Medal Monday brings success stories from Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics members. From struggling through hills and humidity to celebrating milestone finishes, members stand out in various events. They conquer challenging races, battle the elements, and triumph in marathons and half marathons across different locations, always striving for more.
Category Archives: Half Marathon
Amy Seagroves Completes Half Marathon #148 at the Beneva Montreal Half
Amy Seagroves completed the Beneva Montreal Half in Quebec, marking her progress in the Canadian Provinces series. The race featured about 10,000 half-marathon participants and a mostly flat, scenic city course. She encountered some small hills and met the Montreal Canadiens mascot, despite their rivalry with Boston. Highly recommended for city race enthusiasts.
Brenda Bonnie Shines at Hometown Half Marathon – Tulsa
Brenda Bonnie- (HF14979)– LTHM #15- I did the Hometown Half Marathon -Tulsa this weekend, and I’m really digging the Bodies Race Company races. And how back of the pack friendly they are, and look at that medal!!!! I was the volunteer turtle for this one. ( PS they give you free races for volunteering!!) MyContinue reading “Brenda Bonnie Shines at Hometown Half Marathon – Tulsa”
Gina Forestieri Triumphs at Groom Creek Classic
Gina Forestieri completed the first half of the Groom Creek Classic in Prescott, AZ, earning first place in her age group. Although slower than usual due to challenging elevation and terrain, she successfully navigated the race. Gina noted the need for better hill training for future half marathons.
Amy Seagroves Completes Double Weekend: Bird-in-Hand Half and Fast Racefaster Half
Amy Seagroves completed two half marathons over the weekend. The Bird-in-Hand race in PA featured a beautiful course through Amish country with farm animals and a vegetarian-friendly picnic. The Racefaster Half in NJ was a no-frills event with basic aid stations, but offered good running conditions. Overall, both races provided unique experiences.
Jennifer Clark Celebrates Half #300 at Fun-Filled Beat the Blerch Half!
Jennifer Clark (HF16743, DA3643, MM15623)– Half # 300 is in the books!!!Saturday morning I ran Beat the Blerch Half in Carnation WA just outside of Seattle. Seattle/Black Diamond is where my oldest son and family live.We had heard this was a fun race and our son had done it a year before. So, we signedContinue reading “Jennifer Clark Celebrates Half #300 at Fun-Filled Beat the Blerch Half!”
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 3 Chapter 16
Medal Monday brings success stories from Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics members. From struggling through hills and humidity to celebrating milestone finishes, members stand out in various events. They conquer challenging races, battle the elements, and triumph in marathons and half marathons across different locations, always striving for more.
Nebraska State Fair Half Marathon
Michelle Migneault Cox completed her 124th half marathon at the Nebraska State Fair Marathon. Despite walking most of the last 3-4 miles, she did better than expected and enjoyed the fair after the race. She aims to improve her time, as her past results show. Michelle also witnessed the birth of baby animals at the fair.
Pro Football Hall of Fame Half Marathon
August 25, 2024; Randy Riley (MM14470, DA3218, HF16432) – Pro Football Hall of Fame Half Marathon Canton OH. The race begins inside the Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium so I did my warmup run back and forth between the goalposts. How fun is that! I saw Laurie Weiner both at the start and theContinue reading “Pro Football Hall of Fame Half Marathon”
Rapid City Half Marathon
Mannetta Piggee participated in the Rapid City Marathon, finding convenience in staying at Microtel and utilizing hotel points. The race course, although initially confusing, offered a shaded finish area, but the heat proved challenging. Mannetta suggested improved parking arrangements, preferring to avoid shuttling. Despite this, the experience connected her with inspiring fellow runners.