage crews.
Before the start of the race it is important that you affix yourrunning number securely to the FRONT of your runningvest. Many runners do this the night before to avoid lossand fix in place with safety pins.
Clothing on the Day.Such is the variation of the British weather it is difficult toanticipate what it will be like on the day, especially early inthe morning. The best plan is to bring a change ofclothing, particularly for when you finish themarathon.
Make sure you are running in your normal kit and avoidwearing any new clothing on the day. If you wear old clothesin the start pens and discard your clothing please makesure you throw them to the side and out of the pens, soother runners don’t fall over your discarded items. Try not tothrow them at spectators as well! All the items collected willbe donated to local charities if of sufficient quality.
iPods, Music Devices.The RunLiverpool Marathon is staged under UKA Ruleswhich clearly states that the wearing of listening devices(other than hearing aids) is NOT permitted. Any individualschoosing to ignore this instruction may be disqualified andwill NOT be covered by event insurance should an incidentor accident arise as a result of wearing such a device.There will be no exceptions to this rule.
We’ve been happy tosupport RunLiverpooland provide theirlogistics.
Please contact us to find out more about ‘logistics without limits’
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Competitors coming from Liverpool will use theKingsway/Wallasey Tunnel and then use the Mid-Wirral Motorway and follow signs toBirkenhead.
The Queensway Tunnel will be closed from 6.00am for the race.
The race’s recommended suggestion is to travelto Liverpool, park in a recommended car parkand use the trains or shuttle bus services to getto the start at Birkenhead Park.
Vehicle Route to Birkenhead Park area
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A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Hilton Hotel, Liverpool are the official accommodation partner of the RunLiverpool Marathon 2011. Thelandmark property, situated in the heart of the newly remodeled city centre will become ‘MarathonHeadquarters’ – with a hub of activity taking place over Marathon weekend and is THE place to stay forparticipants wanting to experience the whole Marathon experience.
With spectacular views over the Liver Buildings, Albert Dock and River Mersey, the hotel offers easyaccess to the array of shops, restaurants and bars found in and around Liverpool One. The hotel is
20 minutes from Liverpool John Lennon Airport, 45 minutes from Manchester International Airport and less than 1 mile fromLiverpool Lime Street Station.
The hotel is a short walk from James Street station, where runners can catch a quick train over to the race start in Birkenhead Park.The Hilton is also near to the Marathon finish line at the Pier Head so there is not too far to travel to get back to your room and restafter the race.
For runners wishing to stay in peak physical condition, the hotel offers a 24-hour Fitness Centre, which is equipped with the verylatest cardio and resistance equipment and free weights.
Shuttle buses for participants taking part in the ‘Fab Four Mile’ a four-mile family warm-up jog which takes place in Sefton Park onthe day before the Marathon, will also leave from the Hilton on Saturday October 8, With rooms at the Hilton Liverpool being bookedup fast we advise you to book early to avoid disappointment.
is pleased to be sponsoring the first
RunLiverpool Marathon.
Mizuno, leading supplier of performance athletic footwear and apparel, is delighted to be theOfficial Sports and Footwear Brand sponsor of the new RunLiverpool Marathon 2011.
Mizuno has a long heritage of sponsoring esteemed international running races. The RunLiverpoolMarathon will be joining Barcelona, Milan, Vienna, Jungfrau and Amsterdam to be the fifth and only UK
marathon in their European running series, which also includes the Royal Parks (London) and Nice half marathons.
Leading the field in terms of research, design and innovation, Mizuno will be commencing the ‘Mizuno Tech Tour’ exclusively atthe RunLiverpool Marathon. Spending a day in the City region over marathon weekend, the purpose built ‘Mizuno Tech Tour’vehicle is fitted with a footwear showroom including Mizuno’s PrecisionFit and treadmill facilities.
Mizuno will help runners choose the best footwear for their individual biomechanics and technique before identifying the bestMizuno running shoe to maximise their personal performance.
Mizuno will also be showcasing its performance range of running shoes and apparel with a retail area located adjacent to thefinishing line and at Natterjack’s Liverpool and Southport stores.
Good luck to all runners!
