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• Largest CPR training session

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    30 cardiac compressions plus 2 lung inflations times 4,626 equals a new Largest CPR training session Guinness World Records™ record!

    104 school buses transported 4,626 Arlington Independent school district eight grade students to Cowboys stadium, located in Arlington, Texas, to take part in the 30 minute training session.

    

    Guinness World Records™ adjudicator Danny Girton Jr. was on the field to verify the 17 November training session, which was taught by qualified medical practitioners and facilitators.

    

    The Guinness World Records™ record attempt was featured as part of Arlington Mayor Robert Cluck's community CPR program known as 'CPaRlington'.

    'CPaRlington' was formulated in 2005 as a partnership among Arlington Fire Department officials; representatives from the UTA School of Nursing; and the American Heart Association; with an objective to train 10% of Arlington's citizens in CPR over the following five yeards.

    

    According to event sources 25,140 citizens have received training from CPaRlington as of mid-way through 2009: nearly 70% of Mayor Cluck's five year goal.

    20 November 2009

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• Guinness World Records Day 200

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    The success of the 5th annual Guinness World Records Day – celebrated this November 12 – has proved once again that the public has an insatiable appetite for witnessing or participating in world record events. An estimated 250,000 people took part in this year’s events, helping to raise thousands of dollars for various charities and drawing attention to the fun and excitement that can be had when trying to get your name in the world’s best-selling copyright book.

     

    Kicking off events outside the Sydney Opera House in Australia were a group of skimpily clad exhibitionists striving to break the record for the largest swimwear parade; sadly, only 235 people turned up – not enough to qualify for the record – demonstrating that not every attempts leads to a Guinness World Record!

     

    After the disappointing start, things quickly started looking up. Multiple record holder Alistair Galpin of New Zealand bagged himself not one but three records – for Champagne-cork spitting, coin blowing, and Malteser (malt ball) spitting. In China, Tao Yongming set a new Guinness World Record for fastest ascent of a sand dune on a motorcycle, while in Egypt, Heshim Nessim also set a new standard for the fastest vehicle crossing of the Egyptian desert.

     

    Soon, half of the planet was indulging in record breaking. In Turkey, the concrete was flying as strongman Ali Bahecepete hacked away                                                                      at the most concrete blocks broken in 30 seconds and in 1 minute, and in Albania, artist Saimir Strati turned art on its head and crafted the largest mosaic made out of paint brushes. In the Middle East, Lebanese model-maker Toufic Daher erected the tallest matchstick model (of the Eiffel Tower) and fellow countryman Nabil Karam did an official count of his largest collection of model cars (22,222!).

     

    As Europeans woke up to the morning news, they began to hear stories of the most translated comic book, The Adventures of Asterix by Goscinny and Uderzo, the latter of whom was on hand to accept his Guinness World Records certificate. The most nationalities in a sauna (Finland) followed, along with the fastest human wheelbarrow (also Finland), the fastest time to eat a bowl of pasta (Italy), the fastest time to eat and peel three lemons (Denmark), and the largest gingerbread man (Norway) – presented to the IKEA Furuset in Oslo by Sultan Kosen, the world’s tallest man!

     

    The Germans put on a particularly good show, tackling at least seven Guinness World Records, from the farthest distance reached on a water slide to the most dominoes stacked on a single piece. But beating the Germans in the numbers game was the UK, with eight attempts including most couples hugging in a minute, longest conga on ice and fastest time to inflate and burst a hot-water bottle. The highlight in the UK was Manjit Singh – the “Iron Man of Leicester” – establishing a record for the  farthest distance to pull a double-decker bus with the hair.

     

    By now, the United States was awake and raring to get their fair share of record breaking action. First off the blocks was the largest cup of hot chocolate in New York, followed by the largest collection of lipstick prints by the Big Apple’s Cosmopolitan magazine. And the records kept on falling: In Memphis, Tennessee, the Universal Cheerleaders Association broke the largest cheerleading dance by 72 people, and in Fort Worth, Texas, the Stockyards Championship Rodeo established the record for the most people lassoing simultaneously.

     

    As the sun set on the day, some records were still underway, others had yet to be reported back to Guinness World Records’ head office in London. What was sure, though, was that it had been a great day of record breaking. Congratulations to all those who took part, and commiserations to everyone who failed to make the mark! To those disheartened, don’t worry, you’ve got a year to get back into training for GWR Day 2010.

