Runners participating in the 30th anniversary Marine Corps Marathon can commemorate the experience with a personalized MyMarathonDVD. Multiple cameras on the course will capture each participant's greatest moments from the anticipation of the start line, to the steady charge through the 10K, from the burst of energy at the half marathon mark to the look of determination at mile 23 and finally the joy of crossing the finish. The digital video cameras use data from the timing chips worn by all marathon participants allowing for precise isolation of a runner's on- course highlights.

"Runners can relive all the fun and excitement of their Marine Corps Marathon race for years to come, whether it is their first MCM or their 30th," said Rick Nealis, MCM Race Director.

Each runner's individual scenes are edited into a storyline including the best race highlights, scenic video, monuments, narration, music and even cheers from the crowd. Personalized titles display the runners name, race number, and split times on the screen whenever he or she appears in the video. Other features include a personal digital finisher certificate displaying the finisher's official results and animated course map.

"MyMarathonDVD is a fantastic way for runners to commemorate their 26.2-mile achievement on one of the most beautiful marathon courses in the world," said MyMarathonDVD Vice President Holly Huber. "With our patented high-tech system, we guarantee runners will see themselves."

DVD's are available for $49.95, and runners, family members or friends can record a free personal video message to be added to the DVD at the MCM Runners' Expo on October 28 and 29 at the DC Armory. Visit www.mymarathondvd.com/mcm.html for a sample video and order form.

The Marine Corps Marathon continues a combined tradition of dedication, sportsmanship and patriotism. Since its inception, over 300,000 civilian and military runners from all walks of life have participated, deservingly earning the event its nickname "The People's Marathon." The 30th Marine Corps Marathon will be held on October 30, 2005.

Visit marinemarathon.com for more information. For media information, contact Beth Cline, Marine Corps Marathon Public Relations Coordinator at (703) 432-1165, or e-mail. No federal or Marine Corps endorsement implied.