The 9Th Annual Race is on! The race this year is virtual only.
However, registration is on for 2027.
Make the Move and become part of something exciting in San Francisco Bay Area?
Are you a Runner/ Walker or just want to live a healthy and active lifestyle while giving back an awesome cause?
Providing Bay Area Youth 16-24 years Education and Housing
Look who is coming to California?
Tie up your shoe laces and get on the trail for the historic Look Good Feel Good San Leandro Marathon race
Every year Runners and walkers as well as first timers all over the United States of America gather at San Francisco Bay Area to run for Awesome Cause!
Participating in the Look Good Feel Good Race means you are in for healthy living, improved active life styles, improved sexual, physical and emotional wellbeing.
Proceeds benefit the charitable project for San Francisco Bay Area underpriviledged youth to foster education, housing, nutrition, hydration, and nursing care. Your help means a homeless young adult will have access to meal, a place to call home and opportunity to aquire high school diploma, certification for career and vocational training. As well as workforce empowerment program to enable aquire the skills and knowledge they need to become a better version of themselves.
Inspired by Nurses, Doctors and runners like you, the Look Good Feel Good 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Marathon race takes you through a world of adventure. The race begins on a flat terrain, then goes from paved to trails. With 5K elevation of 71ft, 10K elevation of 96ft, and Half Marathon elevation of 204ft you are set to cruise the San Francisco bay shoreline.
The race is out-and -back. The amazing 5K participants make a loop and head out towards the bay trail. The wonderful 10K, and awesome half marathoners and marathoners head straight out toward Hayward Bay trail.
Water stops are located at 1mile, before the 10K turn around, half way before the half marathon turn around and at the half marathon turn around.
Potty -a -potty is located close to the start and finish line as well as the 10K aid station.
You will enjoy breath taking views of the san Francisco and San Leandro shoreline. With the wrap around water across all routes, you are poised to gaze at San Francisco heading back to the finish line.
This race is worth it as the route takes you along the coastlines of the San Leandro marina scenic route. Enjoy the adventures of nature. Gaze at the variety of birds and wildlife along the paths.
The route maps are found on this link
https://www.divinemercyfamily.org
The marathon runners will run the half marathon route two times (2x)
All registered runners will receive finisher medals. Prices will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd runners in 5K, 10K, Half Marathon and Marathon. This is an endurance race. Will take both physical and mental energy.
Here is what to expect for the marathon- ( Half Marathon 2x)
At the start the marathon takes off and head out toward the Hayward bay trail to make the first turnaround at the half marathon turnaround before heading back. At the half marathon turn around, all marathon runners will receive the first bracelet. Make sure to hydrate and get ice packs at the aid station before heading back to the start line. Get more hydration and energy gels. Bring own hydration and gel. Make a U-turn and return to the half marathon turn around to receive the final bracelet. Having completed the half marathon 2x, runners must proceed to finish line to receive their finisher medals. A total of 2 bracelets are required to receive the final medal. Always ask for the bracelet at the half marathon turn around.
The marathon cut off time is 6 hours. Although some athletes make it in four (4) hours. The marathon halfway is 4 hours. All marathon runners must complete the halfway point not later than 11:45 am. This means all marathon runners must complete their 2x turnaround at the half marathon turnaround and head out toward the finish line not later than 12:00 pm.
However, we encourage you to run at your pace.
If you need help along the route contact the race director - Francisca by phone / Tex at this number (808) 756-2436
Please, run at your go pace. For sore or bruised legs, no worries, Dr. Carter and her team will be at your service to provide the care you need.
Eat and rest well
Stay hydrated; Carry your own extra water and hydration as weather may be hot
To beat COVID-19, maintain social distancing, Wash hands
Please, Stay home if you are sick.
Get Involved Now!
If you or someone you know is inclined to give tax deductible donations, sign up now by clicking on the donate button. You can also becoming a fundraiser on the race registration website. Your name will be engraved on the Look Good Feel Good Academic tree of life placard for fundraisers and donors who raise $500.00 or more visit
www.divinemercyfamily.org/donate
To give gifts that keeps on giving consider gifting us with an estate, endowment, land or ranch to build our permanent home.
Become a recurring donor, give a gift in honor of a loved one or an endowment to promote education of young girls and young adults.
For inquires/Sponsor/vendors Contact Race Director by email: divinemercyff@gmail.com
Race and Course is timed and certified by USATF
Join our dedicated and advanced Runners who have gone on to participate in the New York Marathon and Boston Marathon.
What to expect Before Race Day:
Thursday September 30, 2027-Pick-up your race Packet including race T-shirt, Race bib and goodies
Venue: Sport Basement 2727 Milvia St., Berkeley CA 94703
Time: 4:30 PM to 7:00PM ( PST)
Race Day- Saturday 10/02/2027
6:50am to 7:45am - Check in and bib pick up
8:00 am - Race start (10K, Half Marathon, Marathon)
9:00 AM - (5K, 1 mile)
After Race treat yourself to drinks, water, snacks and Togo Sandwiches
Continue to make a difference.
We love you. Take Selfies along the route and share.
Thank you for participating in the 9th annual Look Good Feel Good Race
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