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Table of Contents WELCOME P. 2

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS P. 7

EXPO INFORMATION P. 8 - 9

EXHIBITOR LIST P. 10

EXPO MAP P. 11

RACE DAY LOGISTICS P. 13 - 15

VIP PROGRAM P. 15

GENERAL RACE INFORMATION P. 16 - 19

COURSE MAPS P. 20 – 21

COURSE TOUR P. 23 - 24

FINISH FESTIVAL P. 27

RESULTS/AWARDS P. 28

FAQS P. 30 - 31

CHICAGOLAND HALF MARATHON SERIES P. 33

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Those requesting officialstatements, media-relatedaccess to the venues or have general event related questions, please contact:Jordan Titus, PR Liaison,JTitus@lt.life

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Welcome!Welcome to the 23rd Annual Chicago Half Marathon weekend!

We have an incredible event in store for you as we welcome nearly 12,000 runners from 49 states and 46 countries to the greatest sports city on Earth!

To ensure your experience is top notch, please take a few minutes to read through the information within this Athlete Guide.

We are proud to offer you one of the fastest and most scenic road races around. The Chicago Half Marathon Course starts and finishes within Jackson Park, a historic, 500 acre parkland located seven miles south of the downtown Loop.

126 years ago, this very unique venue once hosted one of the world’s most heavily-attended events. In 1893, the Columbian Exposition welcomed more than 27 million attendees over six months. Today, only two structures remain as symbols of the historic event: the original Fine Arts Palace and a replica of the Statue of the Republic. Both are Chicago icons, and both play integral parts of our Start and Finish line respectively. Just wait until you see the Finisher Medals!

We want to extend a very special Thank You to the City of Chicago, especially Alderman Leslie Hairston of the 5th Ward. More so, we extend heartfelt appreciation to more than 1,000 resident volunteers who will be out there to support your efforts and to celebrate your dedication. This race would not be possible without them. Please take a moment to thank them throughout the weekend.

You all deserve tremendous credit for everything that has led up to this day. Remember to enjoy the moment and take it all in. It is an honor to have you at our race, and hope you all have a successful and safe weekend.

Cheers to an amazing weekend,

Your local Chicago Half Marathon Staff:

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Julie Coleman, Race Director Yasamin Sabeti, Athlete Services ManagerGloria Aguilera, Event Operations Support Jose Rangel, Site OperationsNatasha Arocha, Volunteer Coordinator Carli Smolen, Expo ManagerJim Furuya, Expo Operations Nikki Kim, VIP CoordinatorQuinn Cooper, Athlete Services Hootie Hutmacher, Tri Sr. Brand MRKG Mgr. David Rosenbrock, Charity/Team Tim Brazel, Director Partnership Marketing Samantha Bailey, Marketing Manager Matt Rapaport, Director Partnership MarketingTrish Varner, Course Operations Mackenzie Neel, Partnership Activation

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Thank you to our Sponsors!

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2 GREAT RACES. ONE AMAZING CITY.Take on the 26.2 Challenge: Complete both races with theChicagoland Half Marathon Series - Chicago Spring HalfMarathon and Chicago Half Marathon - to receive the 26.2Challenge Finisher’s Medal.

*Those who completed both 2019 races should visit theChicagoland tent within the Finish Festival on race day toreceive their medal.

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Official Schedule of Events

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

12:00 pm

6:00 pm

Healthy Way of Life Expo | Packet Pick Up - Roosevelt Collection 150 W. Roosevelt Road.

HOKA ONE ONE Shakeout Run | Fleet Feet Sports - South Loop

7:00 pm Healthy Way of Life Expo closes

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

10:00 am

2:00 pm

Healthy Way of Life Expo | Packet Pick Up - Roosevelt Collection 150 W. Roosevelt Road

Meet & Greet with Kellyn Taylor and Ben Bruce | HOKA ONE ONE Expo booth (located near Athlete T-shirts)

5:00 pm Healthy Way of Life Expo closes

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

4:45 am First Shuttles depart Millennium & Belmont stops (RESERVATIONS ONLY)

5:00 am

5:30 am

Gear Check & Will Call open / Last shuttles depart Millennium & Belmont stops

Start Corrals open

6:00 am Lake Shore Drive closes (between 31st and 67th Streets)

6:45 am Half Marathon corrals close / Wheelchair/AWD Start (Half Marathon)

7:00 am

7:15 am

Chicago Half Marathon Start

Half Marathon Start Line closes

7:35 am Life Time 5K Wheelchair/AWD Start

7:45 am Life Time 5K Start

8:00 am Finish Festival begins at Jackson Park

8:45 am Awards Ceremony | Main Stage

9:30 am Shuttles begin to depart Jackson Park for Belmont &Millennium stations (exact time pending road openings)

11:30 am Course and Finish Line close

12:00 pm Finish Festival & Gear Check Close / Last Shuttles depart Jackson Park

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Healthy Way of Life ExpoLocation & Schedule Roosevelt Collection 150 W. Roosevelt Road Chicago, Illinois

Friday, September 27 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Saturday, September 28 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Packet Pick UpAll participants must pick up their race bib during one of the Packet Pick Up times above, unless they purchased the Race Day Will Call option for $30.

