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The 2013 Runner's World Challenge is now SOLD OUT!

Runner's World is kicking off its 2013 Runner's World Challenge series at the Big Sur International Marathon on April 28, 2013! The RW Challenge is an exclusive opportunity to be coached by Bart Yasso, RW's Chief Running Officer, train with the RW editors, get advice from RW experts on training, nutrition and injury prevention, and be treated like a VIP during race weekend at the "best destination marathon" in North America.  The $349 entry fee (plus Active.com's processing fee) includes:
  • Your marathon race entry (even when the open marathon has sold out!)
  • A 4-month customized training plan designed by Runner's World Experts with daily and weekly e-mails explaining the workouts for the week ahead
  • A technical t-shirt with the Runner's World Challenge logo in addition to your ASICS BSIM participant shirt
  • Private race packet and event shirt pickup for all Challengers at the Expo during race weekend
  • A catered VIP tent at the finish with free post-race massages
  • Private buses to the start in Big Sur where a VIP tent with private bathrooms await
  • Access to a private website for Challengers to connect with other runners taking the Challenge, and the RW Experts on training, nutrition and injury-prevention
  • Your own sweats drop van at the start that will take them directly to your VIP tent at the finish
  • A copy of "The Runner's Rule Book", "The Long Run" or "The Complete Book of Running".
  • The opportunity to book your accomodations at the luxurious Portola Hotel & Spa, the RW Challenge Host Hotel (see below)
  • An opportunity to hang out with Bart Yasso, and the editors of Runner's World for a VIP weekend.

To confirm your registration information, click the link below and once on the page, enter LAST NAME ONLY.
If you feel you are registered and don't see your name, call Active.com at 877.228.4881.
To correct any incorrect information, email sally@bsim.org.

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Portola Hotel & Spa

Portola Hotel & Spa
The Portola Hotel & Spa will be the official host hotel for the Runner's World Challenge.  Join RW editors and other challengers for a Saturday morning shake-out run, fun social gatherings, a pre-race chat with Bart and the editors, private bus transportation to the start and more.  Located next to the Health & Fitness Expo and just steps from Fisherman's Wharf and the Monterey Bay, the Portola Hotel & Spa is at the center of the action during race weekend. This relaxing waterfront retreat offers a newly renovated complimentary fitness center featuring state-of-the-art Cybex equipment and an outdoor plunge pool. Take some time before or after the marathon to rejuvenate at the Spa on the Plaza, Monterey's #1 full-service day spa.

Room Type:  Portola King or Double/Double $231 single or double occupancy.  Two night minimum stay required.

To reserve your room for the Runner's World Challenge at the Portola Hotel and Spa, click HERE.

Questions about the Challenge?  Call 831.625.6226 or email sally@bsim.org