Manhattan Half-Marathon
NYRR Half-Marathon Series Presented by Continental Airlines

January 24, 2010

Whether the goal was a fast time or just a solid training run, conditions in Central Park were ideal on Sunday, January 24, and 5,456 runners took advantage at the Manhattan Half-Marathon. The race was the first 2010 event in the NYRR Half-Marathon Series Presented by Continental Airlines; the series will continue with the Brooklyn Half-Marathon in the spring and races in the Bronx, Queens, and Staten Island later in the year. [Results]

NYRR president and CEO Mary Wittenberg introduced former University of Colorado star Jenny Barringer (in town on business) before the start.
With a temperature of 37 degrees on an overcast, windless morning, the lead runners were in the hunt for fast times.
The early lead pack worked together through the hills.
For many runners, it was mild enough to bare a little leg.
We hope that Todd Hinton’s 1:36:28 finish was some consolation for the disappointments later in the day.
Running 13.1 miles with a friend can be a real bonding experience.
The route showcased many Manhattan buildings, glimpsed through winter-bare tree limbs.
Justin Scheid of Sparta, NJ, representing Fleet Feet, broke the tape in 1:08:04.
The women’s champion, Caroline Lefrak of Manhattan and the New York Athletic Club, ran 1:16:52.
Spectators cheered the runners through two-plus loops of the park.
A few lucky runners received personalized support.
Post-race fluids and bagels helped finishers rehydrate and refuel. See you in Brooklyn!

Manhattan Half-Marathon NYRR Half-Marathon Series Presented by Continental Airlines

Manhattan Half-Marathon
NYRR Half-Marathon Series Presented by Continental Airlines