Second Round of 50 States Complete

Congratulations to Elizabeth Schieferdecker for completing her second round of 50 states half marathons at the Mainly Marathons Independence Series in NY.

Run Family at the Red Island State Marathon

The Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics run family gathered for a pre-race family photo at the Red Island State Marathon in Warwick, RI on May 31, 2026.

Run Family at the Fargo Marathon Weekend

Before the race begins, the Marathon Maniac and Half Fanatic running family makes it a tradition to take a ‘Family Photo.’ This group was captured in a quick snapshot before the Fargo Marathon and Half Marathon on May 31, 2026, in Fargo, North Dakota. The photo highlights the camaraderie among runners as they gather nationwide for various races. The post and photo were credited to Toni Billups and Jacqueline Schreiver, showcasing their involvement in this vibrant running community.

Double Milestone Celebration: 800 Marathons and 50 States

Double milestone at the Mainly Marathons Prairie Series: Tim Mahler runs his 800th marathon and Pam Begnaud completes her 50 states half marathon journey.

Half Fanatics Sun Status Achieved: Mitch Montgomery Hits Milestone

Mitch Montgomery (HF18443) has achieved Sun Status in the Mainly Marathons Prairie Series on May 9, 2026. To attain this status with the Half Fanatics, runners must complete either 52 half marathons within a year or 30 half marathons across 30 different US states, countries, or Canadian provinces within the same timeframe. For more details on the criteria, visit the Half Fanatics website. Congratulations to Mitch!

Athens Ohio Half Marathon 2026 Race Report & Review

Randy Riley returned to Athens, Ohio, to run the half marathon 60 years after his first visit for Boys State. Starting downtown, the course includes a sharp downhill and transitions to a fast, gently rolling bike trail, finishing on Pruitt Field’s track. Despite battling a cold, he finished 596th of 727, being the oldest participant in his age group. His nephew designed the race’s medals and shirts, contributing to a memorable experience.

Dollywood Half Marathon 2026 Race Report: Winning at Dollywood

Sadie Smith recaps the inaugural Dollywood Half Marathon in Pigeon Forge: a joyful, friendly morning for a lifelong Dolly Parton fan with a few kinks.

Run Family at the Delaware Running Festival

The Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics run family snapped a pre-race family photo at the Delaware Running Festival in Wilmington, DE on April 19, 2026.

Danzig Maraton 2026 Race Report – Flat Course, Paving Stones & Windchill

Alexis Davidson walks the 2026 Danzig Maraton in Gdansk, Poland: a flat loop course with paving stones, chilly windchills and a 5:30 time limit to beat.

From Antarctica to Boston: My Miraculous, Painful 5th Boston Marathon

Lynne Kilirnr completed the Boston Marathon on April 20, 2026, marking her fifth marathon finish despite facing numerous challenges. After an underprepared Antarctica marathon due to a knee injury, she managed a miraculous finish at Boston, meeting the strict cutoff time. However, training setbacks continued with a hilly half marathon that exacerbated her knee issues. Despite significant pain during the race, Lynne persevered with the support of a friend, ultimately finishing before the deadline. She is now looking forward to the Cape Town marathon.

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