Participants must bring a photo ID to the Expo to retrieve their race bib. Participants may pick up on behalf of their friends/family by presenting a copy of the participant’s photo ID. A digital photo on a cell phone will suffice.

NOTE: There is NO Race Day Packet Pick Up. Please plan accordingly.

During Packet Pick Up, participants will first receive a race bib with timing chip attached and safety pins. After, participants will pick up their race shirt* and clear plastic Gear Check bag on the P1 level of the Roosevelt Collection parking garage.

EXPO UPDATE: Due to expected high winds, participants will receive their athlete shirt and goody bag on P1 level of the Roosevelt Collection parking garage after picking up their Race Bib at Packet Pick Up upstairs.

*Those who wish to exchange shirt sizes may do so atthe Results Tent on Race Day, subject to availablesizes. Shirt exchange will only be available after WillCall Packet Pick Up is over. The clear plastic bag isrequired for those who plan to utilize Gear Check atthe venue.

NOTE: Goody Bags will include sponsored product from Floyd’s of Leadville to be enjoyed by athletes 18 and older. All volunteers will be instructed to remove it for all athletes under 18. If you are a parent or guardian of an athlete who is under 18, please be sure to take out this product if you see it in their goody bag.

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Bib AssignmentAthletes will be assigned a bib number at Packet Pick Up during the Expo. Corral placement was sent via email on Tuesday, September 24 and will be indicated on your bib. Any request for corral changes must be made at the Solutions kiosk during Packet Pick Up.

Athletes requesting to switch to a faster corral must bring proof of their fastest results time from a half marathon or 10K in the past 18 months to the Solutions Kiosk during Packet Pick Up for consideration. Athletes are welcome to move to a further back corral without notifying race staff at Solutions.

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Important Participants must complete the medical information on the back of the bib - which must be worn at all times during the event on front of the torso at all times during the race.

Expo ParkingParking at the Healthy Way of Life Expo is available within the Roosevelt Collection parking garage. Parking on Level P2 and P3 is FREE for the first 2 hours with validation from Fleet Feet Sports - South Loop. Please enter the garage at 1115 S. Wells St. to avoid traffic.

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Healthy Way of Life ExpoHOKA ONE ONE Shakeout RunJoin the 3 mile shake out run from Roosevelt Collection where you can share a few easy miles with HOKA athletes Kellyn Taylor and Ben Bruce. Meet at Fleet Feet Sports – South Loop where the run will start. Gear Check will be provided. This coach-led fun run is designed to loosen your legs, and create comradery. You’ll also have the chance to try out a pair of HOKA ONE ONE running shoes and enter to win a pair for free! We’ll finish up with complimentary Begyle Brewing Co. beer at Fleet Feet Sports. All ages are welcome, but must be 21 years of age or older for beer.

HOKA ONE ONE Meet & Greet HOKA athletes Kellyn Taylor and Ben Bruce will be available from 2-3 p.m. on Saturday at the HOKA booth. Taylor – a 2:24:28 marathoner training for the Olympic Trials next year – and Bruce – a 1:02:28 half-marathoner – both train professionally with HOKA Northern Arizona Elite and will be running the Half this weekend. Don’t miss out on your chance to say hello, get a signed athlete card and talk race strategy with them!

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Exhibitor List

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Exhibitor Booth

Black Toe Running Company Inc. 303

CES/Pace Team 200

eXOsports Merch

First to the Finish 100

Floyd's of Leadville 209

HOKA ONE ONE 404

Invisalign 403

JiMMYBAR! 204

Just BARE Chicken 402

LasikPlus 205

Life Time Marketing 602

Life Time Run 505

Mavi Bandz 302

MY FIT KEY 400

National Running Center 401, 102

Next Level Apparel 207

Pain Relief Institute 201

Power Crunch 504

RAM Racing 503

RBC Race for the Kids at Comer Children's 304

Reign Body Fuel 202

Run For Central America - ENLACE 500

SPARKLY SOUL 502

TEAM TO END AIDS (T2) 305

TVG-Medulla LLC for Chiro One Wellness 203

UCAN 206

Vital Proteins 600

Zevia 300

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HOKA ONE ONE Chicago Half Marathon & 5K

Healthy Way of Life Expo

Friday, September 27, 2019 –12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 28, 2019 –10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Roosevelt Collection Shops 150 Roosevelt Rd. Chicago, IL 60605

ParkingEXPO PARKING

LEVEL P2 AND P3 **AVOID TRAFFIC AND ENTER AT

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FREE 2-HOUR PARKING WITH VALIDATION FROM FLEET FEET

EXIT PARKING VIA BOTTOM LEVEL AT 1115 S. WELLS

EXPO UPDATE: Due to expected high winds, all outdoor booths will be

moved into the parking garage on level P1 - Green (portion of the garage

closest to W. Roosevelt).

