Runners in today's Brooklyn Half-Marathon, organized by the New York Road Runners Club (and sponsored by Continental Airlines) got their start in Prospect Park at 8am.

In response to the forecast of warm race-day conditions, runners were advised to be cognizant of heat tips in preparation for the event, and to wear
hats and sunglasses during the race.

The newly designed route begins in the Park, goes to the Prospect Expressway, to Ocean Parkway and ends on the Coney Island Boardwalk.

More than 6,000 runners signed up for the race making it the biggest Brooklyn Half-Marathon ever. 

The race is part of the NYRR Half-Marathon Grand Prix, one race in each borough of New York City.

Photos by Tom Martinez