Greg Meyer (Right) Winner of the 1983 Boston Marathon stops by the Catholic Federal Credit Union Booth to visit with old friend, Bridget Looby. (MyBayCity Photo by O. J. Cunningham) Runners, Athletes Flock to 6th Annual Bay City Fitness Expo
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When it come to racing, Greg Meyer is a pretty famous guy.
Ann Gasta
Fitness Expo Director
But when it comes to the Bay City Michigan St. Patrick's weekend, Meyer says he's "just one of the guys."
Meyer had nothing but praise for the Expo and especially for Director Ann Gasta. "Ann just does a great job with both the Fitness Expo and the actual Al Kayner Race on Sunday," Meyer said. "I just love it here in Bay City for the St. Pat's weekend."
Meyer, the 1983 WINNER of the Boston Marathon was on hand to shake some hands and share racing stories with visitors to the 6th Annual Fitness Expo held Saturday at the Bay County Community Center in Bay City.
"I have previously run in the St.Pat's Race," Meyer said. Meyer went on to say that he had other commitments for 2011 and had to return to his home in Grand Rapids on Saturday. "Maybe next year," Meyer said.
Greg Meyer - 1983 Boston Marathon Winner
chats with Paul Barbeau of Midland
during the recent Fitness Expo
at the Bay County Community Center
in Bay City.
(MyBayCity Photo by O. J. Cunningham)
Fitness Expo Director Ann Gasta was just bubbling over with enthusiasm. "Look at all the people," Gasta said smiling. "It's great. We've got 16 GREAT vendors here for the Expo," Gasta said. "There's something here for everyone."
Impact Sound Entertainment emceed and supplied the tunes at the expo.
The following merchants & businesses were in attendance at the Fitness Expo:
Runners/Walker's were also able to pick-up their packet for Al Kayner's St. Pats 5K and 8K races at the Bay County Community Center during the Fitness Expo. Late registration on race day was also to be available.
(Above) It's Marty Schultz, Race Director from the Cheese Town Challenge. The Cheese Town Challenge is scheduled for Saturday, June 18, 2011 in conjunction with CheeseTown Festival Weekend in Pinconning. www.cheesetownraces.com
(MyBayCity Photo by Julie McCallum)
(Above) From Delta College, Clare Light and Lindsey Bourassa. Delta is celebrating their 50th anniversary!
(MyBayCity Photo by Julie McCallum)
(Above) Brad Elliott and Scott Hisler from NITE BEAMS displayed and demonstrated cutting edge LED safety products -- The first choice in safety products for runners.
(MyBayCity Photo by Julie McCallum)
(Above) Thousands come through the Fitness Expo at the Bay County Community Center to pick up there race packet. The Expo was held from 10AM to 3PM on Saturday before the St. Pat's Race in downtown Bay City.
(MyBayCity Photo by Julie McCallum)
(Above) AuSable Troutfitters, Flyfishing Guide with Capt. Todd Zwetzig
(MyBayCity Photo by Julie McCallum)
(Above) Team Beachbody was "In the House" with all the tools to improve athletic performance for any age
Team Beachbody
(MyBayCity Photo by OJ Cunningham)
(Above)CATHOLIC FEDERAL'S Bridget Looby and Bethany Dutcher smile for MyBayCity from their booth at the Fitness Expo.
(MyBayCity Photo by Julie McCallum)
Shirt design by Bellsmith Graphic Design & Promotional Concepts
(MyBayCity Photo by Julie McCallum)
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