IMM organizers report registrations are about 34 percent more than last year’s at this time. More than 6,000 participated last year. This year’s race is Saturday, Nov. 6.
“We have added a 5K race in addition to the marathon and half marathon as a way to get more people involved in the event,” said IMM Executive Director Julie Patterson. “We’re especially excited that a special education teacher at
St. Francis Hospital & Health Centers continues in its role as title sponsor of the IMM, which it has done since the IMM’s 2008 inaugural race. Jeff Peterson, M.D., leads a medical team of nearly 100 physicians, nurses, physical therapists and trainers. St. Francis volunteers also help runners and assist in a variety of ways.
“Promoting health and wellness benefits our entire community, particularly our youth,” said Robert J. Brody, St. Francis chief executive officer and president. "Truly, the marathon is a test of endurance for athletes and we are proud to return as title sponsor of this event.”
The race features a full marathon (26.2 miles) and a half marathon (13.1 miles). Both courses will begin near
The urban courses are sanctioned and certified by the standards of USA Track and Field, the national body of road racing, with the marathon course serving as a qualifier for the 2011 Boston Marathon.
Several lndianapolis-area educational institutions will get a leg up on their programs. The IMM donates its proceeds to those organizations. Last year’s donations topped $51,000.
To register or to learn more about the IMM go to http://monumentalmarathon.com.
To learn more about the St. Francis Sports Medicine programs and services, visit http://www.stfrancishospitals.org/Ortho/DesktopDefault.aspx?tabindex=4&tabid=54.
