Cebu Marathon 2012 – Feel the Beat and Get On Your Feet

January 2012 kicks off with the sound of running shoes as the city prepares for the year’s biggest race – the Cebu Marathon. This January 8, 2012, an expected 8,000 runners from all over the country and the world are invited to “Feel The Beat and Get On Your Feet” as the Cebu Marathon goes back to its Sinulog roots, bringing the festive vibe to the sport and highlighting the race as an added reason to join the city’s biggest festival. People from all walks of life will once again converge on the streets of Cebu to conquer 21K and the ultimate marathon distance of 42K. For young and old, beginners and veterans, there is a 5K Fun Run too.

For those who wish to experience the Cebu Marathon, there are two ways to register: Online through www.cebumarathon.com which opened last October 7 or on-site at the Active Zone, Ayala Center Cebu from November 2 to December 15, 2011. Registration fees are P500 for 5K, P700 for 21K and P1,000 for 42K until November 20, 2011 while late registration fees are P600 for 5K, P900 for 21K and P1200 for 42K from November 21 to December 15, 2011. Registration is inclusive of limited edition New Balance singlet, finisher’s medal for all 42K runners, timing chip powered by Sprint Race Timers, race bib, post-race refreshments, post-race massage(21K & 42K runners), finishers’ loot bag, opportunities to win in the Raffle, product sampling & giveaways from sponsors, access to Marathon Expo on January 4-7, 2012, access to Carbo-Loading Party on January 6, 2012 and big discounts in all Active Zone stores. Only the first 5,000 registrants will receive the New Balance Singlet so send in your registration forms as early as now!

There will be a lot of pre-race activities in store for all runners including the Marathon Expo on January 4 -7, 2012 at the Active Zone, Ayala Center Cebu. Amazing promos and exciting discounts on all running gear, sportswear and other accessories are all happening. Race packs may also be claimed during the Expo. On January 6, 2012, all the registrants are invited to join the Carbo-Loading Party at The Terraces, Ayala Center Cebu where they can meet and mingle with other running enthusiasts and experts. Don’t miss out on one of the country’s biggest and most acclaimed racing events of the year. Register today, get your running shoes ready and see you next year in Cebu City!

The Cebu Marathon 2012 is presented by Castrol, co-presented by New Balance, Ayala Center Cebu and Cebu I.T. Park. The race is organized by the Cebu Executive Runners Club, the City of Cebu and ASAP Advertising Services and Promotions, Inc. Register now at www.cebumarathon.com