Congratulations to Thomas Tan (MM335) who completed his second back-to-back marathons in a week: Roxbury Marathon in CT and Manchester City Marathon in NH. From Thomas, “Still sore from last weekend’s back-to-back (Indianapolis + Bowling Green), I paid for this one. My right Achilles started to hurt and I struggled to run. It was notContinue reading “Meeting a Legend on a Back to Back Marathon Weekend”
Category Archives: Profiles
Qualifying to be a Maniac
Congratulations to Anne Noble (HF16638) who recently completed the qualifications (again) to become a Marathon Maniac. From Anne, “Well, I’ve completed the criteria for bronze, for the 3rd time! I’m surprised no one has suggested something like 3 in 30 to be an option for silver. But whatever. I’m shooting for 🥇, now! Why doContinue reading “Qualifying to be a Maniac”
Richmond Marathon and Iridium
Billie Melanson (MM15841)- Really great race . Exceptional finisher swag included , medal, cap & a cool blanket ! race logistics, support and course layout excellent. Most participants used their finisher blanket post race to collapse on & finish out their tan … for race day was 76 degrees by 11am. I must give extraContinue reading “Richmond Marathon and Iridium”
Becoming a Double Agent!
Congratulations to JM Gabriel for becoming a Double Agent! A Double Agent is a member of both the Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics. From JM. “I’ve been a Marathon Maniac since 2014 when I completed 3 Full Marathons and a 50k Ultra in a span of 5 weeks. This year I just qualified as aContinue reading “Becoming a Double Agent!”
Welcome to the Marathon Maniacs Robin!
Welcome Robin Fults! (MM15901) Robin recently qualified to be a Marathon Maniac by completing 3 races in 57 days. From Robin, “Finished my 3rd marathon within 58 days this Saturday! Also my 7th marathon total so far! So psyched to finally join your ranks!! Hello fellow Maniacs! “ You can learn more about the criteriaContinue reading “Welcome to the Marathon Maniacs Robin!”
A Moment 16 Years In the Making
Congratulations to Kerri Haskins(MM1336, DA836, HF8724), She recently completed her 100th half marathon at the New England Half Marathon this past weekend in Concord, New Hampshire. From Kerri: “100 half marathons complete A great day 202 marathons last weekend at Baystate, today 100 halfs. 16 years in the making “ Photo and Post Credit Kerri Haskins
Pacing the Kentucky History Half Marathon
Glenn Richardson (MM14162, DA3076, HF16007) I had the pleasure of pacing the Kentucky History Half Marathon 2:45 group on Saturday. We had great weather with lots of sunshine. My watch and the mile marker signs were not in agreement and I ended up about 30 seconds too fast. I was able to encourage a runnerContinue reading “Pacing the Kentucky History Half Marathon”
The Prez Completes His 50 State Journey
Congratulations to Club President Steve Yee (MM1, HF1, DA1) who completed his 50 states journey this weekend in Detroit! Great job! Photo and Post Credit Steve Yee, Lorinda Hagstrom, Mark Janik
Marathon Maniacs Hall of Fame Class of 2022 October Inductee Shelly Mack
Shelly Mack has been inducted into the Marathon Maniacs Hall of Fame, recognized for her remarkable achievements as a distance runner, including numerous 100-mile races and hundreds of marathons. A consistent presence at Mainly Marathon events, she is celebrated for finishing the Vol State 500K. Welcome to the class of 2022!
Running Abroad in Berlin and London
Sue Landa (MM15825, DA3705, HF10009) Back from travels abroad! I completed the Berlin Marathon on September 25 and then the TCS London Marathon on October 2. Since it’s a Monday, time to show off the bling! I also received a third medal with the Wanda Age Group Champs. I know many of you were atContinue reading “Running Abroad in Berlin and London”