Medal Monday highlights various achievements from members of the Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics. Recent events featured include the Ventura Marathon and Cowtown races, alongside personal stories of triumph and perseverance. Notable individuals shared their experiences from completing marathons to overcoming challenges, showcasing the camaraderie and spirit of this running community.
Category Archives: Half Marathon
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 2
Medal Monday highlights recent accomplishments from members of the Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics communities, showcasing various marathons and half marathons completed by participants. Stories include unique challenges and personal milestones, illustrating the camaraderie and dedication within this running group as they celebrate their achievements across different races and locations.
From Disney to Napa: Carol Alvarez Brown’s Race Journey Continues
Carol Alvarez Brown shares her pride after completing her 10th half marathon in 14 months, motivated by her goal to qualify as a half fanatic. She enjoyed the race atmosphere despite congestion and technical difficulties. As she prepares for her next marathon, she looks forward to upcoming events like the Napa Half Marathon and OKC Full Marathon.
Conquering the Bermuda Triangle Challenge
Amy Seagroves completed Half Marathon #161 as part of the Bermuda Triangle Challenge with family. Despite challenging weather and hilly courses, the event featured beautiful scenery and strong crowd support. Roads were narrow, but overall, it was a fun weekend with great medals. Recommended for those near Boston or New York.
Running Through Bayou Bliss: Jennifer Clark’s Louisiana Marathon Adventure
Jennifer Clark shares her experience at the Louisiana Marathon in Baton Rouge, her favorite race. The event, featuring a 5k and half/full marathons, captured the vibrant Southern spirit of the area. Despite cold conditions, the race offered a spirited atmosphere with enthusiastic local support, aid stations, and unique stops along the course.
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 1
Medal Monday showcases the achievements of Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics members, highlighting various recent races. Members celebrate personal milestones, including completing numerous half marathons and unique experiences. From frigid conditions to memorable race moments, the community shares their passion for running and camaraderie while looking ahead to future events.
Málaga Milestone: Personal Best and a Year of Achievements
Jolanta Thorburn celebrates achieving a personal best of 2:00:12 at the Generali Half Maratón Málaga. This event marks her final race of 2024, concluding a remarkable year with 25 half marathons and 1 Marathon Major. Spain is now the eighth country where she has raced. She wishes everyone a successful 2025.
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 3 Chapter 22
Medal Monday showcases the achievements of Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics members, highlighting various recent races. Members celebrate personal milestones, including completing numerous half marathons and unique experiences. From frigid conditions to memorable race moments, the community shares their passion for running and camaraderie while looking ahead to future events.
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 3 Chapter 21
Medal Monday celebrates the achievements of Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics members, highlighting various recent races. Members share experiences from events like the Mayberry Half Marathon, NYC Marathon, and the Inaugural Las Vegas Marathon. Despite challenges, including weather conditions, enthusiasm for running and camaraderie shines through in these personal stories of accomplishment.
Fall Classic Half Marathon: A Flat, Fast Course and a Personal Victory
Randy Riley participated in the Fall Classic Half Marathon in Strongsville, OH, a flat and wide course perfect for all runners. He achieved a personal best time of 2:25:42, completing the second half faster than the first. Riley finished first in his age group, marking his 21st half marathon of the year.