lf you are staying at another hotel , it i s recommended to arrive by foot. The road leading from the hotels to the starting point will be closed at 5:30 in the morning. Parking lots adjacent to the area - Mul Hayam Mall, Umm Rashrash, the Club Hotel parking lot. Please note that the Blue and White parking in Eilat is paid parking 7 days a weekfrom 9:00 to 21 :00.

Guidelines for race day

Until the start: After an early snack, arrive in time to the starting area. Make sure that your bib number is fastened to your chest or waist. Keep your body and joints warm until the start time by wearing warm clothing, or running in place. Make sure you have all the needed gear חס you (hat, sunglasses), apply sunscreen, and take a drink. ln the staging area you will find signs that indicate the corrals according to the race you are running (marathon, half marathon, 1 Ok and 5k).

Gear storage: The place for storing personal gear will open at 5:00 Friday, and will stay open until the end of the חסmarathon. Only small bags can be stored.

During the race Allow fast runners to pass by easily. The route changes along the way and it is very important to pay attention to obstacles. Besides paying attention to the course it is also important to look at the views, it will fill you with inspiration for many miles. At each intersection or change of direction there are signs - note that the signs for the marathon are red and the half marathon is marked

Inf ormation f or Athletes We are happy to welcome you to the Desert Marathon. The entire experiential event attracts more and more fans and participants from around the world each year. Since your smile at the end of the event is very important to us, here are some guidelines and suggestions for running and for the entire weekend.

Center of Action = MARATHON ZONE The Expo, the marathon headquarters, the information center, and the start and end gates are all located חס the northern promenade of Eilat, adjacent to the mall opposite the sea and opposite the official competition hotel - Club Hotel. Please note that the briefing, the ceremonies, the sports activities throughout the weekend and the party are held at the Club Hotel and are free of charge (participants who are not accommodated at the Club Hotel will have to payfor the pasta dinner ).

Race kits: Distribution of race kits will begin חס Thursday, from 15:00 to 22:00 in the Expo area, opposite the "Mull Hayam" shopping mall. Each runner will receive his/her bib number, with which he/she is required to present at the distribution point. lf you didn't received your bib number, you can verify it at the information desk at the marathon complex. Distribution of kits חס Friday morning will be possible only in exceptional cases.

Arrival and parking lots The start and finish area is adjacent to the Club Hotel and therefore there is סח need to drive by car.

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in blue. Note the split between the two heats (Water Station #2). Stop at any hydration station for a drink, even if you feel great at the moment. Please note - bottles and wrappers go into the waste bins located 300 meters after each water station. Help us keep the desert clean. lf you don't feel well, update the runner next to you and the marshals at the stations חס the way, theywill take care ofyou. lf you decide to stop or shorten the race, you must update the marathon headquarters at 054- r physically at the race headquartersס 4230300nearthe finish line. Throughout the course (at every water station!)

and next to the finish line there are first aid personnel - do not hesitate to reach out to them if needed. Be sure to cross all measuring mats along the route. This way we will know where you are at each stage of the race and make sure you have completed the entire course. ln the Desert Marathon there is סח need for earphones - listen to the sound of nature, enjoy the quietand breathtaking beautyof the desert. Along the way and at the finish line there are photographers - raise your hands, smile, make a unique gesture, all pictures will go up חס Facebook after the marathon. Respect the award ceremony after the race. lt is a tradition and a special experience.

lnformation for runner's families

and friends As you must be aware, the only people allowed חס the track are the runners, in order to keep them safe and to maintain the quiet desert experience. At the same time, we arranged this year special "support spots" along the way, where families and friends can cheerthe runners חס.

"Support points" will be at the 10th and 18th kilometer mark for marathon runners, and at the 8th and 11 th kilometer for half marathon runners. Access is through "Benny's Farm." Another "support point", for marathon runners only, is at the 32 kilometer mark. Access is from Shachor lndustrial Zone. Besides these points you can wait for the runners the promenade as they cross it 2 kilometers חסbefore the finish line. From there you can accompany runners, but note that we will not allow entry to the final sleeve. After the finish line, marathon and half marathon runners will proceed to the relaxation area for drinks, refreshments and a massage. Runners and their families will be able to sit together at the Nine Beach complex, where refreshments can be ordered at specially reduced prices.

The Desert Marathon Party An unforgettable After-Marathon party Don't know what to do with all the adrenaline coursing through your body after a good run? We know the feeling, and that's why you don't just leave the Desert Marathon! On Friday night, after a brief rest and enjoying the attractions Eilat has to offer, everyone is invited to a crazy after-party. Excellent music, surprises, the marathon video and a raffle where one of you will win a free flight and accommodation at one of the most unique marathons in Thailand

Health and Safety Everyone knows that participating in a marathon סr even a shorter race requires good health and physical fitness. Yet despite all the preparations, some runners might find themselves in distress during the run, so we ask you for your attention and commitment to the instructions set for your safty a nd for your benefit. 1. lf you are not feeling well, or if in the days beforethe race you suffered from a fever or stomach upsetor diarrhea - do not participate in the race! Consulta doctor and/or coach.2. Read about how to prevent heat stroke.3. Consider your nutrition, sleep, and plan enoughtime for final preparations.4. Prepare your running equipment and make sure itis convenient for you and suitable for a long run.5. During the race itself there are numerousdrinking and nutritional stations - use them, get anenergy supplement and move חס. Do not miss anystation, even if you feel energized at that moment.6. Be sure to wear a hat; it is recommended to wearsunglasses.

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