     

    You can break a record any day of the week by visiting www.guinnessworldrecords.com

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• GWR Day: Most people twirling

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    On a warm November evening in Fort Worth, Texas a crowd of cowboys and cowgirls gathered at the Stockyards Championship Rodeo for a showdown in celebration of Guinness World Records Day 2009.

    The guidelines for the “Most people twirling lassos simultaneously” require the event take place in a public place large enough to accommodate all individual’s twirling lassos without physical restriction. Where better to conduct a record attempt with a skill most commonly associated with rodeos than the location of the world’s first indoor rodeo commonly known as the Cowtown Coliseum in Fort Worth, Texas.

    

    Upon the signal of stadium announcer Terry Starnes, 23 ropers standing ten feet apart began twirling lassos over their heads in a continuous loop for a forearm torturing two minutes. Terry offered encouragement throughout the attempt with his distinctive Texan accent suggesting to participants that “the technique was all in the wrist, keep on swinging…. I’ll tell you when to quit!”

    At the conclusion of the two minutes and confident that all guidelines were adhered to, Guinness World Records adjudicator, Philip Robertson declared the attempt successful.

    

    Upon conclusion of the successful attempt, Guinness World Records spoke with Terry, veteran announcer of the twice weekly rodeo, who commented “everyone knows what the Guinness book of World Records is. To be in it…. Well that’s an honor.”

    

    DeeDee Wix, sales director of the Stockywards Championship Rodeo helped to organize the event and received the Guinness World Records certificate for ‘Most people twirling lassos simultaneously” on behalf of the rodeo. Deedee was more philosophical about the coming together of Guinness World Records and the Rodeo, two world renowned institutions, suggesting “It’s incredible to be involved with something that’s been here a lot longer than I have been and will be here a lot longer still.”

    13 November 2009

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• World Record Breaking Mania St

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    A MAN PULLING A DOUBLE-DECKER BY THE HAIR, MASS CHEERLEADING AND A GIANT GINGERBREAD MAN…?  IT CAN ONLY BE GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS DAY!

    2 November 2009 (London, UK) – People around the world are getting ready to defy the monotonous month of November and break some wacky and wonderful records on the fifth annual Guinness World Records Day (12 November). Celebrated to commemorate the day in 2004 when Guinness World Records became the world’s bestselling copyright book of all time, Guinness World Records Day attracts hundreds of thousands of record-breakers around the world every year - in a true spirit of philanthropy and fun.

    As in previous years, wacky and wonderful Brits promise to showcase their talent and raise money for their favourite charities on Guinness World Records Day. Among the dozens of attempts planned around the country, London will host the big comeback of 59-year old Manjit Singh who will perform a hair-raising attempt for the furthest distance to pull a double-decker bus with hair (New World Record).  Also in the Capital, commuters will literally come together at St Pancras Station for the most people hugging for one minute (100), while hundreds will descend on Alexandra Palace as they attempt to skate their way into the records book for the longest conga on ice (107). In Southampton the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation will team up with Justdance Salsa for the largest salsa dance (451).  Demonstrating his physical strength in support of the British Heart Foundation, “British Master’s Squat Power Lifting Champion” Shaun Jones from Norwich hopes to grab the title for most weight squat lifted in one hour (41,600kg) and the fastest hot water bottle burst (51.98 secs).  In Northern Ireland, Oaks Shopping Centre will celebrate Guinness World Records Day with a record attempt for largest human mattress dominoes (121) to raise money for Marie Curie cancer nurses, and Ballyclare High School will hold the largest sports lesson (250).   Meanwhile, Carr’s Glen Primary School in Belfast celebrates it 70th anniversary by organising the largest gathering of people dressed as storybook characters (NWR).  

    Editor-in-Chief, Craig Glenday says: “Guinness World Records Day is a perfect opportunity for individuals and organizations to raise awareness of their causes, and this year’s line-up of record-breakers is even bigger and better than last year. We look forward to seeing dozens of new records being broken around the world and welcoming new achievers in to the family of Guinness World Records.”

