Video Series of Limassol Marathon

Limassol Marathon GSO – Start & Finish Location
 
 
“The Limassol Marathon GSO Video Series”
Through out this series we will be covering the actual running route and provide you with information, vital tips and nutrition advice.
 
Limassol Marathon Registrations:
http://limassolmarathon.com
 
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Limassol Running Club
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Limassol Marathon GSO – 2011 Event

THE LIMASSOL MARATHON GSO 2011 WAS CONCLUDED WITH ABSOLUTE SUCCESS BOTH IN TERMS OF PARTICIPATION AS WELL AS ORGANIZATION!
 
 
The Limassol Marathon GSO 2011, was concluded with absolute success and the organizers are pleased of the successful outcome, both in terms of participation as well as organization.
 
The racing events were:

Marathon
Half Marathon
10K Race
5K Corporate Team Race

 
Various officials of the City and the Republic were present, among which were Members of the Parliament, the Mayor of Limassol, City Council Members, officials of the Ministry of Education and the Cyprus Tourism Organization and many more.
In charge of the whole event is Spyros Spyrou, member of the Limassol Council and Vice Chairman of Chamber of Commerce, who was extremely happy as his plans to turn the Limassol Marathon into one of the most popular Marathons in Europe are coming to fruition. he was particularly pleased about the fact that more than 1000 tourists travelled to Limassol from all over the world because of the Marathon.
 
The first 3 men and women of each race, recorded the following times.
 
 

Marathon – Men

 
Basweti Momanyi – 2:27:08 – KENYA
Kipkoech Raymond – 2:27:43 – KENYA
Chemwolo Eliu Kiprono – 2:37:33 – KENYA
 
 

Marathon – Women

Jertich Rutto Lydia – [...]

Message from the organizing committee

Dear friends, welcome to our webpage!
 
 
Limassol Marathon GSO is the official marathon of our country, accredited by the international federations of AIMS and IAAF. We are particularly proud of the fact that our Marathon is a lot more than an athletic event of international standards and mass participation. It is primarily an indication of the power of the human will and soul. It is a source of values, social awareness and solidarity. It is a celebration of joy and a celebration of friendship.
 
Our events include a Marathon, Half Marathon, Health Race, Corporate Race, Student Race and a Charity Run / Walk. The traffic free straight, fast and flat route is ideal for all runners and participants to achieve a personal best and our slogan ‘Run along the Waves reflects the true picture.
 
Limassol is the second largest city of Cyprus and the capital of vitality and hospitality. Molos area on the sea front is the start and finish point, a beautiful spot which smiles back to the smile offered by the sea! Imagine the fantastic route, the great beaches, the breathtaking trails combined with the well known hospitality of our people and the mild [...]

10 Items to remember for your early season marathon

As we end the 2010 racing season, it’s time for base-building for many athletes. An option for many is to plan on an early season marathon or half-marathon at a warmer destination.
 
10 items to rememberIt’s important to remember several items when you plan for your first race of the year as part of your base-building in preparation for the remainder of the season.
 
Here are 10 Items to remember on for your first early season marathon:
 
1. Start out very slow for the first half marathon.
2. Don’t expect a Personal Record if the marathon as part of your base-building.
3. Make sure you lubricate your feet as they need to be conditioned for longer miles.
4. Lubricate area’s prone to chafing especially if your coming to a warm weather race from your colder climate.
5. If it’s a big race and you bring your family, designate a meeting place at the finish (how many times have you walked around with tired legs and body trying to find your family or friends).
6. Practice a new mental training strategy for the race that you can incorporate into your summer [...]

Review by Wayne Kurtz – USA

 
 
Wayne Kurtz
racetwitch.com – USA

Klaus Duwe from marathon4you.de

Klaus Duwe,
marathon4you.de, Germany
 
 
‘Winter’ does not mean snow and ice everywhere…
 
Only four hours by plane, in Cyprus, in the most loved runner’s month, the temperature is about 20 degrees […]. Ideal for us to rest from the coldness, to get a foretaste of spring, to catch up some training or to run a marathon with fun and without any pressure […].
 
A better pasta party I’ve experienced anywhere. Every runner plus accompanying person is invited to come to the Kanika Pantheon Hotel. In the hotel they offered a buffet with various kind of pasta (including lasagna!), salads, fruits and desserts. On the beautiful decorated tables you can find water and vine. Honestly, if you want to have something comparable as a ‘normal’ guest, you have to pay minimum 30 Euros […]. Star of the night is Paul Tergat. The ex world record holder and first runner, who run the marathon in less than 2:05 hours in the memorable marathon in Berlin in 2003 […]. He will not run, but his attendance gives a special glamour to the Limassol Marathon.
 