Packet Pick Up will remain in the same location as pictured on the map.

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Race DaySunday, September 29

Race Location

Jackson Park6300 South Cornell Ave (Cornell Ave. at Hayes Dr.)Chicago, Illinois

The Race Venue is located in Jackson Park, set in Chicago’s historic south side. Because the race starts approximately 7.5 miles from downtown Chicago, participants are encouraged to have a plan in place for getting to the venue.Gear Check and Will Call open at 5:00 a.m. Half marathon corrals will close at 6:45 a.m., followed by the Race start at 7:00 a.m. on Cornell Avenue just north of Hayes Drive. Depending on logistics, participants should plan adequate time to check gear, locate their corrals, find friends, etc. in order to make it on time for race start.

Race Day Transportation Options

METRA Rail - METRA Electric Line

Additional METRA Rail train service has been added to METRA’s Electric Line, which departs Millennium Station (at Randolph and Michigan Ave) and arrives at 63rd Street Station - less than 1/4 mile from the Race Venue. You have the option of a one-way ticket or purchase a $10 Weekend Pass, which is good for the whole weekend. Visit metrarail.com to purchase tickets and to confirm schedules. Current Race Day train options include:

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Trains TO Race:

Depart Millennium Station# 8301 4:40 a.m.# UP01 5:45 a.m.# 803 6:10 a.m.# 8305 6:40 a.m.

Arrive 63rd St. Station4:58 a.m.6:10 a.m. (Best Half Marathon Option)6:28 a.m.6:58 a.m. (5K only)

Each of the above trains are flag stop which means passengers must notify the conductor for drop-off at these stop locations.

Depart 63rd St. Station# 8310 9:57 a.m.# UP02 10:15 a.m.# 810 10:27 a.m.# 8314 11:57 a.m.# 814 12:27 p.m.

Arrive Millennium Station10:16 a.m.10:40 a.m.10:49 a.m.12:16 p.m.12:49 p.m.

Each of the above are flag stops which means passengers on platform must be visible to the conductor in order for the train to stop for pick-up.

Trains FROM Race:

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TRANSPORATIONRide Your BikeDedicated, unsecured bike parking will be available in the Finish Festival area in Jackson Park. Look for bike parking racks on the tennis courts near the southeast corner of Cornell Ave and Hayes Dr. Please plan to lock up your bike while you participate. The event is not responsible for loss, theft or damages.

Complimentary Shuttle ServiceAthletes who opted into the shuttle bus during registration:

Your shuttle ticket is printed on your race bib confirming your shuttle reservation, using letter-coded tabs to indicate specific pick-up/drop-off locations and times:

Millennium Park: Corner of Randolph & Michigan Ave “Millennium” tabs

CTA Belmont “L” Station: 950 West Belmont Ave “Belmont” tabs

Shuttles will depart at 4:45 a.m. Only those athletes presenting relevant shuttle bus location bib tabs will be permitted to board. Please, DO NOT remove the tab from your bib, and DO NOT be late as the buses must depart on time!

All buses will arrive at Jackson Park no later than 6:15 a.m. Shuttles will begin returning from the race venue to both locations at 9:30 a.m. The last shuttle back from the Finish Festival will depart at approximately 12:00 p.m. You will need your bib tab in order to board the returning shuttle (Do not remove from bib).

Driving/ParkingWe highly encourage use of public transportation as parking is limited near Jackson Park. The most popular parking location includes the 1,200 spaces in the Museum of Science & Industry garage which opens at 5:00 a.m.

Limited street parking is available along the Midway Plaisance. If you drive, plan to arrive early. The event is not responsible for those who drive and do not make the start of the race. Please pay attention to the NO PARKING zones near the race venue (see next page).

NOTE: The public lots at Hayes and Lake Shore Drive are NOT available to participants or spectators.

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PARKINGParking and Street Closures:No Parking Zones along the course will be enforced beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 28. Please look for ‘No Parking’ signs in your area for full details. Street closures along the route will occur between 3:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 29.

City streets will re-open promptly as the final runners pass through (at a 16-minute mile pace). Chicago Police will be responsible for closing and re- opening streets. Please follow their instructions when approaching the course.