    Record-breaking mania on Guinness World Records Day will not just hit the UK, as countries around the globe put their best foot forward with amazing attempts such as the fastest vehicle crossing of the Egyptian western desert, during 24 hours in Egypt, largest bikini parade (281) in Australia, and most nationalities in a Sauna (57) in Finland. Elsewhere in Europe, Rolf Allerdissen in Germany will brave the cold November weather in a record attempt for furthest distanced covered in 24 hours on a water slide (75.72 miles) , and Norway sets out to get into the Christmas spirit early with the largest gingerbread man (593.53 kg).  Across the Atlantic, the US will celebrate Guinness World Records Day with events including the largest cheerleading dance (225), in Memphis, Tennessee and most people lassoing simultaneously in Texas.

    Now a global phenomenon, Guinness World Records Day commemorates the day in 2004 when the book became the world’s bestselling copyright title with a hundred million copies sold. Any records set on Guinness World Records day are short-listed for inclusion in next year’s edition of the book, which is currently enjoying a top position on the UK’s bestseller list. Information on the exact time and location of each of these events is found in the notes to editor. Some of the times are subject to change.

    For further information, picture requests or attendance on UK events, contact:
    Karolina Thelin or Amarilis Espinoza 0207 891 4518 / press@guinnessworldrecords.com
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    UK & Ireland – Events on Wednesday 11th November 2009:

    Farnborough, Hampshire

    • 18:00: Largest gathering of people wearing underpants (146). For Cancer Research the people of Cardiff will be treated to the sight of over 200 men in their underpants. Tilebarn Close, Cove, Farnborough, GU14 8LS.  For more information contact Louise Sayce on 07513 512 911

    UK & Ireland – Events on Guinness World Records Day – Thursday 12th November 2009:

    London

    • 07:30: Most people hugging for a minute (100).  London commuters get friendly and come together at Kings Cross St Pancras International.  Pancras Road, London, NW1 2QP.  Contact Kate Fisher kf@londoncommunications@.co.uk on 0207 612 8492

    • 09:30: Furthest distance to pull a bus with the hair (NWR). Watch British strongman Manjit Singh attempt the ‘impossible’ in central London. Contact: Karolina Thelin karolina.thelin@guinnessworldrecords.com on 0207 891 4584

    • 11:00: Longest conga on ice (107). The public are encouraged to put on their skates and get down to Alexandra Palace to participate in arguably the most fun record attempt of the day. Alexandra Palace Way, Wood Green, London, N22 7AY.  Contact Jane Lawrence jl.directpr@btconnect.com on 020 7407 6882

    Northern Ireland

    • 11:00: Largest gathering of people dressed as storybook characters (NWR).   Celebrating Carr’s Glen Primary School’s 70th anniversary over 300 children will dress up as their favourite storybook characters.  629 Oldpark Road, Belfast, BT14 6QX  Contact Tony Young  tonyyoung@live.co.uk  on 028 9039 1286

    • 14:00: Largest sports lesson (250).  To promote the ‘healthy schools programme’ the students of Ballyclare High School will have fun, get fit, and hopefully achieve a new world record! Ballyclare High School, County Antrim, 31 Rashee Road, BT39 9HJ.  Contact Andrea McCullough amccullough225@c2kni.net on 07729 266 422

    • 19:00: Largest human mattress dominoes (121).  Raising money for Marie Curie, The Oaks Centre in Dungannon will attempt to break the world record for ‘human dominoes’! Oaks Shopping Centre, Oak Road, Dungannon, BT71 4NA.   Contact Barry Mcguinness barrymcguinness@btinternet.com on 07875 033 337

    Norwich, Norfolk

    • 09:30:  Most weight squat lifted in one hour (41,600kg)and The fastest time to burst a hot water bottle (51.98 seconds) The incredible Shaun Jones will attempt to squat lift over 41,600 kg for over 60 minutes.  And if that wasn’t enough Shaun will then attempt to blow up a hot water with his own breath! The event will raise money for the British Heart Foundation. Oasis Sports & Leisure Club Pound Lane Thorpe St Andrew Norwich NR7 OUB.

