Hotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD

🏃‍♂️Race Overview

• Event Name: Hotter Than Hell Marathon for RaceMD
• Date: July 6, 2025
• Location: Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, LA 70003
• Distance: 26.2 miles completed in 13, two-mile loops

🔥Unique Experience

• Open to All: Whether you’re an experienced runner or a first-time Want A Bee, everyone is welcome.
• Support a Cause: This event supports boys with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD).
• Multiple Options: Options to complete the distance include biking, skating, or as a relay team.
• Celebration of Movement: The event is a chance to celebrate movement and community.

📅Event History

• Past Location: The race was held at Audubon Park for the first 18 years.
• Virtual Edition: The race was held virtually during Covid years (2020-2022).
• Current Venue: This will be the first time it is held at Lafreniere Park.
• 23rd Edition: This year marks the 23rd edition of the event.

🌐Virtual Race Option

• Participation: A Virtual Race option is available for those unable to join in person.
• Mileage Timeline: Complete your mileage between June 29 - July 6, 2025.
• Flexible Methods: Virtual participants can choose their preferred method to complete their distance.
• Join the Community: Engage with others in the broader running community, even virtually.

🎗️Mission and Impact

• About RaceMD: Founded with the goal of accelerating research and therapies for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.
• Current Focus: Transitioned from research to providing real therapies for patients now.
• DMD Prevalence: DMD affects 1 in 3,500 children in the US.
• Donation-Based: All donations and shirt proceeds go directly to RaceMD and are tax-deductible.

💖Get Involved

• Fundraising: Funds raised will provide stem cell therapy for boys with DMD.
• Life Extension: Stem cell therapy has shown evidence of life extension for patients.
• Join Us: Participate in this important cause and help make a difference.
• More Information: Visit the race page at Hotter Than Hell Marathon.