The mp3 talks about the upcoming 2012 Marin County Half Marathon, 10k & 5k, as well as the marathon’s beneficiary, the Breast Cancer Emergency Fund. You’ll also learn more about the scenic course, and a fantastic Bali trip giveaway!

Click on the link below, and listen to the mp3.

Download the MP3 Here

The following is some information about their new store.

Opening in February at 720 Center Blvd., Fairfax, Ca 94930 with new hours 8am to 9pm everyday.

• Organic Cafe with Indoor Seating
• Organic Taqueria
• Wok & Grill with Local Organic Vegetables & Meats
• Delicatessen with Hot and Cold Sandwiches
• Rotisserie Roasted Chicken
• Natural Meat Stews & Seafood Chowders
• Expanded Organic Vegetarian Salad Bar
• Expanded Hot Organic Vegetarian Food Bar
• New Organic Bakery with Artisan Breads & Pastries
• Organic Smoothies & Juice Bar with Counter Seating
• Organic Ice Cream Served on Waffles Cones
• More Artisan Cheeses
• New Antipasti/Olive Bar
• Huge Selection of Organic & Biodynamic Wines
• California Grown Flowers and Plants under an Indoor Tree
• Outdoor Seating with an Outdoor Fireplace
• Triple the Selection of 100% Organic Produce

The Half Full Running Club has a RRCA, USATF certified coaching staff, and is a member of the Road Runners Club of America.  We have experienced pacers to assist in your journey. The Half Full Running Club is a non-profit club that is run by the members.

Whether you are able to run one block or 10-miles we are able to assist you in achieving your running goals.  We have traditional training and we incorporate the Galloway Run/Walk Training Theory.

Training Options

Our training program locations are Bay Area wide.

The 12 and 17 week training begins January 7, 2012

Our 12 week training program will prepare you for the Marin County 5K, 10K, and ½ Marathon and our 17-week program will prepare you for the Eugene Marathon April 29, 2012.

To Register, click here.

If you have questions please email: greg@halffullrunning.com

Club Features:  Our annual fee is $50

• Year round training
• Year round social runs (beginning January 7, 2012)
• Quarterly social gatherings
• Discounted Race Entries
• San Francisco or East Bay training locations
• Detailed day-to-day Training Schedule
• USATF Certified Coaches
• RRCA Certified Coaches
• Coach Support on long runs and at the track, and via email
• Experienced Pacers for Saturday long runs and track sessions
• Online Running Resources: training support partners, team chat-room, cross training, stretching tips
• Runner Seminars by experts on injury prevention, heart rate training, nutrition and more
• Weekly e-newsletter regarding weekly runs, runner tips, etc.
• SCHWAG: 1 tech shirt, running cap, store discounts, goody bag, and raffles

Are the t-shirts tech or cotton?

T-shirts are technical (recycled polyester

Do finishers get medals?

All finishers receive a medal.

If we elect not to pay for the reserved parking spot, I assume we can park in one of the three designated lots where the shuttle bus makes its stops?

There’s plenty of free on-street parking (a few miles on both sides of the street) to take a shuttle bus in and back to your vehicle. Hopefully this answers some of your questions!

Mckenna Faith

Saturday Performer

McKenna Faith is a 16 year old country music singer/songwriter from Ukiah, California who grew up in the rodeo circuit singing the national anthem. She more recently won the teen and adult divisions at Ukiah Idol and was the “Peoples Choice” in the Rising Stars competition. She recorded her fist album, Sugar & Spice, in Nashville in 2010 and has been touring since with many concerts sold out.

Emily Rath

Sunday Performer

Emily Rath, a 22 year old singer/songwriter based in the beautiful Bay Area, has recently graduated from UC Santa Barbara and is well on her way into an exciting musical career. She was a member of UC Santa Barbara’s only co-ed a cappella group for all four years of college and previously a member of the Marin based a cappella group ‘Til Dawn in high school, directed by the critically-acclaimed singer/songwriter Austin Willacy. Throughout her teens until now she has performed at songwriter showcases on her own, opened for musicians such as Jason Reeves, Javier Dunn and Lissie, and has performed at esteemed venues such as the Hotel Utah and Biscuit & Blues in San Francisco. Emily’s music is of a contemporary pop/folk genre, a “Sara Bareilles meets Gavin Degraw” sound with powerful melodies & lyrics. Emily recently started her own band with members Zach Norman and Robert Kale and intends to continue pursuing her passion indefinitely.

Stages of Sleep

Sunday on our Smokehouse Stage

The Stages of Sleep is best described as experimental/alternative gypsy rock. Heavily influenced by such bands as Radiohead, The Gipsy Kings, Emily Wells and 2 Foot Yard to name a few. The end result of their eclectic sound could be characterized as “world music.” The band members, however, prefer to say that their music encompasses and defines a “cross-genre” style of music. The main cast of The Stages of Sleep originates from the San Francisico Bay Area, with collaborative efforts from additional artists around the country.

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” -Margaret Mead

Now in its fourth year, the Marin County Triathlon Weekend is continuing its tradition of being one of the world’s most environmentally conscious triathlons, while donating all of the net proceeds to charity.

Where does your entry fees go?
After expenses, all of the money goes to our beneficiaries – one reason nearly one half million dollars has already been raised via our events !

New for 2011 will be the Sprint distance event on Saturday joining the Kids Triathlon on Saturday and the Olympic distance Triathlon for Sunday … all taking place at McNear’s Beach County Park and China Camp State Park in San Rafael, California.

The Olympic distance event offers a refreshing 1.5K swim in San Pablo Bay; followed by a challenging 22 mile bike course through China Camp State Park; concluded by a 10K out and back run course along the waters of San Pablo Bay.
The Sprint distance is a 500 meter swim, 8 mile bike and 5K run.
The Kids’ Triathlon is a safe, enclosed course comprised of a lifeguard monitored pool swim (for kids 6 years and under) or short distance bay swim (kids 7-15 years old); a .5 to 3 mile bike course; and a .25 to 1.5 mile run on a paved path along San Pablo Bay.

Brought to you by the all volunteer Sustainable Sports Foundation, the Marin County Triathlon Weekend attracts first-time racers, seasoned triathletes, relay teams and professional and Olympic athletes from across the globe. With the courses’ connection to the natural landscape and commitment to sustainability, the Marin County Triathlon events are magnificently scenic, spectator friendly and gentle on the environment.
We hope you will join us for this year’s races, either as a participant, volunteer or sponsor.