For more information about Mizuno please visit www.mizuno.co.uk; join us on www.facebook.com/mizunorunning or followus on www.twitter.com/mizuno_running
Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital AppealTelephone: 0151 600 1409 or 1410www.lhch.nhs.uk
Please join our teamand help us go that extra mile
for our patients
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Your Running Number.IMPORTANT!! You must not under any circumstances giveyour number to anyone else.
Anyone found to be using someone else’s number will beejected from the event at any stage of the race.
Your running number is valuable as it has your timing chipfastened to the back. Your split times will be noted at 10K,halfway and 20 miles
The RunLiverpool Marathon is using the BTag system whichis disposable and does not need to be returned at the end.It is an integral part of your number and MUST NOT BEREMOVED UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES.
Without your number you will not be allocated a finishingtime and it cannot be replaced if lost.
Your number also has space for very important personalinformation. Please fill in the details, especially if you have amedical condition (however minor) as it will greatly assistthe Medical Teams should you require medical attention.
The details will also identify the individual we would need tocontact on your behalf in the event of an emergency.
The colour of your running number identifies youranticipated finishing time and you should enter the start penthat corresponds with your colour. You will not be allowedin a pen of a different colour.
Baggage VehiclesThe baggage vehicles will be located at the end of the startpens in a numerical sequence. Please take your kit bag(see page 4 for collection details) to the appropriate vehicleand allow yourself ample time to access your start pen.
Kit Bag Number
You will have received in your information pack anadhesive number for your kitbag. This corresponds toyour running number and MUST be affixed to your kitbag before you hand it in.
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE VALUABLES IN YOUR KITBAG AS RUNLIVERPOOL MARATHON CANNOT BEHELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE TOYOUR PROPERTY INCURRED ON THE DAY.
Also make sure your bag is SECURELY TIED so yourbelongings don’t fall out. Additional or unmarked bagscannot be accepted.
The Start – 9.30amYou will need to be in your starting pen in plenty of time.
Please take in the atmosphere and the sense of anticipationfrom all around you as, guess what? They are all just asnervous as you are. Swap endurance stories as you waitand give each other confidence as the minutes tick by. Trynot to look at your watch too often as it might seem time isdragging.
If you have any nervous energy then a good warm up onthe field before taking up your start position is alwaysrecommended.
The first entertainment of the day will be provided by Wirraldance troupe ANAMAL who will lead the warm-up justbefore the start.
At 9.30am sharp the gun will signal the start as the eventanthem “ALTOGETHER NOW” strikes up. Belt out a fewlines as you cross the line and get on your way because,now, you’re here and taking part in THE LONG ANDWINDING ROAD RACE! Take it easy as you begin your26.2 mile journey and hopefully all the training of the lastthree months is about to pay off.
Between 7 and 9 Miles!As you will now be getting into your stride with the first sixmiles under your belt, please prepare yourself for the verybest view of Liverpool as you follow the coast road aroundon to the promenade at New Brighton. If the weather is kindto us all on the day, then this is truly a spectacular sight thatwill have you captivated until you reach the Mersey FerryTerminal at about 9 miles.
Commit the view to your memory bank and take it homewith you, it’s a marvellous sight!
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Spectators Return Journey.Once the runners have set off then spectators can make theirway back to Birkenhead Park Train Station or the Shuttle Busfacility which will pick up just alongside the station.
Private cars will have to return to Liverpool via the Wallasey(Kingsway) Tunnel (£1.50 toll required) but please bereminded that there will be extensive road closures inLiverpool city centre once the race is underway.
Spectators returning to James Street station can access thehalfway point and finish area which is just at the bottom ofJames Street. Remember, Moorfields is the best station forquick exit and is just a short walk from the Finish line. Allshuttle buses will return to The Mast, just by the LiverBuildings, close to the finish area.
Spectator Vantage Points – Wirral.Depending on where you are on the course there are manyexcellent vantage points for spectators.
The first will be as runners exit Birkenhead Park via theArchway at Park Road North. Others will be along the routeat 2 miles (which is also the 10 mile point) on Tower Road.At the top end of the course on Kings Parade there is agreat vantage point as runners reach the most northerlypoint on the course alongside the new Retail Park.
