Take an in-depth look into the world-class 2024 Hoag OC Marathon Weekend with host and race announcer Fitz Koehler, her race director Gary Kutscher, and announcer Rudy Novotny. Hear about many of the weekend’s highlights, learn about this event’s massive positive impact on its community, and unravel the challenges faced. 

Celebrating not just the event’s participants but also its organizers, we reveal the outstanding turnout at this year’s race with a record-breaking number of finishers, volunteers, and international participation. We also recount an incredibly inspiring children’s multi-week running program concluding at the OC Marathon, a testament to youthful energy, fitness, and patriotism. 

Delve deeper as we discuss the importance of adhering to USATF rules and regulations and explore a situation in which the disqualification of a top finisher for unauthorized assistance revealed the significance of upholding nationwide race rules. Also, hear about the promising steps being taken for better logistics in future races.

This episode is a must-listen for any running enthusiast, aspiring elite runner, and anyone interested in the organization and mechanics of professional races.

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Fitz Koehler Fitness Innovator, Keynote Speaker, Author and Race Announcer

Noisy, bossy, and compelling, Fitz Koehler of Fitzness.com is the author of multiple books, including My Noisy Cancer Comeback, Your Healthy Cancer Comeback: Sick to Strong, and the Healthy Cancer Comeback Journal. She’s one of America's most exciting keynote speakers, a premier race announcer, a fitness innovator, and a bonafide cancer crusher.