    Bournemouth, Dorset

    • 11:00: The most arm-linked people to stand up simultaneously (39).  Over 100 students have something very special planned on Guinness World Records Day.  Watch this space!  The event is organised by Bournemouth University. Talbot Campus, Fern Barrow, Poole BH12.  Contact Andie Hill ahill@bournemouth.ac.uk on 01202 961400

    Morda, Shropshire

    • 09:00: Multiple endurance world records.  Guinness World Record holder Stephen Buttler and his cousin Luke Wright will attempt 5 world records between them.  This includes Most tricep dips in one hour and most knee bends on a swiss ball in one minute.  They will be raising money for Hope House (respite for terminally ill children).  Contact Stephen Buttler smjbuttler@aol.com on 07790 618 197 (Mobile) / 01952 850425 (Work).  Hope House, Oswestry, Nant Lane, Morda, Shropshire, SY10 9BX. 

    Southampton, Hampshire

    • 18:30:  Largest salsa lesson (451). In the run up to World Diabetes Day Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation are hoping to dance their way into the records book.  Come and along and get involved.  Barton Park, Chickenhall Ln, Eastleigh, Hampshire SO50 6RR.  Contact: Talia Field  TField@jdrf.org.uk on 023 8061 6643

     US Guinness World Records Day Events:

    Forth Worth, Texas

    • Friday, November 6th/8-10 pm (CST) Most People Lassoing Simultaneously (*New)- The Cowtown Coliseum in Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District, Texas will be attempting to rope in a new world record for ‘Most People Twirling Lassos Simultaneously.’ For more information about the rodeo contact DeeDee Wix at 817-625-1025.

    Memphis, Tennessee

    • Saturday, November 7th/4 pm (CST) Largest Cheerleading Dance (225)- Varsityspirit.com gathers over 300 spirited cheerleaders to celebrate their sport by attempting the ‘Largest Cheerleading Dance’ at the  UCA Mid South Regional Cheerleading Event at the University of Memphis Fieldhouse. To get involved, please contact Sheila Noone at 901-251-5959.

    New York, New York

    • Monday, November 9th /11 am (EST) Largest Cup of Hot Chocolate (*New)-  World renowned dessert hot spot, Serendipity III, hopes to go for their second Guinness World Record (they currently hold record for the Most Expensive Dessert).  For more information, please contact Joe Calderone at 212-832-9809

    • Wednesday, November 11th/8-8 pm (EST) Largest Collection of Lipstick Prints (12 hours)- November 11th – Cosmopolitan Magazine, Maybelline New York and the United Service Organizations will be asking New Yorkers to pucker up as they attempt to set the record for most ‘Lip Print Kisses collected in 12 hours’ in Times Square. For more information, contact Jo Carne at 212 649 2000.

    Miami, Florida
    • Thursday, November 12th /4 pm (EST) Longest Marathon Reading Aloud (113 hours 15 min)- Beginning on November 3rd, members of International Solidarity for Human Rights -The New Generation, seek to set a new record for “Longest Reading Aloud Marathon by a Team” while reading the 30 Articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, repeatedly for over 224 hours at the InterAmerican Campus of Miami Dade College. The event culminates on November 12 and promotes promoting education, understanding and respect for human rights. This is an official event of the 2009 Miami Book Fair International. For more information on this, please contact Elizabeth Sanchez Vegas 786 301-3019.

    Across USA
    • Thursday, November 12th/ - Most People Sport Stacking Simultaneously (222,560)- The World Sport Stacking Association and their annual STACK UP! Guinness World Records Day record attempt for will be taking place on Nov. 12th. Children from 1,406 schools (298,864 stackers) across the country are set to stack to try and beat last year’s numbers. Contact Bob Fox at 1-877-468-2877 (ext. 203)

    For inquires about all US Events contact: Jamie Panas +1 718 513 7263 jamie.panas@guinnessworldrecords.com

     

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• Guinness World Records Celebra

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    TRICK OR FEAT -- GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS® ANNOUNCES TOP HALLOWEEN RECORDS

    From Largest Gathering of Skeletons To Fastest Time To Carve One Pumpkin, Record-Breaking Authority Names Fright-Filled List of Amazing Accomplishments

    NEW YORK - October 26, 2009 –Thousands of people across the globe are shattering records in celebration of the spookiest of holidays this year and Guinness World Records is highlighting some of the best Halloween records past and present.  From pumpkins and zombies to skeletons and horror houses, this Halloween is one for the record books. To learn more spine-tingling records, check out the Guinness World Records 2010 edition, which is available in stores now.