Towing of vehicles along posted No Parking zones will be enforced beginning at 1:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 29. For inquiries about towed vehicles, call 311.

Driving Directions:

• From the North: Lake Shore Drive will close at 31st Street at 6:00 a.m.

• If accessing Lake Shore prior to 6:00 a.m., exit at 57th Street to proceed to parking garages and streetmeters. Those accessing Lake Shore after 6:00 a.m. will need to exit at 31st Street, proceedwestbound to King Dr. and south to 55th Street.

• From the Dan Ryan, take Garfield Blvd exit to Midway Plaisance

• From the Skyway, take Stony Island Exit to Midway Plaisance

VIP PROGRAMParticipants who ordered VIP Program perks will receive all of their items by seeing our VIP Coordinator at the VIP Kiosk at Packet Pick Up. All VIPs must pick up their VIP wristband(s) and other VIP package info at the Healthy Way of Life Expo.

VIP wristbands are provided for quick and easy entry into the VIP Hospitality area at the Finish Festival. VIP Gear Check is located inside the VIP Hospitality area.

Please ensure all items are placed in the provided Gear Check bag and the tag from your bib is safely secured for easy drop-off.

Bagels and coffee will be provided in the VIP Hospitality area starting at 5:00 a.m. A hot breakfast buffet will be available following the race at 7:30 a.m.

Race day portable restrooms will be available within the VIP Hospitality area.

Those 21 & over who plan to have alcoholic beverages should visit the Beer Wristband kiosk at the Expo to avoid lines on race morning. An additional ID check will be available at the race.

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Race InformationGENERAL RACE INFORMATIONBoth the Half Marathon and 5K races will be fully supported with Aid Stations, Course Marshals, a network of EMS resources and Radio Operators both along the course and at the Start and Finish. Specifically, the event will provide the following:

Start CorralsAll Half Marathon runners have been assigned into a corral based on their estimated finish time, as indicated on the participant bib. View the Course Map (p. 20-21) for locations of Gear Check, portable toilets, water, etc.

Half Marathon participants must line-up at the Start according to their specific start corral, identified as the letter next to your participant number on the runner bib. Participants may move back (to slower corrals) in order to start with others, but may not move forward. The Half Marathon will begin with continuous, rolling “waves.” Wheelchairs will begin at 6:45 a.m. The first runners (Corral “A”) will start at 7:00 a.m. The final Half Marathon runners (Corral “N”) will cross the Start Line by 7:15 a.m.

Don’t Be Late! Half Marathon corrals close at 6:45 a.m., and the Hayes Drive crosswalk (at Cornell)closes at 6:55 a.m. If you arrive late, you will need towait until after the 7:00 a.m. Start to access the corralarea.

NOTE: All Half Marathoners will clear the Start Line by 7:15 a.m., when the 16-minute per mile pace (the maximum pace allowed) countdown begins. Half Marathon participants who arrive after 7:15 a.m. will not be allowed to proceed on course. Late half marathoners will have to participate in the 5K race.

The 5K will begin with a wheelchair start at 7:35 a.m., followed by the first runners at 7:45 a.m. using a self-seeding system. Pace signs will be set up prior to the 5K start to group runners of similar pace.

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Gear CheckGear Check is located within the Finish Festival, located along Hayes Dr. The tent will be placed across the field from the stage on the SE corner of Hayes/Cornell.

NOTE: All baggage must be inside the CLEAR PLASTIC BAG provided at Packet Pick Up. Baggage will not be accepted if items are not properly stored inside the bag.

Personal bags or backpacks may not be placed directly in the clear bags. Participants must remove all contents from their backpack, place them inside the clear bag, then place the backpack in the clear bag. All items must be visible.

Close and secure your bag affixing the Gear Check label from the race bib to the bag. Participants must have a race bib to use Gear Check. Only give items to volunteers working at Gear Check.

Arrive early to check bags, as Gear Check will close five minutes before Race Start. Life Time is not responsible for any lost or stolen items. After the race, items must be picked up from the same location before Gear Check closes at 12:00 p.m. Unclaimed items will be donated to charity. All bags are subject to search and seizure by the Chicago Police, event security and Race Officials.

*TIP*To expedite gear check; make certain to secureyour bag and affix your Gear Check tab from thebottom of your race bib, using the beaded zip tie inyour goody bag so that the tab is visible to the GearCheck crew. When you're ready to claim your bagback, tear off your Gear Check Claim tab from thetop of your bib to give to the Gear Check crew.

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Race InformationMedical SupportMedical assistance will be available at numerous Aid Stations along the route, along with a Medical facility located at the Finish Line. Participants requiring medical assistance may be transported to one of the nearby hospitals, and will be billed by the hospital and ambulance provider. Participants must give on-scene medical personnel the freedom to determine which facility will be utilized.