The last good vantage point on the Wirral side will be atHamilton Square just before runners enter the QueenswayTunnel. This is approximately 11.7 miles.
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RunLiverpool Marathon14th October 2012
When you run for SADS UK you’ll be supporting our workto save lives by funding research into SADS and providing defibrillators in schools to save young lives.
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The Queensway Tunnel.At just after the 11 mile point runners will enter theQueensway (Birkenhead) Tunnel on the approach to theLiverpool section of the race.
Spectators will NOT be allowed access to the Tunneland must use Public Transport or their own vehiclesvia the Kingsway (Wallasey) Tunnel to access the last13 miles of the race and the finish area at the PierHead. The Kingsway Tunnel is subject to a £1.50 toll.
The Last 13 Miles!Emerging back into the daylight on the Liverpool side of theRiver Mersey runners will be greeted with a worms eye viewof Liverpool’s most iconic architectural masterpiece – TheLiver Buildings. At just over the halfway point runners willbegin to pound the streets of Liverpool city centre.
What you see around you is captivating and inspirational inequal measure and should set you up for the challenge ofthe second half of the race.
Finish Line.Right in the shadow of the Liver Buildings you will cross theline and claim your commemorative RunLiverpool Marathonmedal. You can also pick up a foil blanket to ward off theeffects of dehydration and exhaustion.
As you pass through the finish area you will be given aGoody Bag and T-shirt along with drinks.
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU KEEP MOVING THROUGH TOTHE VERY END OF THE FINISH AREA AND ALTHOUGHYOU WILL BE TEMPTED TO SIT DOWN, PLEASE DON’T.
THIS WILL ONLY INCREASE YOUR BLOOD PRESSUREAFTER SUCH DEMANDING PHYSICAL EFFORT.
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOU KEEP MOVING.
Walkers and Back Markers.First and foremost The RunLiverpool Marathon is a runningevent which utilises many miles of city roads which will bekept closed for most of the day – particularly in Liverpool. Asa responsible event we have to be mindful of theinconvenience caused to many road users throughout theday and the roads will be reopened after six hours.
This means that anyone taking longer than 15 minutes tocomplete a single mile may be asked in the latter stages ofthe event to finish the race in the sweep vehicle oralternatively complete the course on the pavements. Wewould respectfully request your co-operation in this matter inorder to ensure the smooth opening of roads within a majorcity centre environment.
Water Stations.Water will located at the following mile points along thecourse – 3, 6, 9 and 11 miles on the Wirral. (Please note, itis not possible to site a water station at 12 miles as this willbe inside the Queensway Mersey Tunnel).
On the Liverpool side of the river, water will be available at14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25 and at the finish.
Skips to collect the empty bottles will be positioned aftereach station and where possible can you try and deposityour empty bottle as close to the skips as possible.
Please don’t drop your bottle on the road as this willpresent a trip hazard for runners behind you.
Recovery Drink and Gels.There won’t be energy drinks on the course. We will haveHigh Five Gels at approx 17.5 miles and there will be arecovery drink (For Goodness Shakes) for everyone at thefinish.
Mile Markers.Every mile point along the course will be clearly identifiedwith the actual mile signs being located at the nearestpossible lamppost or appropriate positioning point.
The course will have an official UKA measure and thecertificate has been applied for.
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Thank you for supporting those communities you
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The 23 Foundation is administered by the CommunityFoundation for Merseyside. Registered charity number 1068887
Thank you to all our Daffodil Runners.
Every step you run today will help Marie Curie Nurses provide more care
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Good luck and well done.
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Finish Area / Liverpool.Runners will complete the RunLiverpool Marathon at the Pier Head and a full plan of the area is below. There will be spectatoraccess to the area where indicated.
Once runners have completed the race there will be a repatriation area between the Crowne Plaza Hotel and Princes Paradewhich is also the location of the baggage vehicles.
There will be large letters displayed signifying the runner’s surname initial to assist with the meeting up process!
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A one-way system will be in operation at the end of the finish line.
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Toilets.There will be toilets along the course and their locations willbe identified in advance with appropriate signage. Theyare also indicated on the course map.
