Weekend Runaround: Hike Me To The Moon, LA Marathon’s Cheer Alley

Hike Me To The Moon

I’m all about the nighttime running/trail events. There is a new inaugural hike happening at Runyon Canyon this weekend hosted by ROCK TODAY. For $15 you will be taken (in different pace groups) up along Runyon for a scenic sunset hike… all ending with a private party in the hills. Not bad! Tickets must by purchased by Friday the 18th on their eventbrite page in order to attend.

Not running the LA Marathon? Why not go out and support all your friends and favorite celebrities! Some of the most notable celebrities this year: Edward Norton and Flea.

LA Marathon traffic is enough of a cluster eff as it is… so if you are confused as to where to go check out and support your favorite runners start off with heading over to the K-Swiss Cheer Alley as they attempt to break the Guinness World Record™ for ‘Largest Cheerleading Dance.’

I figured since I’m not marathoning this year, I might as well be a part of a record breaking event!

LA Marathon Dedication Playlist

OMG OMG OMG It’s almost here! Trying not to shoot myself in the head so please please, add a song for me on my LA Marathon Playlist by clicking on the list link and joining the group. That way I won’t feel like I’m running alone… :


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LA Marathon Tweetup

RSVP Here so people on twitter know who to cheer for. If you are interested in meeting up for dinner the night before the race, let me know as I am planning on organizing something. Can’t wait!

5 Marathons To Try in Los Angeles / Orange County

Me at Malibu Half Marathon

Although Southern California is not known for having a high concentration of runners, there are several world class races to choose from. The great weather year round helps too. Thinking of making Los Angeles or Orange County the place for your destination race? Here are top 5 picks.

Big Sur Marathon – Named one of Runner’s World’s top marathons to run a few years running, this is the most drool worthy course in California.

Surf City Marathon/Half Marathon/5k – One of my personal favorite races. Fast, flat out and back course mostly along PCH. Always sells out with a great race participation vibe.

Catalina Eco Marathon – This is race is on my hitlist. Really challenging trail marathon on Catalina island. (One of the few races in California that can boast about you being able to run with buffalo.)

Malibu Marathon – The course will kill your soul but the views of the beach and the water crashing over the rocks in Malibu will distract you from the pain of your soul dying. I LOVE this course. It’s a cool, hip local race to boot with some awesome locals who run it.

LA Marathon – Running from Dodger Stadium to the Pacific Ocean? Featuring majestic Los Angeles based landmarks this race is a must (plus you might see a celebrity or two).

18th Street Artists Relay the LA Marathon

I didn’t notice these folks last year, but it looks like  local artists  from Santa Monica’s 18th Street Arts Center will be participating yet again at the LA Marathon: complete with drum circle, costumes, bananas and personal cheering section. Fun! Although I personally don’t see myself doing it for a race anytime soon, I always find a good giggle and enjoyment from people who run in costume or elaborate outfits.

The most interesting thing about this particular group participation is that they got special permission from the LA Marathon to do a relay team of 6o people!!!

Imagine training for that kind of team.

[Source: Santa Monica Mirror]

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