2017 SHAPE Women's Half-Marathon to Honor 13 Female Leaders in Second Annual Women Run the World™ Relay & Mentorship Program

"I'm excited to be part of the Women Run the World™ relay, an initiative that brings together an impressive group of successful women with the next generation of leaders who are participating in the NYRR Run for the Future program," said Rachel Pratt, Senior Vice President of youth and community services for New York Road Runners. "Now in its 14^th year, the SHAPE Women's Half-Marathon is an inspiring day for women of all ages and abilities and brings to life NYRR's mission to help and inspire people through running."

On race day, supporters and spectators are invited to cheer on runners along the course in Central Park, and visit the Race Day Festival at Naumburg Bandshell to enjoy live music, free samples, giveaways, fun activities and more. There will also be an awards ceremony following the race to celebrate the runners and Women Run the World™ honorees.

ABC's Good Morning America serves as the Media Partner of the SHAPE Women's Half-Marathon. Race Product Sponsors include AdvoCare, Motrin, Cabot Creamery Cooperative and Natalie's Juice. CARE, a leading humanitarian organization that empowers women and girls around the globe, serves as the Charity Partner; Bloomingdale's serves as the Retail Partner; and AVON39, PowerBar and True Citrus serve as Gift Bag Sponsors.

A number of pre-race events will take place at the NYRR RUNCenter in the lead up to the event. For complete dates and details or to register for the race, visit: http://www.nyrr.org/races-and-events/2017/shape-womens-half-marathon.

To join the conversation on social media using 2016's trending hashtag #WomenRunTheWorld, and by following:

SHAPE Half on Facebook: facebook.com/shapehalf

SHAPE Half on Twitter: @ShapeHalf

SHAPE Half on Instagram: @ShapeHalf

For race details and additional information, please visit: http://shapehalf.com/.

ABOUT SHAPE

Launched in 1981, SHAPE helps women achieve the best versions of themselves while understanding that healthy living is more than an endgame—it's a source of personal joy and lasting reward. SHAPE magazine is published 10 times a year with a rate base of 2.5 million and an audience of 27 million, reaching women across all platforms, including the 8.5 million users on Shape.com and Fitnessmagazine.com, and through award-winning consumer events and innovative brand extensions. Visit us online at: http://www.shape.com/ | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SHAPEmagazine | Twitter: @Shape_Magazine | Instagram: @Shape_Magazine | Snapchat: @Shape_Magazine

ABOUT NEW YORK ROAD RUNNERS (NYRR)

Founded in 1958, New York Road Runners has grown from a local running club to the world's premier community running organization, whose mission is to help and inspire people through running. NYRR's commitment to New York City's five boroughs features races, community events, youth running initiatives, school programs, and training resources that provide hundreds of thousands of people each year, from children to seniors, with the motivation, know-how, and opportunity to Run for Life. NYRR's premier event, and the largest marathon in the world, is the TCS New York City Marathon. Held annually on the first Sunday in November, the race features 50,000 runners, from the world's top professional athletes to a vast range of competitive, recreational, and charity runners. To learn more, visit www.nyrr.org.

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SOURCE Meredith Corporation