First Aid.British Red Cross will be attending on the day and providingmedical support along the course.
Emergency ServicesRoad Access.It is entirely possible that at any time one or more of theEmergency Blue Light Services may need to access thecourse. In the event that such a situation should arise thenyour understanding that the Emergency Services take priorityon the course is requested.
Music and Entertainment.There will be a number of entertainment points along the fullcourse and these are identified on the course map.
Charity Village.There will be a charity village set up at the finish area for theofficial event charities and participating affiliate charities. Ifyou are running for one of the event charities please confirmmarquee access details with your chosen charity.
Cleansing.The RunLiverpool Marathon is pleased to be working withEnterprise and Wirral Borough Council who will be assistingwith the clear-up operation after the event. Runners will beusing around 150,000 bottles of water on the day which,along with a mountain of cardboard boxes and other racedebris, will be sifted and processed for recycling.
Skips will be placed in close proximity to the drinks stationsto enable swift collection.
Cheering Stations.Cheering stations will be at the following locationsCP1 – Park exit on to Conway Street – 1.3 miles
Marie CurieCP2 – Wallasey Ferry Terminal out – 3 milesCP3 – Wallasey Ferry Terminal, back – 9 miles
ScopeCP4 – New Morrisons Supermarket – 6 miles
Marie CurieCP5 – Hamilton Sq/Tunnel Entrance – 11 miles
Liverpool Unites and ImagineCP6 – Queensway Tunnel Exit – 13 miles
Zoe’s PlaceCP7 – James Street, out – 14 miles
Scope, 23 Foundation/Liverpool OneCP8 – James Street, back – 26 miles
Scope, 23 Foundation/Liverpool OneCP9 – End of Princes Rd / Avenue, out – 17 milesCP10 – End of Princes Rd / Avenue, back – 22 miles
Roy Castle, 23 Foundation, Mencap, LiverpoolCP11 – Aigburth Drive / Sefton Park – 20 miles
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Food and Drink.As the big day nears it is important to get your food and drinkintake right so that your body has the right level of glycogento get you through the 26 miles.
In order to do this you will be increasing the amount ofcarbohydrate you consume and decrease the amount ofprotein. Carbohydrates are best in pasta, rice, bread andpotatoes.
An increase in the amount of water you consume would alsobe beneficial. If you have not been drinking whilst runningthen it would be advisable to practice before marathon day.
It is important not to try anything new or different justbefore 9th October and just keep to the regime thathopefully will have served you well throughout yourtraining programme.
Spectator Advice.Spectators are an integral part of the day and it is they thatcreate the atmosphere that is special to marathon events.
The following information will be of use to everyone watchingon the day –● Please do not stand on the road or course as this may
impede runners.● Please try NOT to cross the course whilst the race is in
progress. At key points where spectators will congregatein large numbers there will be clearly marked designatedcrossing points.
● Please do not cycle or run alongside runners as you mayunintentionally impede others.
● Please respect the efforts of the runners and encourageeveryone taking part.
Event Stewards will be positioned along the entire route andshould be able to assist with any enquiries.
Spectator Tips.Plan your day in advance and be aware of road closure timesand the possibility that you may not be able to get to whereyou plan to be because of this.
There will be many thousands of spectators and runners at thestart and finish so please spend some time to look at thelayout and access points at these key areas.
It will not be possible to meet on or around the finish line andthe repatriation area at the finish will be alongside the CrownePlaza Hotel just by the baggage vehicles, see finish area plan.
As much as it will be a long day for the runners, it will also beone for you. Ensure that you have comfortable clothing andthat you are aware of the transport arrangements to get you tothe start and back to the finish – or your chosen viewing points– in plenty of time.
Finally, please keep Wirral and Liverpool tidy anddispose of your litter properly.
OFFICIAL MERCHANDISING.
The RunLiverpool Marathon has produced a great range ofsouvenir items which include T-shirts, hooded tops, a kitbag, caps, water bottles, a fridge magnet and pin badge!
TO ORDER simply go towww.runliverpoolmarathon.co.uk/merchandise/or call in to the event office at 4 North John Street, Liverpool city centre.
