Congratulations to Jen “Stairmystress” Desideri (HF #380) for being a 2024 inductee into the Half Fanatics Hall of Fame. Jen completed her 333 lifetime half-marathon at the St. Petersburg Distance Classic in February. Congratulations and welcome to the class of 2024. The criteria to be eligible for the Hall of Fame can be found here Photo and PostContinue reading “Half Fanatics Maniacs Hall of Fame 2024 Inductee Jen “Stairmystress” Desideri (HF #380)”
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20 Tales From Medal Monday Volume 3 Chapter 5
Medal Monday highlights recent achievements of Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics members, showcasing their experiences at various marathons, including the Tokyo Marathon. Members share stories of personal victories, challenges, and camaraderie during their races, emphasizing the joy of participation and the unique adventures that accompany their running journeys.
20 Tales From Medal Monday Volume 3 Chapter 4
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. Congratulations to all of our members who ran this last weekend! Marathon maniacs/Half Fanatics Before the Cowtown Marathon/Half Marathon Marathon Maniacs/HalfContinue reading “20 Tales From Medal Monday Volume 3 Chapter 4”
Vineyard Ultra Marathon at Nashik Road
Sivabalan Pandian successfully completed four consecutive 50K ultra marathons at the Vineyard Ultra Marathon in Nashik, Maharashtra. Over four days, he logged 200K, achieving his first-ever completion of such distance within 80 hours. Supported by exceptional volunteers and an inspiring environment, he is now 226 marathons away from his goal of 1000.
20 Tales From Medal Monday Volume 3 Chapter 3
Medal Monday highlights remarkable achievements from the Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics. Members shared experiences from various marathons, including challenges faced and personal bests achieved. Notable posts include Dailyn Valdez’s disappointment with course conditions and Gysel Parajon’s time improvement despite rain. Fellow runners celebrated their accomplishments across different events.
Celebrating 300 Lifetime Half Marathons at the Surf City Half
Natalie Uyeno celebrated her 300th half marathon at the Surf City Half in Huntington Beach, CA. Although battling Stage 4 metastatic breast cancer slowed her down, she finished with support from friends celebrating their milestones. She cherishes the encouragement from her running community, reflecting on her incredible journey since 2017.
20 Tales From Medal Monday Volume 3 Chapter 2
Medal Monday highlights various achievements from Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics members, showcasing multiple races. Jackie James completed her first 25k of 2024 despite harsh conditions. Sameer Khurana faced slippery trails at the Coyote Hills Half Marathon. Others like Julia K Garling and Vicki Sue Merry celebrated personal milestones amidst diverse weather challenges.
Big Beach Half Marathon
Jennifer Clark reflects on her experience at the Big Beach Half Marathon in Gulf Shores, Alabama, which took place on January 28, 2024. She completed both a 7K and a half marathon in varying weather conditions, enjoying the nostalgia of the location, race organization, and post-race festivities, while planning to return next year.
Too Cold to Hold Half Marathon
Tiffany Kehoe’s experience at the Too Cold to Hold Half Marathon in Dallas was poignant. Despite facing challenges during the race, especially after mile 10, the supportive volunteers and pacers were instrumental in her success. The event, while modest, showcased a caring community, making it a memorable journey for participants.
I Just Leveled Up To Sun
Jen D’Italia (HF380) achieved Sun status after completing her 52nd half marathon in 50 weeks at the Carlsbad Half Marathon on January 14th. Since becoming a Half Fanatic in 2010, Jen overcame challenges from 2020, steadily progressed through levels, and now aims for her 300th half marathon in 2023.