Congratulations to Ed Childress, our Maniac/Fanatic Austin Ambassador, for completing his 250th marathon at the Star Racing Granite Marathon in Nashua, NH. This milestone highlights his dedication and passion for running. Photo and post credit to Jc Santa Teresa.
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Tough Ruck 26.2 Boston: Honoring the Fallen
Brian Johnson participated in the Tough Ruck event on April 20, 2025, honoring fallen service members from his National Guard unit. After a long drive from Columbus to Boston, he completed the 26.2-mile course while carrying names of the deceased. Despite the pain, he expressed a desire to participate again for the cause.
From Iridium to Ruthenium: Olivia Medina’s 13-State Marathon Triumph
Olivia Medina (MM7842) has achieved the Ruthenium Maniac Level by completing 13 marathons in 13 states within a year. Upon logging into her Maniac profile, she recognized her advancement from 4-Star Iridium to 5-Star Ruthenium Maniac. Congratulations to Olivia for this impressive accomplishment!
Boston Marathon Conquered: Gregory Rouson’s Six Star Medal Celebration
Gregory Rouson celebrates completing his 26th lifetime marathon and finishing the Boston Marathon, marking his achievement in the Abbott World Marathon Majors Six Star Medal Challenge. He describes the Boston course as the toughest of all majors, appreciating the immense crowd support. Despite a long journey, he finds it rewarding.
Conquering All 50 States with a Half Marathon Finale in Hawaii
Jen D’Italia (HF 380) celebrated completing her journey of running half marathons in all 50 states at the Hapalua Half Marathon in Hawaii on April 13, 2025. Starting in 2010, she pursued this goal passionately, overcoming setbacks, and ultimately finished strong, now focusing on enjoying running without specific goals.
Featured Club Member: Gregory Rouson
Gregory Rouson serves as the regional ambassador for the Washington DC Metro Area. He began running marathons in 2013, initially intending only to race half marathons. Rouson completed the 50 States Half Marathon Challenge by 2021 and aims to achieve his final Abbott World Marathon Majors star at the Boston Marathon.
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 4
Medal Monday showcases inspiring achievements from Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics. Members share stories of completing multiple marathons across states, personal milestones, and camaraderie in their running journeys. Highlights include Karen Murray’s transformation into a 50-stater and achievements of others like Jennifer Clark and Gysel Parajon, celebrating continuous dedication in running.
Running Family Photo: Maniacs & Fanatics Before the Mainly Marathons Gulf Coast Series Day 3
Before starting a race, the Marathon Maniac and Half Fanatic running family takes a ‘Family Photo’ whenever possible. They captured a group shot before the Mainly Marathons Appalachian Series Day 3 in Macon, Georgia, on March 22, 2025. Photo credited to Jennifer Clark.
2025 Half Fanatics Hall of Fame Inductee Elizabeth Schieferdecker
Elizabeth Schieferdecker HF# 5013 has been inducted into the Half Fanatics Hall of Fame for 2025. She achieved eligibility by completing 51 or more half marathons per year for three consecutive years. Congratulations to her on this distinguished honor and welcome to the class of 2025!
Conquering 100 Miles – A Journey of Grit and Gratitude
Claire Gladstone recounts her challenging journey during a 100-mile race in Phoenix. Despite a late start, blister issues, and fatigue, she persevered after a brief sleep break. With just minutes remaining, she completed the race, expressing gratitude for her friends, support team, and the experiences that fueled her determination.