Runners in Calgary are in for a particular deal with from Could 23-25, as Olympian, filmmaker and author Alexi Pappas joins the 2025 Servus Calgary Marathon race weekend. A standout within the operating world and past, Pappas is thought for her record-breaking performances and her inspiring storytelling. Whether or not you’re racing the Asics Runkeeper 10K alongside her, assembly her on the runner’s expo for an Instagrammable alternative or simply cheering the sparkly star from the sidelines, it is a weekend you gained’t wish to miss.
An inspiration each out and in of her trainers
Pappas, who set a Greek nationwide file within the 10,000 metres on the 2016 Rio Olympics, has since expanded her horizons to incorporate guiding visually impaired runners at each Boston and London Marathons. Past her athletic accomplishments, she’s a filmmaker, actor and writer of Bravey: Chasing Goals, Befriending Ache, and Different Large Concepts, a memoir that resonates with runners and dreamers alike. “Alexi’s power is electrical and she or he’s constructing a worldwide group, inspiring all types of individuals to run,” Servus Calgary Marathon race director Kirsten Fleming advised Canadian Working. “Not everybody is ready to journey to large U.S. races the place you may see operating’s greatest stars, so we’re excited to deliver Alexi to Calgary, so Canadian Braveys can run shoulder to shoulder with an actual hero in our sport.”
Easy methods to meet Alexi
On Friday, Could 23, at 7:00 p.m., Pappas will lead a tempo celebration/shake-out run, welcoming runners of all ranges to loosen up earlier than race day. The next morning, at 7:30 a.m., she’s going to compete within the Asics Runkeeper 10K, providing contributors the distinctive alternative to race alongside an Olympian. Later that day, attendees can meet Pappas on the runners’ expo, the place she might be obtainable for pictures and conversations.
The ASICS Runkeeper 10K: enjoyable for everybody
The ASICS Runkeeper 10K is a standout occasion throughout Calgary Marathon weekend. This yr, the course has been redesigned right into a loop, offering a quick and flat route preferrred for private bests, and the occasion might be held the day earlier than the marathon, permitting for much more followers and festivities. For the primary time, money prizes might be awarded to the highest three finishers in every class, and to make race day logistics simpler, free CTrain entry is on the market for all runners.
Be a part of Pappas to debate Bravey
In anticipation of the occasion, the Run Calgary E book Membership is that includes Pappas’ memoir, Bravey, March 18, from 7:00 to eight:00 p.m., Pappas will be a part of a digital dialogue, providing insights into her experiences in operating, writing and life, giving followers the possibility to attach straight along with her earlier than race weekend kicks off. “Run Calgary is happy to share Alexi’s story and get much more folks shifting – in no matter manner you’re impressed,” says Fleming. “Try Bravey and be a part of our March guide membership with Alexi!”
To register for any of the 2025 Servus Calgary Marathon occasions, head right here.
RSVP to the Run Calgary E book Membership occasion right here.