T-Shirts
Hoodies
£1395
£2995
Fridge Magnets
Kit BagsCaps
Water Bottle
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£200£300
£895
£795£595
Sefton ParkSaturday 8th October 10.00am.
An ideal warm up run for marathonrunners and spectators alike!
RunLiverpool Marathon have organised a short fourmile jog around Sefton Park just before Marathon day
and everyone is welcome to take part.
Come and enjoy the relaxed surroundings of Liverpoolmost famous park and when the run is over take a
stroll to PENNY LANE!
Entry is limited to 500 and everyone taking part gets aFab Four Miler T shirt.
To enter go towww.runliverpoolmarathon.co.uk
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Race Tips.Positive Mental Attitude! If this is your first marathon then you will have read and heardlots of things about the day. The most important thing for youto do is retain a Positive Mental Attitude from start to finish. Atsome stage of the race it will get harder and you will need tobe strong mentally. Stay positive and visualise yourselfcrossing the finish line. It does work!
Encouragement.If you want to get a good reaction from the crowds then putyour name on your running vest or top – but beware!! It isimportant that you react to the encouragement when youneed to, especially in the later stages of the marathon.During the early miles you will need to keep to a steadypace and not go off too fast.
Start Steady – find your marathon pace.Once you are on the start line the biggest mistake you canmake is to go off too fast. If you have a target finishing timethen you will have an average ’minutes per mile’ figure inmind. For example, if you are looking to run 8 minute milesthen make sure you don’t exceed that pace in the earlymiles.
Your performance will be remembered for what you do inthe last half of the race and this will be shaped by what youdo in the first half! Keep it steady.
Stay hydrated but don’t drink too much.It is important that you stay hydrated on race day but it is alsopossible to drink too much on your way around the 26 milescourse. Before race day you should practice drinking on therun and get right the amount you consume. Drinking a littleoften is the key although this may be affected by weatherconditions. In October it is normally comfortable and extremeweather conditions are unlikely. It is recommended that youavoid alcohol the night before!
Break down the course.Everyone acknowledges that 26.2 miles is a long way and ifit is your first marathon then it is also a venture into theunknown for you. As part of your Positive Mental Attitudeapproach to the day try and break the distance down intomanageable parts. Create a beginning, a middle and anend section and liken the shorter distances to where youare familiar with. As you mentally move through the sectionsyou have created in your mind you will be surprised howquickly the miles pass by. Try not to think about how far youhave to go but focus on how far you have gone.
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Are you fit to take part on race day?The first question you have to ask yourself is… “am I fitenough to take on this task?” Only you will know howyour training has gone and you will instinctively knowwhether you are fit enough. Running a marathon isphysically very demanding and you will have to be at peakfitness to take on this ultimate challenge.
It is especially important if you have any underlying medicalconditions such as asthma or diabetes. It is essential thatyou consult with your doctor if you have any doubts aboutyour ability to complete the marathon.
On the big day it is also important that you complete theMedical Condition & Emergency Contact panel on the backof your running number. This will greatly assist us in dealingwith any medical matters that may arise.
If you do have a medical problem, even something assimple as a cold, then it is important that you assess yourown ability to finish the marathon even up to the day before.
No matter how hard you have trained for marathon day it isessential that if for any reason you are in doubt aboutcompleting the distance then you make a rational ratherthan an emotional decision about taking part. There isalways another marathon to do!
So you are taking part. With that decision made then you need to be in tip topcondition and make sure you eat, drink and rest properlyduring the last two weeks before the race. There is a lot ofinformation available about diet, nutrition and training but insummary the key thing is to listen to your body. If you dothat then you will do well!
Post race food intake.Once you have completed the marathon it is important thatyou consume some food relatively quickly. This will helpreplenish your depleted energy reserves and accelerate therecovery process.
There are many cafes, restaurants and bars within closeproximity to the finish line to choose from.
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Results.All results and finishing positions will be posted on www.runliverpoolmarathon.co.uk as soon as they are available. Race timingis managed by TDL Limited, contact details are on their web site www.tdl.ltd.uk. All enquiries about the results can be directedto Tom Last ([email protected]).
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The RunLiverpool Marathon 2011 is staged under UKA Ruling, Race Permitapplied for.
