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”
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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.
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.
Run Family at the Big Beach Marathon/Half Marathon
Before races, the Marathon Maniac/Half Fanatic Run Family enjoys taking a “Family Photo.” This tradition unites members at events nationwide. A recent photo was captured before the Big Beach Marathon/Half Marathon in Gulf Shores, Alabama, on January 28, 2024, showcasing their camaraderie and community spirit. Photo by Jennifer Clark.
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.
20 Tales From Medal Monday Volume 3 Chapter 1
Medal Monday highlights various achievements among Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics. Members share experiences from recent marathons, including the challenging Bahamas Marathon and the beautiful Louisiana Marathon. Celebrations include significant milestones, personal records, and appreciation for supportive communities, showcasing the dedication and camaraderie in the running culture.
Run Family at the Hawai’i Bird Conservation Marathon
Before we race, we like to do a “Family Photo” if we can. The Marathon Maniac/Half Fanatic Run Family can be found at races all over the country. They took a quick photo before the Hawai’i Bird Conservation Marathon in Hawaii on December 17th, 2023 Photo Credit Marathon Maniacs/Half Fanatics Facebook Pages
Finishing State 41 At the Honolulu Marathon
Randy Woodward (MM15271) –State #41 is completed.Very fun marathon. Terribly humid before the start at 5am. Turned terribly hot in the sunlight a couple of hourslater. Hearing reports of a few people that fell out from being overheated. Almost 30 thousand runners. Honolulu ranks as the 4th largest marathon in the U.S.There was no timeContinue reading “Finishing State 41 At the Honolulu Marathon”
Running the Vasai Virar Municipal Corporation Marathon in India
Congratulations to Sivabalan Pandian (MM13150) who recently completed the Vasai Virar Municipal Corporation Marathon in Vasai-Virar, Maharashtra, India on Dec 10, 2023. This was his 757th Marathon distance or longer. From Sivabalan, “Dear All , Successfully finished Vasai Virar Municipal Corporation Marathon on Dec 10, 2023.One of the best organized marathon in India with allContinue reading “Running the Vasai Virar Municipal Corporation Marathon in India”
Finishing 50 States for a Combined 13th Total Time
Congratulations to Glen Anderson (MM2674) & Karen Murray Anderson (MM8075, DA576, HF5492)- who finished another round of 50 states this past weekend at the Four Corners Quad Keyah in New Mexico. This is Glen’s 8th round of 50 states and Karen’s 5th round of 50 states. Congratulations! From Karen, ” Day 4 of 4 atContinue reading “Finishing 50 States for a Combined 13th Total Time”