FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Introducing the Dean Karnazes Silicon Valley Marathon
Inspirational runner, Evolve Sports to utilize technology developed
in Silicon Valley for 2009 event
SAN JOSE, Calif. - (May 6, 2009) - Evolve Sports has announced a new
partnership between the Silicon Valley Marathon® and Dean Karnazes, one of
America's most prolific runners. The inaugural Dean Karnazes Silicon Valley
Marathon (DKSVM) - set for Sunday, October 25, 2009 - will serve as a
platform for many of the initiatives that Karnazes has championed over the
years including the promotion of a healthy and active lifestyle for all
Americans. Currently, the event is the only road marathon in the South Bay,
a region that is known for being one of the most health-conscious areas in
the United States.
The 12th Silicon Valley Marathon expects thousands of participants and
spectators alike descending upon the technology capital of the world to
compete in one of the most popular running events on the West Coast.
The launch of the DKSVM aims to revolutionize the relationship between a
marathon and the runners who participate in it. Utilizing technology that
was heavily developed in the Silicon Valley, such as social networking,
Karnazes' inspired "twitter" training, and extensive tracking of charitable
donations, this race will be like no other. Karnazes and the Silicon Valley
Marathon continue to share a similar passion for increasing the awareness
of obesity in America, especially among our youth, and this event will
serve as catalyst for turning the tide locally. With the assistance of
Dean's official charity, Karno Kids, as well as the connections established
with the Silicon Valley health sector, the community 5K will provide the
Bay Area's youth an ideal opportunity to "Get up and Get out".
"I am both honored and excited to be affiliated with an event that shares
many of the same attitudes and beliefs I have about healthy living and an
active way of life," said Karnazes about the partnership.
Race director JT Service added, "It is my hope that by having Dean as the
face of the Silicon Valley Marathon, we will be able reach an even greater
audience of people who wish to change their lifestyle through the sport of
running."
Race information, updates and registration are available at the official
website www.SVMarathon.com. For more about Dean Karnazes, go to:
www.UltramarathonMan.com
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