For Immediate Release

Media Contact: Justin Burke - 213.201.1525

EMAIL:jburke@apla.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 12, 2000

Join the National AIDS Marathon Training Program
and Support AIDS Project Los Angeles

"Go Farther Than You Ever Thought You Could"

LOS ANGELES, CA, January 12, 2000 - Registration has begun for the National AIDS Marathon Training Program benefiting AIDS Project Los Angeles. This year’s participants will begin training on April 29 in preparation for the Chicago Marathon in October 2000. The training program is designed for ordinary people willing to make an extraordinary commitment that will forever change their lives and improve the lives of those living with HIV/AIDS.

The six-month training program, developed by world-renowned runner and marathon trainer Jeff Galloway, is geared to both beginners and experienced runners. The training program combines running and walking to prepare participants to complete the Marathon.

In 1999, more than 700 people completed the training program, raising more than $2.5 million for the fight against AIDS.

Participants will receive round-trip air travel and hotel accommodations, as well as a complete training program including running coach, training materials, and organized group runs.

The deadline to register is April 21, 2000. Information is available by calling the National AIDS Marathon Training Program office at (323) 993-1400, or by visiting their website at www.aidsmarathon.com.

AIDS Project Los Angeles, a non-profit community-based organization, provides direct services to more than 8,000 men, women, and children living with HIV/AIDS in Los Angeles County. Services include a food bank, professional dental care, housing assistance, child care, transportation, mental health counseling, case management, home health care, and Adult and Child Buddy support. APLA also provides extensive treatment and prevention education and advocacy on local, state, and federal AIDS-related legislation.

The National AIDS Marathon Training Program is produced by Walk-The-Talk Productions, Inc.

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