The event is managed and delivered by RunLiverpool Limited, 4 North JohnStreet, Liverpool L2 4SA.
Taking part in the RunLiverpool Marathon, 9th October 2011.By entering the event you acknowledge that you accept responsibility for anyinjury or accident which may occur whilst you train for, travel to or from theevent, take part in or whilst on the event premises save to the extent anyaccident or injury which is caused by our negligence.
Personal health and fitness.You understand that participating in this event is potentially hazardous andyou should NOT take part unless properly trained and capable of completingthe full 26.2 miles. It is recommended that you consult your doctor prior toundertaking training for a marathon. It is your responsibility to make sure youare medically fit and capable of running the RunLiverpool Marathon.
RunLiverpool Marathon Limited reserves the right to stop any runner fromtaking part if deemed unfit to run, including removal whilst participating onthe day.
Medical treatment while attending the RunLiverpool Marathon.By entering this event you are confirming that should you require medicaltreatment during your participation (before, during or after) then it will beadministered by medically qualified staff representing the RunLiverpoolMarathon. Medical support will be provided by British Red Cross.
Data protection.Personal details secured by RunLiverpool Marathon Limited as part of yourentry procedure will only be used by RLM Limited and official third parties inconnection with the event. By entering the event you grant full andirrevocable permission for RLM Limited to pass on any medical informationyou have provided that may be necessary on 9th October.
Standard wheelchairs, bicycles, stilts, roller skates, buggies andsimilar contraptions.The RunLiverpool Marathon is classified as a footrace (save for permissiblewheelchair entries) and as such none of the contraptions mentioned aboveare allowed. Any attempt to use may result in the forcible removable of theitems and disqualification of the individual.
Anyone attempting to start or join in the event in an outfit deemedunsuitable by RLM Limited will not be allowed. If you consider any outfityou wish to participate in falls into this category then please contact theevent office in advance of the day for further clarification.
It is with regret that due to Health And Safety issues, standard wheelchairsmay not be used in the RunLiverpool Marathon. Only appropriately adaptedwheelchairs which are fit for racing may be used.
Event cancellation.RunLiverpool Marathon Limited reserves the right, in absolute discretion, tocancel, delay or postpone the event due to unforeseen circumstances out ofreasonable control of RLM Limited.
In such cases RLM Limited will endeavour to inform participants as quicklyas possible regarding the presiding situation. Should the event be cancelled,delayed or postponed due to circumstances outside the reasonable controlof RLM Limited (including for the avoidance of doubt due to adverse weatherconditions or as a result of instruction from the Emergency Services) RLMLimited will not be liable for any inconvenience, expenses, costs, losses ordamages suffered by participants.
Where the event has to be cancelled, delayed or postponed due tocircumstances that were within the reasonable control of RLM Limited, theentire liability will be limited to the entry fee that has been paid to take part.
Animals.Animals of any kind are not permitted to take part in the RunLiverpoolMarathon including Guide Dogs for blind persons wishing to take part. RLMLimited will however provide a complimentary entry for guide runners.
UKA Ruling / Music Devices.For Health and Safety reasons you must not participate and use anypersonal entertainment listening devices. This is particularly important so asto allow any of the Emergency Services and their vehicles to operate safelyin, on and around the course. As a consequence you need to be aware ofyour immediate surroundings at all times.
Race ejection.RLM Limited reserve the right, in absolute discretion, to refuse to allow anyparticipation that may be considered to cause offence or injury to theparticipant, other participants or spectators. This includes the wearing of anyclothing or visual messages that may cause offence to others. Failure tocomply with any instruction from event officials will result in ejection from therace and possible intervention of Merseyside Police.
Disclaimer.Participants accept that marathon running is for persons with a high degreeof physical fitness and who have undertaken a lengthy and appropriatetraining regime. It is YOUR responsibility to seek appropriate medical adviceprior to participation. Participation in the RunLiverpool Marathon is entirely atyour own risk and by entering the event participants acknowledge that RLMLimited is NOT liable for injury, loss, death or damage arising fromparticipation in the event save to the extent that it is caused by RLM Limitednegligence.
Event Rules.
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