2011 Five Points of Life Race Weekend Dates

Saturday, February 19, 2011
8am -- 5Points 5K
9am -- Kids Marathon
Fitness EXPO

Sunday, February 20, 2011
7am -- Marathon, Half Marathon, Marathon Relay


USATF Certification:
Marathon - FL-10003EBM
Half Marathon - FL-06012DL
5K - FL-09010EBM

Boston Qualifier

For many years Gainesville, Florida has been known as one of the premier running capitals of the world. But since the early 80’s, there has been no marathon in our community. In 2006, the first Five Points of Life Marathon showcased our great lifesaving community and our great running community. This year organizers are excited to present our 5th Five Points of Life Marathon.

The Five Points of Life Race Weekend promotes a message of life in two ways:

The Five Points of Life raises awareness of the need for lifesaving donations of blood, apheresis, marrow, cord blood, and organ and tissue.

In addition, setting a goal of running or walking a marathon is a great way to commit to a fitness plan that can make a permanent difference in someone’s health and life.

Many of our participants and volunteers are donors or recipients; some are both. We'd like to recognize and honor those who donate life, or have received the gift of life by asking you to pin or tie an orange ribbon to your race day attire if you're a donor or a blue on if you're a recipient. Pin it to your hat, race number or back. Somewhere to remind us that, in addition to enjoying a wonderful event, we're here to remember the importance of saving lives by sharing ours.

Runners & Walkers

People of all fitness levels are encouraged to train for the 5K (3.1 miles), half (13.1 miles) or whole (26.2 miles) marathon. Runners, donors or recipients of life-saving donations (blood, apheresis, bone marrow, cord blood, organ & tissue) are all encouraged to be a part of the Five Points of Life Race Weekend.