FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

                   Akron Marathon's Full Marathon Sold Out

       Half Marathon and Five-Person Relay Spots Available, Limited 

Akron, Ohio (August 16, 2012) – The Akron Marathon's headlining event, the 
Full Marathon, has sold out.  A limited number of spaces remain for the 
Half Marathon, presented by Acme Fresh Markets, and the Five-Person Team 
Relay, presented by Novo Nordisk.

Half Marathon and Team Relay hopefuls are encouraged to register online 
today at www.AkronMarathon.org to secure their space in the 10th annual 
running of the Akron Marathon, presented by Time Warner Cable. 

"Community support for the Akron Marathon has continued to grow year after 
year," said Jim Barnett, executive race director.  "We're humbled to have 
such a loyal base of participants.  We couldn't hold such a successful 
event in any city other than Akron."

The Akron Marathon will take place Saturday, September 29, 2012 beginning 
at 7 a.m.   For race information – including a race weekend schedule, 
training advice, and ideas for increased involvement – please visit 
www.AkronMarathon.org.

About the Akron Marathon
The Akron Marathon, presented by Time Warner Cable, is organized by the 
Akron Marathon Charitable Corporation, a nonprofit group that is dedicated 
to promoting health and fitness.  Additional information on the Akron 
Marathon, half marathon and team relay is available at 
www.AkronMarathon.org or by calling (330) 434-2RUN (2786).

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