Speaker Series
The Mizuno Speaker Series coincides with the Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield Sports & Fitness Expo on Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18. Mizuno Speaker Series sessions will be offered each day.
Athletes registered for any of the IMT Des Moines Marathon races, as well as the general public, are welcome to attend the free Mizuno Speaker Series sessions.
Mizuno Speaker Series presentations will focus on the sport of running and active participation in healthy lifestyles. Topics include official IMT Des Moines Marathon course presentations, the benefits of personal trainers and coaches, proper stretching, finding the right shoe for you and a national keynote speaker.
Visit the Volunteer page to learn how you can help out and be a part of the Mizuno Speaker Series weekend IMT Des Moines Marathon festivities!
Speaker Series Schedule
Friday, October 17
3:00 p.m.
Creigh Kelley
IMT Des Moines Marathon opening remarks
3:15 p.m.
Chris Burch
Director of Racing and Events for the IMT Des Moines Marathon
IMT Des Moines Marathon – Course Presentation
Receive an official welcome to the IMT Des Moines Marathon from Chris Burch, Director of Racing and Events. He will present a mile by mile ‘run through’ of the 2008 IMT Des Moines Marathon and Half Marathon course and the Principal Financial Group 5K Road Race course. He will also discuss the Transition Areas for the Saturn 5-Person Marathon Relay Challenge.
This is a great chance to ask questions about what to expect on race day and where you will find key services like restrooms and first aid on the course. Your feedback regarding the race is also appreciated.
4:15 p.m.
Tim Vander Wilt MSPT
Mercy Clinics – Ankeny
Runner’s Injuries – Prevention and Rehabilitation
This session will identify factors that runners can avoid to prevent injury as well as proper strategies incorporated to keep the endurance runner going when injuries occur. Proper flexibility, stabilization, and basic acute care topics will be covered.
Tim is the Supervisor of Physical Therapy at Mercy Clinics – North in Ankeny. He knows runners because he is one. The popular and successful “Runner’s Evaluation Program” presented by the Mercy Clinics – North staff has kept the running community in Ankeny on their feet and ready to go!!! Come here what Tim has to see to keep you at your best!!!
5:15 p.m.
Rich Green, MS PT
Mercy Clinics – Urbandale Physical Therapy
Medical Information - Course Presentation
This session will identify Mercy Medical Center First Aid services offered on race day. Participants will learn what resources will be offered at first aid stations and what to do in the event of an emergency on race day.
Rich is the Supervisor of Physical Therapy at Mercy Clinics – Urbandale. He knows runners because he is one and he has overseen the first aid services for the IMT Des Moines Marathon for the past three years.
6:15pm
Marianne McGinnis
Prevention Magazine's West Coast Editor
Etiquette on the Course and What to Expect After Race Day
For many of us, the physical recovery following race day is easier than the emotional recovery. For some reason, the Wednesday after a big Sunday event is always the worst. Marianne McGinnis will discuss why this happens and how you can prepare for it and reduce the impact. Her discussion includes the marathon's 3 R's: Rehydrate, Refuel and Recover and how you can empower your own post race training program after the big race including: What to do right after you cross the finish line, what to do during the next seven days and 2 weeks and counting.
Marianne will also discuss race day etiquette out on the course. If this is your first race, you’re probably more worried about how many pit stops you’ll have to make than you are about other walkers and runners, but minding your manners during an event can make your whole day smooth and pleasant for everyone. Topics include advice at the starting line, being aware of your surroundings during the race, stopping on the course and post race etiquette at the finish line.
Saturday, October 18
10:15 a.m.
Chris Burch
Director of Racing and Events for the IMT Des Moines Marathon
IMT Des Moines Marathon – Course Presentation
Receive an official welcome to the IMT Des Moines Marathon from Chris Burch, Director of Racing and Events. He will present a mile by mile ‘run through’ of the 2008 IMT Des Moines Marathon and Half Marathon course and the Principal Financial Group 5K Road Race course. He will also discuss the Transition Areas for the Saturn 5-Person Marathon Relay Challenge.
This is a great chance to ask questions about what to expect on race day and where you will find key services like restrooms and first aid on the course. Your feedback regarding the race is also appreciated.
11:00 a.m.
Dane Rauschenberg
Extreme Runner
In 2006, Dane Rauschenberg, went from a relative novice in marathon running to one of the more recognized names in the sport by the end of the same year. While working a full-time job, Dane ran 52 consecutive weekly marathons, all to benefit the Mobile, Alabama chapter of L'Arche, an organization which benefits the mentally and physically handicapped.
Running his fastest time of the year in his 42nd marathon in 2006 (which broke a personal best at the time), Dane showed that he lives by his own words – that everyone should give their all regardless of what that all may be. He paced the 3:10 marathon group at the IMT Des Moines Marathon in 2006 and returns to this year as a Van Meter Industrial Pace Team pacer to share his experiences with all and hope to inspire you to reach for your own goals.
For more information on Dane, please see his website (danerunsalot.blogspot.com) .
11:45 a.m.