IMPORTANT! Each participant must complete the medical information form on the back of their bib. Please take time to ill out your medical information and provide emergency contact information. This makes your information available to health care professionals in the event you are unable to communicate with them.

Mobile medical responders will also be stationed throughout the course, including the Race Guards - a unique set of race volunteers whose solepurpose is to keep an eye out for participants whomay need assistance along the course. RaceGuards provide supplementary medical support tothe existing race medical plan for an added levelof athlete safety by running along side theparticipants. They will patrol the course, help outwhere necessary and are easily identifiable withred Medical bibs. Safety is our top priority so beon the look out and say hello as you pass them!

Never Forget Your Race!

FinisherPix is the official photographer at the HOKA ONE ONE Chicago Half Marathon & 5K presented by MY FIT KEY. Purchase your FinisherPix Photo Pack now and save! Your FinisherPix Photo Pack includes all photos we identify of you in all digital formats (basic image, image with race time, image in certificate format). Your personal race photos will be available at www.finisherpix.com/lifetime within 24-48 hours of race day.

Make sure your bib number is facing front at all times during the race and don't forget to smile when you cross the finish line! Order your photos here: Chicago Half Marathon / Life Time 5K

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Aid StationsPre-race water will be located on the southeast corner of Hayes & Cornell near the Start Corrals. Water and Gatorade Endurance will be provided along 10 Course Aid Stations. Aid Stations will be located at the following locations: Mile 2.2, Mile 3.25, Mile 5.2, Mile 6.3, Mile 7.5, Mile 8.7, Mile 9.8, Mile 11, Mile 11.8, Mile 12.6 and the Finish Line.

Gatorade Endurance Energy Gels (Apple Pear, Blackberry, Vanilla and Mango) will be available at Aid Station F. Gatorade Endurance Energy Gels provide 20g of carb energy, natural flavors, a light texture and taste.

Portable toilets will be included at each of the Aid Stations listed above, as well as throughout the Start, Finish and Finish Festival areas.

Gatorade Gatorade Endurance is a portfolio of products created specifically for endurance athletes who are training and racing for prolonged periods of time when fluid and electrolyte losses can be significant. Gatorade Endurance Formula and Energy Gels help deliver critical fluids and nutrients to get you through the Chicago Half Marathon & 5K. We’ll have Lemon-Lime Endurance Formula on-course at all aid stations and Mango, Blackberry, Apple Pear, and Vanilla Energy Gels at Aid Station F. Learn more about the Gatorade Endurance line of products at www.GatoradeEndurance.com

Life Time Aid Station Takeover! Life Time, producer of this premier endurance event, will be taking over aid station F between miles 8 and 9. Be sure to say hello to the team and give a “Thank You” for their support on course!

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Race InformationMile Markers and Split TimesEach mile marker will have a large display clock indicating the elapsed time of the event. These display clocks will show the time from the official start of the race (elapsed time), not an individual’s “chip time”.

Pace TeamChicago Endurance Sports will provide pace groups for the following finishing times: 1:30, 1:40, 1:45, 1:50, 2:00, 2:10, 2:20, 2:30, 2:45, 3:00. Participants do not need to sign up for a pace group in advance, they can simply join the group the day of. Pacers will be carrying signs with the target finish time. Visit the “Pace Group” booth at the Expo for more details.

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Course Closures / Pace RequirementsThe Chicago Half Marathon is the city’s only road race to utilize an entirely traffic-free Lake Shore Drive. Witnessing the sweeping views along one of the nation’s most famous and scenic roadways requires intricate coordination with the City of Chicago, the Chicago Police Department and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT).

In order to lessen the community impact of closing Lake Shore Drive (and surrounding streets), this event offers a 16-minute mile pace requirement.

A 16-minute mile pace goes into effect as soon as the last participant crosses the start line and is maintained by the Back of the Pack Crew – a group of volunteer runners who encourage runners to stay on-pace. The Back of the Pack Crew is followed by the SAG van and a clean-up crew, who work to immediately reopen the course at specific time intervals.

Participants who do not maintain the 16-minute pace and fall behind the Back of the Pack Crew will have two options:

1) Move to south bound Lake Shore Drive,which can be accessed at three differentlocations/checkpoints along Lake Shore Drive.

2) Board the SAG van and be transported to thefinish line.

The Finish Line will remain open until 11:30 a.m. Gear Check and the Finish Festival willclose at 12:00 p.m. Final shuttles will bedeparting Jackson park at 12:00 p.m.

