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.
Category Archives: Half Marathon
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.
Team Woody at the Richmond Half Marathon
The Richmond Half Marathon was a delightful experience for Woody Michaux, who enjoyed interacting with friends, petting dogs, and receiving fist bumps along the course. Special thanks were given to Mary Beth Hall and Amanda Scoville for joining, along with Pam Holland Hunter for providing Fireball. The running community’s support was greatly appreciated.
A Perfect Day at the Upstate Classic Half
Amy Seagroves recently completed her 156th half marathon at the Upstate Classic Half near Albany, NY. The race, organized by AREEP, features a scenic countryside loop. Though moderately attended, it was well-produced. Key points include limited aid stations and affordable entry fees, along with boxed lunches offering various dietary options.
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 3 Chapter 20
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.
Finishing Her Last Double Digit Half Marathon at the Scenic Ocean City Running Event
Katina Green (HF12236, MM15380, DA3564) MedalMonday…Knocked out my last double digit (#99) half marathon, at the Ocean City running event on Saturday. Participants were taken to the start line via shuttle buses from Ocean City, MD, to Assateague State Park, in Assateague Island. We headed out the park right away, ran over the Verrazano bridgeContinue reading “Finishing Her Last Double Digit Half Marathon at the Scenic Ocean City Running Event”
Disney Wine & Dine Race Weekend Adventure: 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
Scott Pearson enjoyed a weekend at Disney, participating in the Wine and Dine 5k, 10k, and half marathon. Despite challenging heat and humidity, he had a fantastic experience exploring the parks, savoring food, and witnessing the rapid holiday decorations transition. He also faced his fears by going on a thrilling safari.