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Tip of the Month
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(James T. McCay) Water and fuel demands increase as your running distance increases. Have about one-half cup of fluids every twenty minutes and a snack of simple carbohydrates (such as sports gels, packets of honey, and energy drinks), every 45 minutes. Avoid fiber, protein and fat because these take longer to digest and can cause stomach cramps. For recovery nutrition, don't forget that real food can be just as good as, if not better than, sports bars and powders. |
Neighborhood Festivals
Pittsburgh is an exciting place to be on Marathon weekend. Neighborhoods and communities along the course have made it a tradition to celebrate the Marathon by hosting neighborhood festivals and celebrations on race day; showcasing their communities and cheering on the many runners and walkers.
The Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon highlights the many beautiful and unique neighborhoods of the City of Pittsburgh. We work with the many neighborhood associations and organizations to provide open communication and support for the event with the neighborhoods along the course.
Racers have long commented that the enthusiastic crowd support throughout Pittsburgh’s many neighborhoods is one of the best features of the race!
The Dick's Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon is encouraging neighborhoods to host their own “festivals” on Sunday, May 2, 2010 and is offering up to $1,500 matching funds to eligible neighborhoods. For more information or to apply, review the guidelines and application.
Neighborhood Festival Guidelines and Application
Find out other ways neighborhoods can participate.
Neighborhood Participation
If you have any additional questions, please contact Katie Pavlich, Special Events Director at the Dick’s Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon office 412-586-7785 or email kpavlich@pittsburghmarathon.com.
Check back here to find out where the neighborhood celebrations will be so that you can join in the fun!
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