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Race Information Beat the Clock! In order to meet the pace requirement, we have provided the following mile locations, and associated cutoff times to help you stay on pace:

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PLEASE DO NOT START EARLY! Traffic and safety rules prohibit early starts. Early starts will be eliminated from the Official Results. If you cannot maintain a 16-minute per pace mile, you will be required to divert to the Lakefront Trail.

SAG Support / Back of the Pack Crew

The Back of the Pack Crew and SAG van will signify the end of the field and the maximum 16-minute per mile pace. They will not start timing until the last person crosses the Start Line and will be with you throughout the race. If you cannot keep pace, you will be directed to turn around and head toward the Finish on south bound Lake Shore Drive or to board the SAG Van.

Event Alert System (EAS)

This race will utilize the EAS system, encompassing a color-coded system to reveal current event conditions.

Participants will notice flags posted throughout the Race Venue, at the Finish Line and at each Aid Station on Race Day.EAS updates will be communicated through PA announcements, Athlinks App, social media, web posts and/or dedicated emails.

Stay in the KnowKeep yourself informed on the latest race news, stories and offers by following along and sharing your experience on our social pages:

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MILE 6 9:15 AM 47th Street & Lake Shore Drive (North Bound) - Directed to south bound

MILE 7.5 8:51 AM Oakwood & Lake Shore Drive (North Bound) - Directed to south bound

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Course TourThe Start and Finish lines for both race distances are located in Jackson Park, just south of the Museum of Science and Industry at the intersection of Hayes & Richards. The Chicago Half Marathon gives you the chance to run on Lake Shore Drive! This scenic 13.1 mile course showcases Chicago’s South Shore and offers beautiful views of the great Chicago Skyline. Read below to learn more about what’s in store for our athletes on-course.

The Start Line location holds two incredible Presidential connections, as it sits just over one mile from President Obama’s home in Chicago’s Kenwood neighborhood. Also, coincidentally, the Start Line literally sits in front of parkland proposed for the Barack Obama Presidential Library. Construction on the center is set to break ground in October of 2019.

Mile 1 –As runners begin their trek down Cornell and Stony Island Avenues, they pass through the eastern border of the 129-year-old University of Chicago campus. The average tuition excluding room and board, at this internationally renowned, private institution costs $42,000 annually. As a testament to U of C’s curriculum, the school decided to drop its football program in 1939 determining it was a distraction from its focus on education, research and scholarship.

Mile 2 –As runners approach Mile 2, turning east on Marquette Drive, they come upon Jackson Park Golf Course on both sides of the road. In 1899, as the Columbian Exposition was dismantled, this large plot of parkland was transformed into one of the country’s oldest golf courses, and the first public course west of the Appalachian Mountains. Prior to Mile 3, the 5K course turns west on Hayes Drive toward the Finish Line.

Mile 3 –The Half Marathon course now parallels Chicago’s Lakefront Trail, an 18-mile, multi-use recreational path spanning the Lake Michigan shoreline. Just beyond the 5K mark, runners turn northbound onto Lake Shore Drive – Chicago’s most popular roadway, originally constructed (from the north end) in 1882.

Mile 5 –Once passing the Museum of Science & Industry, Lake Shore Drive parallels Burnham Park. This 6-mile stretch of lakefront parkland, named for Daniel Burnham, connects Grant Park at the north (14th Street) with Jackson Park to the south (56th Street).

Few people realize that the City of Chicago operates the oldest park district in the country, and spends more on its 580 parks on 8,100 acres than any other city per capita. The agency also operates the nation’s largest municipal harbor system, as well as one of the most expansive beach programs – with 24 beaches across 28 miles of shoreline.

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Course TourMile 6 –Just beyond Mile 6 is the eastern border of Bronzeville, once known as the “Black Metropolis” for its African American influence and culture dating back to the early 1900’s. Even today, 47th Street remains the hub for the historic neighborhood, which once produced Louis Armstrong, Marla Gibbs and Lou Rawls.

Mile 8 –The course now enters the Douglas neighborhood, which includes 31st Street Beach – completely rebuilt in 2013. At the north end turnaround, runners will see the McCormick Place Convention Center, one of the world’s largest facilities with 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space.

Mile 9 –Less than one mile west, looking down 35th Street, is U.S. Cellular Field - home of the Chicago White Sox. This area also parallels the South Shore Electric Line rail service.

Mile 10 –Part of 43rd Street, immediately west of Lake Shore Drive, is renamed “Muddy Waters Drive.” Muddy, who lived on 43rd Street for 20 years, was known as the Father of Modern Chicago Blues because of his unique amplification style. In 1987, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He is best known for the “Hoochie Coochie Man”, “I Just Want to Make Love to You,” and ”Got My Mojo Working.”

