NEW YORK, March 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Meredith
Corporation (NYSE:MDP; www.meredith.com), the leading media and
marketing company with national brands serving more than 110
million American women including nearly 75 percent of U.S.
Millennial women, today announced that Amy Robach, News Anchor of ABC News'
"Good Morning America" will host and participate in the 2017
SHAPE Women's Half-Marathon, one of the largest women's-only
half-marathons in the country. The race will be held by Meredith's
SHAPE magazine in conjunction with New York Road Runners
(NYRR)—the world's premier community running organization whose
mission is to help and inspire people through running.
"I am so excited to be participating in the SHAPE Women's
Half-Marathon this year," Robach said. "This race has a great
history, and it is an honor to be a part of such an important event
that unites, empowers and inspires women from all over the
world."
The race will take place on Sunday, April
30, drawing thousands of female runners and walkers from
around the world to New York's
Central Park.
"We're thrilled to have Amy join us for the 14th
annual SHAPE Women's Half-Marathon," says Elizabeth Goodman Artis, Editor-in-Chief of
SHAPE. "Her passion and advocacy for women's health makes
her the ideal host for this race, and we know that her positive
energy will inspire our runners."
In addition to delivering opening remarks to kick off the race,
Robach will participate in the half-marathon and split the
13.1-mile course with Sara
Haines, Co-Host of "The View" and ABC Correspondent.
"GMA" 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.
On race day, supporters and spectators are invited to cheer on
the 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.
For pre-race events, inspiration, expert training tips, race
updates and more, 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
To register for the 2017 SHAPE Women's Half Marathon, visit:
http://www.nyrr.org/races-and-events/2017/shape-womens-half-marathon.
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 more than 14 million, reaching women across all
platforms, including the 10.4 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 | 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 nyrr.org.
ABOUT "GOOD MORNING AMERICA"
"Good Morning America"
is a two-hour, live program anchored by Robin Roberts, George
Stephanopoulos, Michael
Strahan and Lara Spencer.
Amy Robach is the news anchor, and
Ginger Zee is the chief
meteorologist. The morning news program airs MONDAY-FRIDAY
(7:00-9:00 a.m. EST), on the ABC
Television Network.
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SOURCE Meredith Corporation