    “Halloween inspires some of the most creative record-attempts we see at Guinness World Records,” said Stuart Claxton, US Spokesperson for Guinness World Records. “People love the idea of doing something outside the norm, and Halloween gives everyone the perfect opportunity to submit some of most extreme, creative and unique record applications we receive all year.” 

    Some of the top Halloween records include:

    • Largest Virtual Halloween Party – Over 600 participants attempted the record for the Largest Virtual Halloween Party in Sony's Free Realms game on October 21, 2009. Each player dressed in Halloween costumes and danced to "virtual boomboxes".

    • Longest Walk Through Horror House  - On September 12, 2009, the Cutting Edge Haunted House in Fort Worth Texas set the record for the longest walk through horror house at 689.17 m (2261.08 ft) long.

    • Largest Gathering of Zombies - The largest gathering of zombies was set by 4,026 participants at 'The Big Chill Festival’ in Ledbury, Herefordshire, UK, on August 6, 2009.

    • Largest Gathering of Skeletons - 197 audience members on the set of The Paul O'Grady Show set the records for the largest gathering of skeletons in London, UK, on September 24, 2009.

    • Largest Halloween Gathering - The largest Halloween gathering was achieved by 362 participants, in an event organized by I Run For The Party's Halloween 5K in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, on October 18, 2008.

    • Most People Carving Pumpkins Simultaneously - The record for the most pumpkins carved simultaneously is 965 and was achieved by 965 students at the Malvern Town Centre in Scarborough, Ontario, Canada on October 31, 2005.

    • Fastest Time To Carve One Pumpkin - The fastest time to carve a face into a pumpkin is 24.03 seconds, by Stephen Clarke (USA), who broke his previous record on July 23, 2006 at Universal Studios, Orlando, Florida, USA as part of Food Network Challenge: Guinness World Records Week.

    • Furthest Distance to Fire a Pumpkin  - A pumpkin was 'shot' by air cannon a distance of 1,368 m (4,491 ft) on September 19, 1998 by the Aludium Q-36 Pumpkin Modulator, built and manned by Matt Parker, Chuck Heerde, Rod Litwiller, Steve Young and James Knepp at the Morton Pumpkin Festival in Illinois.

    • Most Pumpkins Carved in One Hour - Stephen Clarke carved 50 pumpkins in Times Square, New York City, in a promotion for Scholastic  "Goosebumps" book series on October 31, 2008.

    • Fastest Time for Carving a Ton of Pumpkins - Stephen Clarke carved one ton of pumpkins in 3 hours 33 minutes 49 seconds at Harrah's Casino Resort, Atlantic City, NJ on October 29, 2008.

    This world renowned and celebrated annual, Guinness World Records 2010, contains the most comprehensive collection of the greatest and most amazing accomplishments from around the world and beyond.  A “must-have” for both knowledge-seekers and aspiring record-breakers of all ages, Guinness World Records 2010 is available for the suggested retail price of $28.95.  For more information about Guinness World Records 2010 visit the Guinness World Records website at: www.guinnessworldrecords.com

    About Guinness World Records
    Guinness World Records is the universally recognized authority on record-breaking achievement. First published in 1955, the annual Guinness World Records book is published in more than 100 countries and 25 languages and is the highest-selling books under copyright of all time with more than 3 million copies sold annually across the globe. Guinness World Records celebrated its 50th anniversary edition in 2004, a year after the sale of its 100 millionth copy. Guinness World Records also annually publishes the Gamer’s Edition; a records book devoted solely to the world of computer gaming and high score record achievements. The Guinness World Records website (www.guinnessworldrecords.com) receives more than 11 million visitors a year. Guinness World Records is part of the Jim Pattison Group, one of Canada’s largest privately owned companies which is a conglomerate of interests, including advertising, broadcasting, grocery stores and automotive retailing.

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• House of Horrors!

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    The longest walk-through horror house is 689 m (2262 ft) long and is the ‘Cutting Edge Haunted House’ in Fort Worth, Texas, USA as measured on 12 September 2009.
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• Most consecutive haircuts by a

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    No shortcuts went into this triumphant cut through a world-class challenge!

    With scissors snipping, buzzers trimming, and fun brimming to epic levels, ten committed Supercuts® hair stylists collectively earned a Most consecutive haircuts by a team in 24 hours Guinness World Records™ title!