Mile 11 –As runners pass underneath the 51st Street pedestrian bridge, they will notice a large park to their right. This is Harold Washington Park, home of a massive man made pond, larger in circumference than a 400m Olympic running track. Locals mistakenly refer to it as the “Duck Pond,” as it was originally built for model motorboats.

Mile 12 –Prior to the 20K mark, runners continue southbound, crossing 57th Street and approaching the east side of the Museum of Science & Industry. On September 3, 1954, this exact section of Lake Shore Drive was closed to traffic for the most unlikely of reasons. More than 15,000 people gathered to watch a captured WWII U-505 Nazi submarine exit Lake Michigan and cross the highway in route to its new exhibit home.

Mile 13.1 –Adjacent to the Finish Line sits the remarkable Statue of the Republic. This 24’ tall bronze sculpture is actually a replica of a much larger version (of the same name) destroyed by fire in 1918. The original statue, nicknamed “Big Mary,” stood 65’ tall and welcomed attendees at the Columbian Exposition. The current statue, which was rededicated in 1993 in tribute to the event’s centennial, is now referred to as the “Golden Lady.”

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Invite your friends and family to join you at the Finish Festival to celebrate your accomplishment as well as cheer on other participants as they cross the Finish Line. There will be food, including Home Run Inn Pizza, beer courtesy of Begyle Brewing Co. (21+ with ID Required), merchandise and great activities for all ages.

Begyle Brewing Co. Beer Garden*: Participants 21 years and older can enjoy a complimentary Begyle Brewing Co. brew. Additional beers can be secured with donations that support the AIDS Foundation of Chicago.

Music: The Finish Festival area will be a great place for participants and spectators to celebrate their accomplishment. Enjoy the great music with Motown Nation and DJ Flipside from B96/Chicago Bulls on the main stage from 8:30 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Merchandise: Get your official Chicago Half Marathon and Life Time 5K merchandise in the Official Merchandise tent at the Finish Festival.

Free Stretching: Participants can enjoy free stretching courtesy of Athletico in the Finish Festival area.

Sponsor Village: Sponsors and groups will be located throughout the park area providing a variety of giveaways and hands-on activities throughout the day.

*Tip* All participants, 21 years and older, receive one complimentary Begyle Brewing Co. beer. Avoid Race Day lines by obtaining your beer wristband at the Expo, adjacent to the shirt Pick Up area. An ID Tent will be available on Race Day near Gear Check, although long lines may form.

Finish Festival

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Race Results/AwardsRace results will be available both online, within the Athlinks App and at the Results Tent on race morning. Awards will be presented to the top three overall female and male finishers in both Half Marathon and 5K distances at the awards ceremony on the main stage. Custom Age group awards in the following categories will be mailed to recipients post-race:

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5K AGE GROUP AWARDS14 and Under 40-44 65-6915-19 45-49 70-7420-24 50-54 75-7925-29 55-59 80-8430-3435-39

60-64 85+

As a reminder, Clock Time starts when the race begins, and ends when a participant crosses the Finish Line timing mat. Chip Time begins when participants cross the Start Line timing mat and ends when they cross the Finish Line timing mat.

Age group awards are determined by the fastest chip time in each division. Overall awards are based on the Elite/A Corral start time (race start).

CHICAGOLAND HALF MARATHON SERIES

Awards will be presented to the top three overall female and male finishers using the combined Finish times of the 2019 Byline Bank Chicago Spring Half Marathon and the 2019 HOKA ONE ONEChicago Half Marathon presented by MY FIT KEY.

*Must have pre-registered and qualified for the 2019 Chicagoland Half Marathon Series to qualify.

**Prior year’s Chicagoland awards pictured above.

HALF MARATHON AGE GROUP AWARDS14 and Under 40-44 65-6915-19 45-49 70-7420-24 50-54 75-7925-29 55-59 80-8430-3435-39

60-64 85+

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Frequently Asked QuestionsRegistration FAQsQ: When is the registration deadline?A: Online registration for the 2019 HOKA ONE ONE Chicago Half Marathon and 5K presented by MY FIT KEY will close when the maximum combined field of 12,000 participants. Should space remain, on-site registration will be available at the Expo.

Q: How do I confirm my entry to the Chicago Half Marathon? A: Click here to confirm your race entry.

Q: Where do I get my bib, shirt and goody bag?A: You must pick up all of this at Packet Pick Up during the Healthy Way of Life Expo. Only those who purchased the Will Call option may pick up their packet on race morning.

Q: May I defer to next year?A: The deadline to defer your 2019 entry to the 2020 HOKA ONE ONE Chicago Half Marathon & 5K has passed.

Q: Can I switch from one race to another?A: Yes. As Race Day approaches and you feel that the distance you originally registered for is no longer appropriate, you may transfer your entry to the other distance in-person at the Solutions kiosk at the Expo.