Tara Thomas
Van Meter Industrial Pace Team
Members of the Van Meter Industrial Pace Team will be on hand for you to meet and greet with. Learn more about the pace team program available to marathon and half marathon athletes on race day.
12:30 p.m.
Tim Ives
Runablaze
Runablaze is an elite distance running club in Des Moines, Iowa with club members statewide. Their mission to to develop national and world class distance runners in the sports of track & field, cross country, and road racing. Athletes participate in a variety of local and national races from the 5k to marathon distance with aspirations to be competitive at USA Track & Field club championships and Olympic Trials events.
The goal of Runablaze is to provide their athletes as much as they desire in terms of coaching, training gear, and travel expenses to national races. Support for the club comes from the athletes themselves and the local community. More information may be found at the Runablaze website.
1:00 p.m.
IMT Des Moines Marathon Elite Athlete Presentation
Emceed by Creigh Kelley
A panel discussion led by Creigh Kelley will feature the IMT Des Moines Marathon and Half Marathon elite field. More details to come.
2:00 p.m.
Chris Burch
Director of Racing and Events for the IMT Des Moines Marathon
IMT Des Moines Marathon – Course Presentation
Receive an official welcome to the IMT Des Moines Marathon from Chris Burch, Director of Racing and Events. He will present a mile by mile ‘run through’ of the 2008 IMT Des Moines Marathon and Half Marathon course and the Principal Financial Group 5K Road Race course. He will also discuss the Transition Areas for the Saturn 5-Person Marathon Relay Challenge.
This is a great chance to ask questions about what to expect on race day and where you will find key services like restrooms and first aid on the course. Your feedback regarding the race is also appreciated.
3:00 p.m.
Marianne McGinnis
Prevention Magazine's West Coast Editor
Etiquette on the Course and What to Expect After Race Day
For many of us, the physical recovery following race day is easier than the emotional recovery. For some reason, the Wednesday after a big Sunday event is always the worst. Marianne McGinnis will discuss why this happens and how you can prepare for it and reduce the impact. Her discussion includes the marathon's 3 R's: Rehydrate, Refuel and Recover and how you can empower your own post race training program after the big race including: What to do right after you cross the finish line, what to do during the next seven days and 2 weeks and counting.
Marianne will also discuss race day etiquette out on the course. If this is your first race, you’re probably more worried about how many pit stops you’ll have to make than you are about other walkers and runners, but minding your manners during an event can make your whole day smooth and pleasant for everyone. Topics include advice at the starting line, being aware of your surroundings during the race, stopping on the course and post race etiquette at the finish line.
4:00 p.m.
Steve Bobenhouse
Owner Fitness Sports
Finding The Right Shoe For You
After 33 years in the business, Steve Bobenhouse has consulted for most major running shoe companies. He has designed shoes for Saucony and is an Adjunct Lecturer on footwear.
This is a great chance to learn about how running shoes are made and why they are made the way they are. You will learn how to purchase your shoes based on your body and running style, rather than the cool colors they come in!
Steve is the President of Fitness Sports Ltd. and owner of Fitness Sports, a well know specialty shoe store in Des Moines. He is also race director of the extremely popular Living History Farms Race on November 22, 2008.
5:00 p.m.
Todd Schemper, PT
Work Systems Rehab – Physical Therapy
Improving your Running Form
This session will focus on the basics of proper running form and what you can start to do to improve it. The benefits of improved running form include increased efficiency, improved speed and injury treatment and prevention. Come learn how to work on the quality of your running.
Todd Schemper, PT is a physical therapist/owner with Work Systems Rehab in Des Moines. He is an 18 year veteran distance runner and triathlete. Todd specializes in running injury treatment and prevention. Work Systems Rehab offers a variety of programs and services including endurance sports physical therapy, injury screening, functional injury prevention and running video analysis.
Spirit of the Marathon
Meet Spirit of the Marathon director, Jon Dunham, and producer, Melissa Leggittand before watching the film on Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18. Matinee showings will begin at 1 p.m. each day at the Varsity Theatre on the campus of Drake University.
You must purchase your $10 tickets in advance.
Spirit of the Marathon is the first ever nonfiction feature film to capture the drama and essence of the famed 26.2 mile running event. Filmed on four continents, the movie brings together a diverse cast of amateur athletes and marathon luminaries.
As six unique stories unfold, each runner prepares for and ultimately faces the challenge of the Chicago Marathon. More than a sports movie, Spirit of the Marathon is an inspirational journey of perseverance and personal triumph; a spectacle that will be embraced by runners and non-runners alike.
Sports & Fitness Expo Schedule
Friday, October 17
Spirit of the Marathon - meet the director and watch the movie
Varsity Theatre
You must purchase your $10 tickets in advance.
1:00 p.m.
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield Sports & Fitness Expo
3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Mizuno Speaker Series
3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 18
Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield Sports & Fitness Expo
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Mizuno Speaker Series
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Spirit of the Marathon - meet the director and watch the movie
Varsity Theatre
You must purchase your $10 tickets in advance.
1:00 p.m.
Pasta Dinner
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Polk County Convention Complex
500 Grand Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50309