    

    Guinness World Records™ adjudicator Danny Girton Jr. was present at the Houston, Texas venue to assess the marathon-style record attempt, which began at 12pm on 9 October and concluded at 12pm on 10 October.

    

    With a combined 111 years of styling experience, the practiced hair stylists completed 349 hair cuts during the 24 hour period and – according to event sources - displayed their ‘ability to give a super cut every time.’

    

    Girton award the record-setting team with an official Guinness World Records™ certificate immediately following the event, which also functioned as a fundraiser to benefit the YMCA of Greater Houston.

    16 October 2009

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• Silicon Labs Austin Marathon R

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    AUSTIN, Texas – September 27, 2009 – Today’s fifth annual Silicon Labs Austin Marathon Relay to benefit Junior Achievement featured great weather, supportive fans and a new Guinness World Record! More than 540 teams competed to win the “Humana Why Not You?!?” Guinness World Record challenge which culminated in a banner finish and new course record of 2:10.49 by Team Jack and Adams / Zapata Roadrunners made up of Kibet Cherop, Rueben Ondori, Stephen Ariga, Scott Kimbell and Derek Yorek.
    "The Silicon Labs Austin Marathon Relay is a special event all on its own, especially with such a scenic course, so many enthusiastic and friendly participants, and the fundraising for an important cause," said Derek Yorek of Team Jack and Adams / Zapata Roadrunners. "We came out today in hopes of having a great time while running through some of our favorite parts of Austin – winning the race and earning a world record was an added thrill. What an awesome day."
    Austin’s only five-person marathon relay included teams representing running clubs, neighborhood groups, local businesses, city workers and college organizations, with each team successfully completing the relay. Winning the family division, Team Juarez finished with the time 3:22.47. Stephen Stein, Phillip Jordan, Juan Carreon, Jess Hager and Isaac Mora won the military division in 3:03.58
    “The Relay is a one of a kind event where you can run as a team, make a world record, enjoy the views of downtown Austin and support financial literacy,” said Shannon Pleasant, director of corporate communications for Silicon Labs. “Participating is the perfect way to give back to the community and we are so pleased to be part of such a successful race. “
    All proceeds from the 2009 Silicon Labs Austin Marathon Relay benefit Junior Achievement of Central Texas, providing educational resources to teach financial literacy by local business and community volunteers that meet with over 16,000 area students each year.
    “We are so fortunate to have such a strong community here in Austin,” said Dave Swincher, president of Junior Achievement of Central Texas. “It was great to have so many runners, spectators, volunteers and sponsors come out and support our cause and what we believe in. This relay is making a big impact on the lives of students in Austin and it is important that we continue our efforts every year.”
    The race kicked of the start of the Austin Distance Challenge and covered 26.2 miles, divided into five relay legs in the following order: 12K, 10K, 10K, 5K, 5K. The central location, onsite local food vendors and activities for kids provided a great place for family and friends to hang out while team members ran their leg of the course. With over 2,700 runners, this race ranks as the second largest stand alone marathon relay event in the nation.
    The Silicon Labs Austin Marathon Relay is sponsored by Silicon Laboratories.  Additional sponsors include Humana, Third Rail Creative, News 8 Austin, Helping Here, Heineken Light, Hospira, State Farm, Aetna, Virgin, Papa John’s, American Airlines, Rockford, RunTex, Ranch Road and Waggener Edstrom Worldwide.

    For additional information on this event, please visit www.austinmarathonrelay.com.   

    For race results by RunFAR, please see this link. 

    About Silicon Laboratories Inc.
    Silicon Laboratories is an industry leader in the innovation of mixed-signal semiconductors that allow the analog world we live in to interact with the digital world of computing. Silicon Labs is committed to sharing the company’s success with the community, specifically education programs that help develop math and science skills among young people. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Silicon Labs has design, engineering, marketing, sales and applications offices throughout North America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Silicon Laboratories, please visit www.silabs.com.

    About Junior Achievement
    Junior Achievement is the world's largest organization dedicated to educating young people about business, economics and free enterprise. Through a dedicated volunteer network, Junior Achievement offers in-school and after-school programs for students in grades K-12. JA programs focus on seven key content areas: business, citizenship, economics, entrepreneurship, ethics/character, financial literacy and career development. For more information, visit www.ja.org.