NOTE: Anyone wishing to transfer from the 5K to the Chicago Half Marathon (upgrade) must pay a race change fee PLUS the difference in registration fees. Service fees apply. Those transferring from the Chicago Half Marathon to the 5K will not be charged a change fee and will not be refunded the difference in race fees.

Registration Change Fees:Prior to Tuesday, Sept 24 at 9:00 p.m. (online only): $10After Tuesday, Sept 24 at 9:00 p.m. (in-person, at Expo only): $20

There are absolutely NO REFUNDS. Please ensure you are able to attend the event before signing up.

Q: How do I pick up my shuttle bus pass?A: Shuttle pass assignments/tickets will be applied to the athletes’ bibs, relative to the location and time indicated during registration.

Q: Is there a VIP registration option?A: Yes; limited VIP passes will be available for purchase at the Expo until space is full.

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Frequently Asked QuestionsQ: I have a friend who cannot participate in the event, may I take his/her place? A: No. Each participant must have his/her own registration. In the event of an emergency, race officials must have emergency contact information on hand, therefore you are NOT allowed to participate using another person’s registration. There are NO exceptions to this policy. Any participant found using another's bib or selling their bib through a third vendor party is subject to immediate disqualification as well as potential banning from all Life Time, Inc events. Don't do it, you can and will be caught.

A2: You may use the new Bib Transfer Policy: Please visit the website for Bib Transfer details.

Logistics FAQsQ: Will there be on-site parking?A: The best option for general (public) parking is at the Museum Of Science and Industry garage located at 57th Street and Cornell. This lot will open at 5:00 a.m.

Q: How will the Chicagoland Half Marathon Series medals be awarded?A: Series medals will be handed out at the Chicagoland Half Marathon Series tent located in the center of the Finish Festival immediately following the race. See the Chicagoland Half Marathon Series section for more information (p. 33).

Q: What do I need to pick up my race packet?A: Please bring your valid photo ID to the Packet Pick Up kiosks at the Expo in order to receive your bib. Bib numbers will be assigned at the kiosk.

Q: Can a friend pick up my packet?A: Yes, the person picking up the packet will need to bring a copy of the athlete’s photo ID (a digital copy of the ID on a cell phone will suffice).

Q: What if I did not receive my Packet Pick Up code email?A: If you did not receive your Packet Pick Up code email, race staff and volunteers will be able to assist at the Expo as long as you have a valid photo ID.

Shuttle FAQsQ: Can I change my shuttle pick up location from my original selection?A: The shuttles are complimentary. Therefore, changes are not being accepted to shuttle pick up location and time.

Q: My plans have changed, and I no longer need the shuttle. What should I do? A: Please visit and inform staff at the Transportation kiosk at the Healthy Way of Life Expo.

Q: I purchased Race Day Will Call, but will not have my bib/shuttle ticket prior to boarding the shuttle bus, what can I do?A: Simply indicate that you have purchased Will Call to Shuttle Staff. Lists of all Race Day Will Call purchases will be provided at all loading locations. To simplify the process, we also encourage you to present a printed copy of your email confirmation.

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ChicagolandThe HOKA ONE ONE Chicago Half Marathon presented by MY FIT KEY represents the final race within the 2019 Chicagoland Half Marathon Series. More than 1,500 ambitious participants will be recognized for their outstanding athletic achievement in taking part in two Life Time half marathons:

Byline Bank Chicago Spring Half Marathon – May 19, 2019

HOKA ONE ONE Chicago Half Marathon presented by MY FIT KEY - Sept. 29, 2019

The 2019 Chicagoland Half Marathon Series is SOLD OUT. Click Here to check the Series qualification list. Registration for the 2020 series will open at the Healthy Way of Life Expo.

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Special Race Bibs Those who qualified for the 2019 Chicagoland Half Marathon Series program will be issued customized 26.2 race bibs (pictured right) at Packet Pick Up.

Participants wearing these bibs will earn special 26.2 Finisher medals upon completion of the Chicago Half Marathon. Visit the Chicagoland Half Marathon Series tent in the Finish Festival area to present your bib and receive your commemorative medal.

Competitive Chicagoland Half Marathon Series awards will be provided to the top three 26.2 Challenge female and male finishers using combined scores from both events. Awards will be presented during the Awards Ceremony at main stage.

For additional questions on the Chicagoland Half Marathon Series, please contact info@chicagohalfmarathon.com or visit us at the Solutions kiosk at Packet Pick Up.

Volunteers Make It Happen!Special thanks to all of the individuals and groups of volunteers who are helping out with the expo, gear check, aid stations and many other areas throughout race weekend!This event wouldn’t be possible without the hard work and dedication of more than 1,000 volunteers. Be sure to take a moment and thank a volunteer!