This is the third Maui Marathon newsletter of 2005. We have a new line of 2005 merchandise. See below for details!

Valley Isle Road Runners Association - from Bob Craver

The Valley Isle Road Runners Association (VIRR) was founded in 1970 and has grown to nearly 400 members. It is administered by an elected volunteer Board of Directors and is a long-time member of the Road Runners Club of America.

VIRR represents Hawaii running at its best and has been serving the community now for over 35 years while annually producing the Maui Marathon, The Maui Half Marathon, the Maui Tacos 5k, Iao Valley 5 and 10k, Na Holo Wahine, Haleakala Run to the Sun, the Hana Relays, Harbor to Harbor, Beat the Heat and the Turkey Trot along with a variety of other events in conjunction with smaller Maui-based multi-sports groups.

From the beginning runner or walker to the elite competitor, VIRR addresses the varied talents and interests of its members in a year round program. They are available to assist other organizations with additional races during the year by providing their expertise and support.

In 1990, VIRR past president, Mike Rocco, created the Youth Awards program as a way to recognize the outstanding young runners of Maui County. In addition to trophies, plaques and medals, a scholarship fund was created which, to this day, continues to provide financial assistance to many young runners in the community. With this assistance many young athletes are able to travel to mainland clinics and meets to train and compete with athletes they normally would not have the opportunity to.

In 1996, VIRR teamed up with the Maui County Parks and Recreation Department to create a year-round youth age group running program. This program continues to grow in popularity with nearly 200 young members. VIRR sponsors many of these children by paying their entry fees in the annual Front Street Mile, held in conjunction with the Maui Marathon, making it one of the most popular and family-friendly community events.

All proceeds from races, sponsorship, merchandise sales and membership fees are used to support and develop these programs and high quality events VIRR produces during the year. Being the vistor destination Maui is, VIRR welcomes new members from all over the world. For further information and a calendar listing of all Maui running and multi sports events, please go to VIRR.com or call 808-871-6441.

Aloha!

New 2005 Merchandise

New 2005 shirt designs, hats and duffel bags now available.

We also have the 2005 "In Training" Tee. Last year these sold out quickly so if you want the newly designed 2005 Tee, we suggest you order soon. Available now in S,M,L only. XL has been sold out.

Confirmation Lists

The Maui Marathon publishes lists of all runners who have entered the Maui Marathon, Maui Half Marathon and Maui Tacos 5K as well as signed up for the famous Carbo Load dinner. These lists are updated every 4-6 weeks. Applications received in the month of May will be posted on or about June 15 at which time the lists will be updated. See the: Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K and Carbo Load lists.

Hina Mana Salon & Spa

Pamper yourself...Maui Style!Come visit one of our peaceful retreats. or let us create a spa experience in the privacy of your room!

Hina Mana Salon & Spa is an Aveda Concept Salon located on beautiful Ka'anapali Beach. Hina Mana offers a wide variety of services from pedicures, facials and hair services to couples massage.

Located on the picturesque Napili coast, Makai Massage & bodywork offers a vast array of services including facials and massage therapy.

We are known for therapeutic massage and are the "official massage therapists for the Maui Marathon" For more information or to schedule an appointment please visit us at www.makaimassage.com.

2005 Maui Marathon Carbo Load Party is Sold Out -- But Wait!

2L Coaching Services

Have you been injured training for races in the past? Have you run a time before and want to improve upon it? Are you trying to run father than you ever have before? Do you need help with motivation?

The answer to all of these questions is simple and the same - take advantage of the expert guidance of 2L Coaching Services by signing up for an 8, 12, or 16 week training program for either the Half or Full Marathon.

You'll be trained by a professional coach who will design a customized training plan, communicate with you weekly by email, and help make sure that you achieve your goals for this year's race - whether that is to drop time off your previous best, or just finish.

Programs cost as little as $8 per week.

Get addition information and signup today by going to www.2lcoaching.com/.

Don't Be Left Out in the Sand!

Book Your Travel Now!

The Westin Maui Resort and Spa, race headquarters, is already two-thirds sold out! The Westin's 5th Night Free, offered exclusively through Marathon Tours and Travel, has been a popular choice for singles, couples and families alike.

The oceanfront property features an aquatic playground for the young and the young at heart. It offers an amazing 85,000 square feet of pool decks with swim-through grottos and two separate spas inter-connecting five heated pools! Make a splash with the huge 128-foot super slide and adults-only pool deck. The Westin Maui also has a "Running Concierge" at your service.

For more information on The Westin Maui or other Maui travel*, call Scott at Marathon Tours at (800) 444-4097 9:00 am to 5:00 pm EST. Or visit www.marathontours.com/maui.

For more information, call Scott at Marathon Tours at (800) 444-4097 9:00 am to 5:00 pm EST. Or visit www.marathontours.com/maui.

Marathon Tours The Westin Maui Exclusive - 5th night is free!!
*Also note that Marathon Tours receives a 10% discount on United flights, please call for details.

Training for the 2005 Maui Marathon or the Maui Half Marathon?

It is very timely that you should be in full preparation for the Maui marathon or half marathon which is now only FOUR months. This is especially true if the event is your first marathon or half marathon.

We encourage you to visit the Cool Running training pages, have a look at the training schedules for both the marathon and half marathon and determine which of the four levels (beginner, intermediate, advanced and competitive) in each event best suits you.

Cool Running also offers you the an interactive running log so that you can track your mileage on a daily basis, setup multiple running routes and monitor your performance against each route. You can keep track of your distance, time, pace, weight and heart rate as well as the mileage you put on your shoes, and a lot more.... Check it out today - it's free, it's the best running log out there.

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