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Team A.S.K. Informational Meetings scheduled for June

Race Director — Fri, 21 May 2010 19:15:12 +0000

So, you’ve heard about Special Kids Team A.S.K. and you’ve seen their bright yellow shirts on race day, but what exactly does Team A.S.K. do?

Come to their informational meeting and find out how their coaches can help you train for The Middle Half or the Kids Fun Run, while you help one of their Special Kids.

Kids Team A.S.K. for the Kids Fun Run
Date: Tuesday, June 8
Time: 6:00 pm
Special Kids Annex Building
202 Arnette St. Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Hosts: Kristen Jackson & Sharon Perry
kjackson@specialkidstn.com
RSVP to Facebook Event Team A.S.K.

Team A.S.K. for The Middle Half
Date: Thursday, June 10
Time: 6:00 pm
Special Kids Annex Building
202 Arnette St. Murfreesboro, TN 37130
Hosts: Sharon Perry & Mike Moore
sperry@specialkidstn.com
RSVP to Facebook Event Team A.S.K.

Personalize your race

Race Director — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 17:03:38 +0000

Admit it, you love it when people cheer for you by name!

This year we’re adding your name to your race bib. First name, last name, your choice. Makes it easier for your cheering section to recognize you in the early morning hours. And if you’re the shy type, don’t worry, you can leave yours blank.

Happy National Start! Walking Day

Race Director — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 20:39:45 +0000

We’re often asked if walkers can participate in The Middle Half. The short answer is “yes”, as long as a few guidelines are followed.

RULES FOR WALKERS:
1. At the start, please line up in the back. There will be a sign designating the Walkers’ area to line up. This eliminates a lot of jostling and zig-zagging at the start by athletes trying to pass slower participants.
2. Stay to the right, and do not walk more than two abreast.
3. All athletes MUST maintain a 15 minute per mile pace and must be at Mile 6 by 8:30 a.m. (ninety minutes after the last person crosses the Start line). Anyone on the course before Mile 6 after this time will be rerouted to the start line via Middle Tennessee Boulevard, either by foot or by a shuttle provided by the Murfreesboro Half Marathon, and will not be allowed to cross the finish line.

Happy walking!

Set your alarm

Race Director — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 19:51:47 +0000

Registration for The Murfreesboro Half Marathon and Kids Fun Run opens one month from today. Don’t miss out on the Early Registration fee for the half marathon of only $50 if you register during the month of May. Details for the event are being added almost daily to the website… check back often! And if you want to receive our email newsletter, click on the link under “Quick Links” to the right.

Seven Reasons Why Our Sponsors Sponsor.

Race Director — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 02:30:34 +0000

We’re very fortunate to have such fantastic Sponsors! Sponsors not only help keep the athletes’ race fees reasonable, they also find that partnering with The Middle Half is beneficial. Here are seven reasons our Sponsors keep coming back year after year:

1. The Middle Half promotes fitness. And fitness is cool.
2. Links added on The Middle Half website to their own website.
3. Their logo is everywhere!
4. An opportunity to connect with over 2,000 energetic, amazing people.
5. We’re Facebook friends!
6. Happy emails from an appreciative Race Director.
7. Representation on the back of The Middle Half tech shirt.

We’re adding several new Sponsors this year to make this the best Murfreesboro Half Marathon yet!

The next time you see one of our Sponsors, be sure to thank them. Use their products. Visit their store. Go to their website. Love our sponsors!!!

Need a Training Program?

Race Director — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 01:35:26 +0000

If you’ve never run a half marathon before, joining a training group is a good way to learn tips and stay motivated. Murfreesboro Parks & Rec and Fleet Feet Sports (Murfreesboro), two of our major sponsors, are offering training programs specifically for The Middle Half.

Both offer experienced trainers who can answer your questions and give advice specific to your goals and ability. Check them out!

The Middle Half 2009 Champions set record times

Race Director — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 22:19:28 +0000

The 2009 Murfreesboro Half Marathon was highlighted by new course records set by both the men’s and women’s champions!

Janet Cherobon of Rome, GA, a past 8-time NCAA Div. II All-American and 3-time National Champion, set The Middle Half female course record with a time of 1:18:18. She has also run the fastest half-marathon (female) ever in Tennessee, with a time of 1:14:30 at the 2009 Germantown Half Marathon. She has a personal best in the half marathon (1:12:22) from the 2009 Indy 500 Mini-Marathon. She also won the 2007, 2008, and 2009 ING Georgia Half Marathons, and the 2009 Green Bay Marathon (in 2:37).

Jacob Korir of Richmond, KY, is now a two-time champion of The Middle Half – winning both the 2008 and 2009 races! He set the male course record in 2009 with a time of 1:07:26. Korir was the 2008 Mayor’s Cup Champion, a multiple-time NCAA All American who placed 3rd in the 5000m at 2008 NCAA Indoor Championships, 4th in 10,000m at 2008 NCAA Outdoor Championships, and earned the 2nd Fastest NCAA Division I times in 5,000 and 10,000m in 2008. He was also twice named to the NCAA All Academic Team.

The Murfreesboro Half Marathon is extremely proud of these elite athletes!

Commemorative Middle Half Poster

Race Director — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 03:03:44 +0000

We’re happy to announce that the official, limited edition, 2009 Murfreesboro Half Marathon commemorative poster will be available this year at packet pickup!

Poster dimensions are 11 in x 17 in., free with a donation of $10.00 or more, (limit 2 posters per person).

Be sure to get your packet early, as only 110 of these exclusive posters were made!

Hats off to our participants!

Race Director — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 21:09:33 +0000

…or should we say “hats on”!
A limited number of souvenir Murfreesboro Half Marathon hats will be available at Packet Pickup and at the race…free with a donation of $15 or more. These stylish hats by RaceTrackers are made of lightweight 100% polyester Run Dri(r) material with a terry sweatband and an extra long visor to keep the sun and rain out of your eyes. One size fits most. Velcro enclosure on the back reads “THE MIDDLE HALF” (for those runners behind you to read). Available in both black and white. Get one of each!

Weather prediction for race day

Race Director — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 12:05:14 +0000

The average temperatures for October 3 in Murfreesboro are 49 degrees for the low, and 77 degrees for the high. Starting out may be a little chilly; think about wearing an old sweatshirt or jacket that you can toss at the start or at the first water station. We’ll collect them and give to a charity.

Remember, once you get started, the temperature feels about 15-20 degrees hotter than it is. So if it’s 65 degrees when you finish, it will feel like 85. Think twice before you put on that long-sleeve tech shirt. It may feel good at 5 a.m., but it won’t be long before you heat up.