Firstly without glamour is the Sunday morning. Start is at the old stadium GSO, directly at the coast road. It is raining, [...]

Feedback winner announcement

Feedback winner announcement
 
Summary: The Limassol Marathon GSO Feedback competition ended on the 31st of October and we are now ready to announce to the public the results and the lucky winner!
 
More than 500 people from all over the world entered our feedback competition, 60% male and 40% ages 30-39.
The results of the feedback form were very helpful and at the same time very encouraging.
 
Website Structure:
Excellent: 30% | Good: 45% | Okay: 24% | Poor: 1% | Bad: 0%
 
Content/Information:
Excellent: 24% | Good: 46% | Okay: 30% | Poor: 0% | Bad: 0%
 
What is the first feel you got from the website about the event:
Attractive: 33% | Interesting: 65% | Okay: 2% | Unexciting: 0% | Unattractive: 0%
 
How likely is it to you attend the Limassol Marathon GSO 2011 event:
Definitely: 25% | Likely: 53% | I don’t know yet: 17% | Rather Unlikely: 5% | Definitely Not: 0%
 
How likely is it for you to attend the Limassol Marathon GSO in the future:
Definitely: 33% | Likely: 57% | I don’t know yet: 10% | Rather Unlikely: 0% | Definitely Not: 0%
 
Reasons that make Limassol Marathon GSO attractive:
Time in the year: 0% | Good weather: 40% | Limassol city: 8% | Flat [...]

Stay N’ Run for FREE

‘Stay n’ Run for Free’ – a new draw of the Limassol Marathon GSO
 
Summary: Following the huge success of the Feedback competition with more than 500 draw entries, Limassol Marathon GSO announces a new competition: “Stay n’ Run for Free”.
 
 
Enter the draw simply by registering to any of the Limassol Marathon Events until the 30th November 2010 and get the chance to win free accommodation for two people, for four nights plus 2 free entries to any of the Limassol Marathon GSO events. Our events include the Marathon and Half Marathon Races, Atlantica 10k Race, 5k Corporate, 2k Kids Run and a 2k Charity Walk and Fun Run.
 
The runners, who have registered so far, will also be included in the draw. The winner of this fabulous package will be announced on the second week of December.
 
The Limassol Marathon GSO Feedback competition ended on the 31st of October and the winner will be announced on the 5th November. We sincerely thank all those who participated, and gave us their valuable feedback.
 
About The Limassol Marathon GSO
Now in its fifth year, the Limassol Marathon GSO is a major International athletic event which includes a full Marathon, Half marathon [...]

Shape up for FREE

Take advantage of the training week and enjoy free advice from the experts.
 
Want to achieve a Personal Best Time? Want to make a difference? Test your strength? …Whatever your wish, we can now help you achieve it by taking 2 easy steps.
 
Step 1: Register in any of the Limassol Marathon Events
Step 2: Book your accommodation at Atlantica Oasis 4* Superior Hotel (36€ pp/night)with us. As quick and simple as that. You can now enjoy Training sessions and expert advice for free!
 
Featuring Eamonn Martin and UKA coach Alan Newman, Training Week also includes a Race Clinic and 1 to 1 advice.
 
 

Sample Training Sessions:
 
Easy morning runs on road and beach path
Introduction to interval training and fartlek
Conditioning, mobility and core stability
Race rehearsal runs on the course
Stretch and Strides
Recovery Run

 
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Even stronger support

Even stronger support to the Limassol Marathon GSO 2011

 
The Limassol Marathon GSO, the Official National Marathon Championship of Cyprus, holds the crown as the Marathon center of the Island, and nothing will change that! The organizers, Limassol Municipality, GSO – Cyprus’ oldest Athletic Organization and OEM – the organization company, are again joining forces with all the Authorities and other prestigious private organizations in order to make this biggest athletic event more successful.
 
 
It is highly impressive that their efforts are supported by the Cyprus Tourist Organization, Cyprus Police, the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health, Limassol Chamber of Commerce, the Limassol Tourist Development Company, the Technological University, Civil Defense, the Cyprus Scouts, Cyprus Athletics Organization, KOEAS and so many more.
 
 
It is worth mentioning that the much awaited proclamation of the Limassol Marathon GSO 2011, taking place on the 20th February, was recently made at a specially organized event. Honored by the presence of the Minister of Education and representatives from all the above boards and organizations, the organizers and hosts were overwhelmed by the response. The Mayor of Limassol Mr. Andreas Christou, the President of GSO Mr. Neoklis Thoma and the Director of the [...]