2010 Air Force Marathon special occurs New Year's Day

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WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, OHIO --  Online registration for the 2010 Air Force Marathon opens to the public on Jan. 1 at www.usafmarathon.com. The 26.2 mile race takes place Sept. 18, on the grounds of the National Museum of the United States Air Force.

A half marathon and 10K race occurs the same day. The Air Force Marathon and Wright State University will continue the tradition of hosting a 5K race Sept. 17 on the local campus of Wright State University. In addition, the annual Sports and Fitness Expo is Sept. 16 and 17 at the Ervin J Nutter Center.

"With the increasing popularity of our race we anticipate a sellout for 2010 and I am encouraging people to register early," said Molly Louden, Air Force race director.

The Air Force Marathon will offer a New Year's Resolution registration special on all races beginning Jan. 1 from 12:01 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. This one day only registration special will offer the marathon at $65, the half for $55, 10K for $25 and the 5K for only $15.

"If you know you're going to run, why not take advantage of the lowest prices of the year," Ms. Louden said.

To take advantage of the New Year's Resolution special register online at www.usafmarathon.com.