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Liver LIFE Challenge Marathon

San Francisco, August 3, 2008. Join us for our inaugural Run For Research Marathon Team comprised of runners with a commitment and a passion for promoting liver wellness and raising awareness for organ donation. Introducing Dr. Catherine Frenette of CPMC as our RFR Team Wellness Coach. Applications to the RFR Marathon Team are now closed. Volunteers are needed August 1 and 2.

August 3rd, 2008

Contact: Michelle Flatley
Phone: 800.292.9099 (415.248.1060, Fax: 415.248.1066)
Web: Email

Hosted by American Liver Foundation
San Francisco

Click here to donate to the Run for Research

Volunteer for the Run for Research

We need volunteers to help us with our marathon booth for the Run for Research on Friday, August 1 & Saturday, August 2nd

We need people to help with our booth for the marathon and volunteers will work in shifts.

If you're interested in being a volunteer for this event, please contact us at 415-248-1060.

The Challenge

The Run For Research (RFR) is the running team that wins every time! Coordinated by the northern California chapter of the American Liver Foundation, the team promotes awareness of liver diseases and organ donation and raises money to fund critical programs in research and education. RFR runners will compete on Sunday, August 3 at the San Francisco Marathon, sponsored by friends, family, colleagues and other contributors.

Our RFR team members will be "virtually coached" by Art Lehman. A bay area runner for more than 45 years, Art has successfully competed in 15+ marathon and triathalon events nationwide. Art was a competitive sprinter in high school and college and then during the 70's the marathon craze began!

Download the registration form and apply for the Run For Research Marathon Team directly through the ALF by Monday, JUNE 30.

Run For Research Marathon Team 2008 Registration

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Run For Research Marathon Team 2008 Registration

Download the training guide.

RFR Training Guide

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RFR Training Guide

9 Weeks to go. Click here for training tips to keep moving forward!

9 Weeks

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10 weeks to the finish line. You can do it! Here's how.

10 Weeks

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Don't forget to stretch while you are training. Check out these excellent tips:

Tips on Stretching

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The Marathon

The RFR Team will start and finish on the Embarcadero at Mission Street (San Francisco). The staging area is located within walking distance in Justin Herman Plaza across from the Ferry Building at Market and Steuart Streets. The Wave starts at 5:30AM-6:20AM.

The MILES:

Start: The race begins on the Embarcadero at Mission Street.

Mile 1: In the distance to your left, you will see Coit Tower. Pass through Fisherman’s Wharf, the biggest tourist attraction going on your right.

Miles 2-3: Run through Fort Mason and along the scenic Marina district.

Mile 4: As you pass the restored marshes on the right, you are nearing the southern entrance to the Golden Gate Bridge. Enter the Presidio.

Mile 5-10: Run across the stunning Golden Gate bridge towards Marin county, and then back towards the city.

Mile 11 & 12: A downhill run into Sea Cliff and Richmond Districts, and then into Golden Gate Park. (Half Marathon)

Miles 13-19: Enjoy the flora and intermittent shade of the park. Exit the park through the Alvord Lake Tunnel.

Mile 20-22: Pass through the Haight Ashbury and Mission Districts.

Miles 23 & 24: Run through Potrero Hill. Anticipate the final two miles of your journey.

Miles 25 – END: Pass AT&T Park (Home of the SF Giants)! You will first see Cupid’s Arrow and then the finish line. (Full Marathon)

END: Post marathon the RFR team will join with others in a BBQ feed and live music party along the scenic Embarcadero amidst the glory of great personal achievement and fantastic "road runner" tales!

THE RESEARCH

The American Liver Foundation is the largest supporter of liver disease research outside of the federal government. Since 1979 our competitive Research Awards Program has granted more that $21.3M to more than 650 scientists. These grants have encouraged young scientists and physicians to build careers in liver research and treatment. Our grants have also enabled recipients to successfully compete for additional research funds from the NIH and other sources, and – thereby – enhance our progress towards improved prevention, detection and treatment options. The northern California chapter has funded more than $3M in research grants to UC Davis, UCSF, and Stanford medical center.

In fact pioneering studies funded by the ALF have demonstrated the principal feasibility of liver cell therapy in patients. Research is exploring the very real possibility of specific hepatocyte replacement rather than whole organ transplant in achieving a therapeutic effect in many liver diseases.

THE REASON

30 million women, men and children are affected by one of more than 100 diseases of the liver. (genetic, metabolic and viral).

In fact, many forms of liver disease have no symptoms and cannot be detected without screening. Liver disease is now one of the top ten causes of death in the U.S. and is now among the top seven for adults between the ages of 25-64—claiming more than 27,000 lives every year. Transplantation is often the treatment of last resort.

The leading cause of chronic liver disease in the U.S. – and a significantly growing cause of liver cancer – is hepatitis B and C. And the reality is that liver disease can be traced to a variety of causes related to family history, reactions to drugs and chemicals, social behavior and hygiene. Your Liver, Your Life.

THE AMERICAN LIVER FOUNDATION

The American Liver Foundation is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization for liver health promotion and disease prevention. Our essential preventive liver wellness education and information programs reach patients, the public and medical professionals.

www.liverfoundation.org

Page updated: July 15th, 2008