Run as One 4M Presented by JPMorgan Chase

Run as One 4M Team Preparation Guide

Event Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026

For more information on Race Details, visit the official NYRR Run as One 4M page.

1. Key Race Times

• Race Start: 8:30 AM
• Bib Pickup (if not done already): 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM at Race-Day Central (near the Naumburg Bandshell).
• Bag Check: 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM.

2. Logistics & Carpool

• Departure Point and Car Pool

Car A: 乐天，Edison

1. Mark (红色迷你司机）
2. 小松球
3. Kristina

Car B: 乐天，Edison

1. 兆华（司机）
2. 潘正祥 （backup司机）
3. 薛哥
4. 田虹
5. 叶晓鸣（回程）

Car C: 桥水 Duke Island Park

1. 德东（司机，不过结束后可能留下来见朋友[Lol]）
2. 叶晓鸣（去纽约）

Car D: 乐天，Edison

1. 童刚 （司机）
2. Curtis
3. Matt
4. 曼菁

啦啦：

1. Mark
2. 兆华

• Leaving Time: 6:00 AM. The drive is about 50–60 minutes, but you need time for parking, walking into the park, and bathroom lines.
• Car Pool Drivers: Mark, 兆华, 德东, 童刚
• Gas/Toll Contribution: The suggestion is $20 per athlete round-trip or $10 one-way paid to the driver to share the cost of the tolls, gas, congestion fee, parking, etc.

3. Parking in NYC

• Suggested Area: Street parking is often available on the Upper East Side (between 5th Ave and Lex, 60s–80s streets) on Sunday mornings, but it fills up fast.
• Paid Garages: Use apps like SpotHero to reserve a spot in advance near 5th Ave & 72nd St to avoid stress.

4. Group Gathering & Photo

• Meeting Point: Eagle and Prey Statue near the Bag Check
• Photo Time: 7:45 AM. Team Flag: Who is responsible for bringing the “Love to Run” flag?

5. The Course Map (4-Mile Inner Loop)

• Start: East Drive near 69th Street (heading North).
• The Hills: Prepare for “Cat Hill” in Mile 1 and rolling hills on the West Side.
• Finish: 72nd Street Transverse (near Bethesda Terrace).
• Elevation: It’s a net-downhill finish—save some energy for a strong kick!

6. Race Strategy for Beginners

• Corrals: Enter your corral 15–20 minutes before the start.
• Pacing: Don’t start too fast on Cat Hill! Aim for a steady effort.

7. Facilities & Fuel

• Bathrooms: Large banks of port-a-potties are at Race-Day Central and near the start corrals. Expect 15+ minute lines.
• Breakfast: Eat your bagel and peanut butter 2 hours before (around 6:30 AM in the car).
• Hydration: Water and Gatorade are provided at Mile 2 and the finish.
• Is Gel Needed? For a 4-mile race, gels are usually not necessary for energy

8. Post-Race Gathering

• Meeting Spot: Once you get your recovery bag (bagel, apple, water), meet back at the Team Flag at the Eagle and Prey Statue near Bag Check area.

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Others:

• NYRR App: Cheer leaders please download the NYRR app so you can track our athletes
• Check the Weather: Current weather forecast for April 12th in Central Park is 48°F (perfect)
• Emergency Contact: Make sure everyone has at least one other teammate’s WeChat contact or phone number saved. Especially the contact number for the carpool driver.
• 9+1 Credit: this race counts toward the “9+1” program if you are aiming for the 2027 NYC Marathon.