Medal Monday shares inspiring achievements from Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics, highlighting their progress and camaraderie in 2025. The blog features updates on new members, the unofficial leaderboard, Hall of Fame inductees, and personal stories from recent races, such as the Louisiana Marathon. Enthusiastic runners reflect on their experiences, challenges faced, and the joy found in community events. The announcement for the 2026 National Meet-Up in Ohio encourages participation and connection among members. Community support and shared journeys are central themes, fostering a strong sense of belonging and achievement.
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Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 13
Medal Monday highlights remarkable achievements from members of the Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics. Participants share their recent experiences at the Sydney Marathon and other races, emphasizing personal milestones, weather conditions, and course challenges. Many runners celebrated significant anniversaries and accomplishments, fostering a strong sense of community and support among runners.
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 12
Medal Monday showcases inspiring achievements from Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics members. Mihaela and Jules share their journey of completing over 500 races together, emphasizing community and support. Members recount race experiences across various locations, celebrating personal milestones and the joy of running with friends. They highlight health, adventure, and camaraderie in their passion.
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 11
Medal Monday highlights inspiring achievements from Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics members, showcasing their running journeys. Stories include Brigitte’s cautious run through a tunnel, Natalie’s transformation from a non-athlete to a marathoner, and others sharing half marathon experiences, personal struggles, and triumphs across various races. Community support plays a significant role in their success.
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 8
Medal Monday features inspiring stories from Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics, showcasing achievements like Karen’s hot Montana Marathon completion, Eddie’s camaraderie at San Diego, and Amy’s sub-4 hour finish at Fargo. Highlights include milestones featuring ultramarathoners, personal bests, and reflections on the joy of running and camaraderie in the community.
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 6
Medal Monday brings many stories of achievement for our members. Here are recent stories from the Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics, as told by you, as posted on the Marathon Maniacs/Half Fanatics Facebook pages. Nicole DeBord -(MM15101)- Not what most would consider doing when they think of a birthday gift to themselves, but it onlyContinue reading “Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 6”
10 Short Stories from Medal Monday First Quarter Recap
A first-quarter Medal Monday recap of member stories posted by Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics from January through March 2022.
10 Short Stories from Medal Monday Volume 20
Medal Monday Volume 20 collects 10 member stories, including Heather Broyles’ hilly Liberty Hospital Half, half 20 and the first of three halves in three weekends.
10 Short Stories from Medal Monday Yuengling Shamrock Marathon Weekend
Medal Monday from Yuengling Shamrock Marathon weekend in Virginia Beach, including Elizabeth Alvarez finishing a race that heated up fast.
10 Short Stories from Medal Monday Volume 18
Medal Monday Volume 18 collects 10 member stories, including LeAnn Saliga’s half and Dani Shown’s return to Myrtle Beach.