Posted: October 15, 2004

Athletics: "T-Bone" Ready to Entertain and Educate at the Des Moines Marathon

"T-Bone," a nationally known kid's entertainer, fitness advocate and educator is bringing his award winning fitness program to Des Moines, IA this weekend for the Des Moines Marathon. His popular interactive fitness program, "T-Bone's Fitness Mania," can be enjoyed at Drake Stadium at 8:30am on Saturday, October 16, 2004. The show consists of world-class magic, fitness and mayhem along with pre-race warm up exercises. The Kids' One Mile Fun Run will begin Saturday at 9:00am. The fun continues on Sunday, October 17 as "T-Bone" cheers racers on at the finish line.

The man behind the brightly colored costume is award-winning fitness educator Tim Arem M.Ed. Arem has a personal commitment to sharing health, fitness and entertainment with children and adults of all ages. As the energetic health and fitness character, "T-Bone," Arem has been involved in 500 races and has worked with 1.5 million families at fitness events for over 15 years. His mission "health and fitness as a way of life from childhood to adulthood" inspires and motivates thousands of families nationwide.

The Des Moines Marathon is one of the best-kept secrets in marathon racing. It has been described by many as one of America's most scenic autumn tours of a city. Participants will be able to view some of the best panoramic views of Des Moines while competing this year.

For more information visit www.TboneRun.com or www.desmoinesmarathon.com.

Ryan Lamppa, Running USA Media Services Director
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Santa Barbara, CA 93111

(805) 696-6232, fax (805) 967-5958
Ryan@RunningUSA.org
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