Why do you rock? Let us know what inspires or motivates you! Tell us your story
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Quick quiz – How many calories do you need on raceday? How much fluid per hour? Read on to see the science behind how the folks at GU Energy formulate their performance energy products and get the answers to these questions – It’s on the course so train with it! September in Philadelphia – the…
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With the 10th anniversary of September 11th of the horizon, we look back and remember this tragic day. This event was one of the first sporting events to take place following the attacks. Take a moment and reflect…
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Rock ‘n’ Roll Philadelphia Half Marathon Special – 50% Off all Insoles & Socks from Sof Sole. Stop by the Sof Sole booth at the Expo for a chance to try out the best-selling insole in running. Our experts will be on site to determine your needs and find the best performance footbed that can maximize…
Read Full StoryKara Meet Kara. When she was in college, she ran her first marathon. Unfortunately, 9 weeks later she was in a serious car accident that left her in a coma with brain injury, internal bleeding and a fractured pelvis, ribs, wrists and spine. It was a surprise that she had not been paralyzed from the…
Read Full StoryWith the 10 year anniversary of September 11th approaching, we remember this tragic day by honoring heroes and recognizing the lives lost. While this tragedy was felt around the world, it hit especially close to home in Philadelphia. The 2001 Philadelphia Distance Run (now called the Rock ‘n’ Roll Philadelphia Half Marathon) was one of…
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Packet Pickup Options While race management strongly recommends that each runner picks up their own race number, timing device, t-shirt and Swag Bag at the Health & Fitness Expo we are offering two options in an effort to accommodate the requests from teams, families, and local runners, while balancing the very real security and logistical needs…
Read Full StoryIn 2011, Rock ‘n’ Roll will take center stage with a finish line concert headlined by former “Poison” frontman Bret Michaels, whose energetic performance will keep runners on their feet long past their half-marathon finish.
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