Leading up to the Asics Los Angeles Marathon, Asics will bring the marathon spirit to every
boulevard of the city with its “We Are Marathoners” campaign. The effort showcases a mobile treadmill challenge set at the pace of the LA
Marathon course record, a limited edition Asics Los Angeles Marathon
commemorative footwear and apparel collection, and the virtual cheering
zone, “Support Your Marathoner.”
 
With more than 459,570 official finishers since the first race in 1986 and more than 24,000 runners competing on the Stadium to Sea course this year, the entire city of Los Angeles buzzes with excitement on race day to support the competitors and the running community. Asics is the title sponsor of the Asics Los Angeles Marathon.
 
“Race day in any city is one of the most memorable days of the year, especially in Los Angeles, where the city comes to life to commemorate the history of this iconic marathon and those that better their best by running year after year,” said Asics America CEO Kevin Wulff.
 
“As a true sports performance brand, we are honored to celebrate the tremendous accomplishments of all the Los Angeles marathoners. From first timers to veterans and legacy runners, all are an inspiration to the running community and we are looking forward to cheering them on during race day.”
 
LA Marathon, A Legacy of Running

In 1986, 10,787 registrants ran the first Los Angeles Marathon. On March 9, 2014, 185 of the inaugural runners will cross the finish line to celebrate their 29th Los Angeles Marathon. They are the Asics Los Angeles Marathon Legacy Runners and they have completed every single LA Marathon since the first race and they strive to continue their streak this year.
 
These 185 runners have shown commendable, unbridled commitment to the sport of running and have the stories to show for it. To support their efforts and celebrate the history of the race, Asics America will create the Asics LA Marathon Legacy Runners Exhibit, telling their stories and showcasing memorabilia from past races.
 
The Asics LA Marathon Legacy Runners Exhibit will travel around the city with the Asics LA Marathon treadmill, allowing the entire community a chance to learn about the accomplishments of the Legacy Runners and the history of the race. Legacy Runner John Butcher is also featured on a larger than life wallscape on Sunset Boulevard and N. Olive drive, honoring his story and all 185 Legacy Runners.
 
A Star is Born with the Asics GEL-Lyte33 3 LA Marathon Shoe

To help runners fly through the course, Asics has given its bestselling lightweight natural running shoe, the GEL-Lyte33 3, a Hollywood makeover to become part of the Asics LA Marathon Collection.
 
Released in limited edition, the Asics GEL-Lyte33 3 features bright colorways, marathon markings and vibrant palm trees to commemorate the sunny beaches and open boulevards of the 2014 Asics Los Angeles Marathon course.
 
In addition to the signature shoes, Asics has developed a head-to-toe limited edition apparel and accessories collection for this year’s marathon. The apparel line features a variety of bestselling tech tees and shorts all bearing the Asics Los Angeles Marathon logo. The line will also feature a fun collection of graphic tees to help commemorate the city and the race. To complement its marathon apparel, Asics’ accessories line features everything from visors to gloves, performance socks and bags.