    About Humana
    Humana Inc., headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, is one of the nation’s largest publicly traded health and supplemental benefits companies, with approximately 10.4 million medical members. Humana is a full-service benefits solutions company, offering a wide array of health and supplementary benefit plans for employer groups, government programs and individuals.

    Over its 48-year history, Humana has consistently seized opportunities to meet changing customer needs. Today, the company is a leader in consumer engagement, providing guidance that leads to lower costs and a better health plan experience throughout its diversified customer portfolio.

    More information regarding Humana is available to investors via the Investor Relations page of the company’s web site at http://www.humana.com, including copies of:
    • Annual reports to stockholders
    • Securities and Exchange Commission filings
    • Most recent investor conference presentations
    • Quarterly earnings news releases
    • Replays of most recent earnings release conference calls

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    Note to editors: All products and service names are the property of their respective owners.

    MEDIA CONTACT: Katie Ryan, kryan@waggeneredstrom.com, 512/217-2179
                                       
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• The fastest marathon by a rela

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    On Sunday, 27 September 2009, Guinness World Records™ were present in the Silicon Labs Austin Marathon Relay, in Austin, Texas, USA, to officiate at an attempt to accomplish the fastest marathon by a relay team, a feat sponsored by the Humana health insurance company.

    This was the 5th anniversary of the annual charity marathon event, and this time the proceeds were going to Junior Achievement, a non-profit organization that helps young people develop their business skills. A total of 543 teams (2,715 participants) registered for the race, but who would claim the glittering prize of setting the Guinness World Record?

    

    The cheering crowd watched with eager anticipation as Team Jack and Adams/Zapata Roadrunners, Kibet Cherop, Rueben Ondori and Stephen Ariga from Kenya and Scott Kimbell and Derek Yorek from the USA, crossed the finish line in a time of 2:10.50.

    

    "The Silicon Labs Austin Marathon Relay is a special event all on its own, especially with such a scenic course, so many enthusiastic and friendly participants, and the fundraising for an important cause," said Derek Yorek of Team Jack and Adams/Zapata Roadrunners. "We came out today in hopes of having a great time while running through some of our favorite parts of Austin – winning the race and earning a world record was an added thrill. What an awesome day."

    

    This five-person team marathon relay included teams representing running clubs, neighborhood groups, local businesses, city workers and college organizations, with runners coming from all over the world just to take part.

    The second place in the main event went to Team Jack and Adams/Misfits with 2:15:17 and the third place went for the Airrosti Rehab Centers with 2:19:27.
     
    Winning the family division, Team Juarez finished with the time 3:22.47. Stephen Stein, Phillip Jordan, Juan Carreon, Jess Hager and Isaac Mora won the military division in 3:03.58.

    “The relay is a one-of-a-kind event where you can run as a team, make a world record, enjoy the views of downtown Austin, and support financial literacy,” said Shannon Pleasant, director of corporate communications for Silicon Labs. “Participating is the perfect way to give back to the community, and we are so pleased to be part of such a successful race. “
     
    All proceeds from the 2009 Silicon Labs Austin Marathon Relay benefit Junior Achievement of Central Texas, providing educational resources to teach financial literacy by local business and community volunteers that meet with over 16,000 area students each year.

    “We are so fortunate to have such a strong community here in Austin,” said Dave Swincher, president of Junior Achievement of Central Texas. “It was great to have so many runners, spectators, volunteers and sponsors come out and support our cause and what we believe in. This relay is making a big impact on the lives of students in Austin and it is important that we continue our efforts every year.”
    The race kicked off the start of the Austin Distance Challenge and covered 26.22 miles, divided into five relay legs.

    With 2,715 runners, this race ranks as the second largest stand alone marathon relay event in USA.

    The Silicon Labs Austin Marathon Relay is sponsored by Silicon Laboratories.  Additional sponsors include Humana, Third Rail Creative, News 8 Austin, Helping Here, Heineken Light, Hospira, State Farm, Aetna, Virgin, Papa John’s, American Airlines, Rockford, RunTex, Ranch Road and Waggener Edstrom Worldwide.

    For additional information on this event, please visit www.austinmarathonrelay.com.

    Pictures courtesy of Amy Melsa Photography

    28 September 2009

     

     

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