Kinomap is the official virtual training partner of the Life Time Chicago Half Marathon and 5K, offering the chance to complete the race route from anywhere in the world
CHICAGO, Octobre 2, 2025 – Kinomap, the leading interactive training platform for indoor fitness, is proud to announce its new partnership as an Official Sponsor of the Life Time Chicago Half Marathon & 5K, taking place Sept. 28, and the event’s exclusive virtual training partner.
As part of this exciting collaboration, the 2025 Virtual Life Time Chicago Half Marathon will be hosted on Kinomap in December, bringing the excitement of this signature Chicago race to runners, walkers, and fitness enthusiasts across the globe.
Real Race, Real Routes, Real Rewards
The official race route has been filmed during the Life Time Chicago Half Marathon and 5K on Sunday, Sept. 28, capturing the exact conditions of race day. These immersive videos will then be accessible on Kinomap, allowing participants to train or race on the event route virtually from their own treadmill, elliptical, or indoor bike.
In addition, participants in the Virtual Life Time Chicago Half Marathon on Kinomap will have the option to receive an official virtual finisher’s medal mailed directly to their door.
“This partnership allows us to extend the Chicago Half Marathon experience beyond city limits and across borders,” said Philippe Moity, CEO and co-founder of Kinomap “With Kinomap’s technology, anyone can feel the energy of the race, and still cross the virtual finish line with a real medal in hand. We’re excited to elevate the event and expand its reach globally.”
How to Participate
Train & Race Virtually: Download the Kinomap app and access the official Life Time Chicago Half Marathon & 5K routes.
Join the Event: The Virtual Life Time Chicago Half Marathon launches in December 2025.
Earn Your Medal: Complete the virtual challenge on treadmill, elliptical, or bike and receive the official finisher’s medal.
For updates, visit https://www.kinomap.com/
How to access Kinomap
Sign up now by downloading the Kinomap app and start your journey. The Kinomap app is available for both Android and iOS devices, and you can also find the Kinomap app on your smart TV: Android TV, Amazon Fire TV, Google ChromeCast or Apple TV. Just search for “Kinomap.”
About the Life Time Chicago Half Marathon & 5K
Sold out for 2025! The Life Time Chicago Half Marathon gives you the chance to run on traffic restricted Lake Shore Drive. This flat, scenic, fast course is the perfect setting for your next PR. Once you cross the finish line, half marathon participants will be greeted by a huge crowd of supporters and that famously large #ChiHalf finisher medal. Make September 28 a day you’ll never forget!
Learn more: https://www.chicagohalfmarathon.com/
About Kinomap
Kinomap is an interactive fitness platform that allows users to train on real-life video routes, synchronized with their fitness equipment. With thousands of videos covering routes from all over the world, Kinomap turns workouts into an immersive, interactive adventure.
More information: http://kinomap.com
Press contact:
Charlotte Berthelot
Head of Communications
Email: marketing@kinomap.net