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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”

At the Center of the Nation Series

Bryon Solberg (MM12350) Medal Monday.From my Birthday Week.Three new-to-me marathon states ( #23, #24, #25).Marathons 250, 251, and 252.**Nebraska: about half shaded trail and grass. A verypretty park. 🙂**South Dakota: W.W.W= Wet, Windy, and Without-warmth by a lake that I am sure is very pretty on a summer day.**Montana: by a very pretty lake onContinue reading “At the Center of the Nation Series”

Bear Lake Ultra

Tim Mullican (MM7665) Today was cool and colorful at the Bear Lake Ultra near Lapeer MI. The course was hilly and challenging, but the trails were mostly smooth with the exception of some small roots on the single track sections. I officially completed 34.1 miles with about 3,200 feet of total elevation gain. Photo andContinue reading “Bear Lake Ultra”

Journey of a 6-Star Finisher

Mikala Shremshock (MM7087, HF14614, DA2414) I started my running journey in 2010 with a 5k local race. I’m not even sure I knew what a marathon distance was at that point. Then some friends from my running community inspired (also known as peer pressured) me to start running more and longer and eventually to qualifyContinue reading “Journey of a 6-Star Finisher”

Run Family at the Chicago 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 and internationally. They took a quick photo before the Chicago Marathon on October 9, 2022. Photo Credit Bryan Anderson, Paul Maguire, Natan Edelsburg

Becoming a Marathoner in Chicago

Jolanta Thorburn (HF18464) What a great first Marathon experience! Everyone told me I would love this Marathon and they were right! The city views, the spectators in all different neighborhoods and the volunteers – this awesome city shows up for this Marathon.Thank you Chicago! You will forever hold a special place in my heart! ♥️Continue reading “Becoming a Marathoner in Chicago”

Becoming a Double Agent in Chicago

Katie Galvin (HF18478, DA3721, MM15882) Took a 26.2 mile tour of Chicago today😀 I’m glad that I didn’t second guess the tank and shorts combo because it warmed up quick, I even got suburned!! Thanks to Ray Furlong , Rachel Nass , and TriCia Cross for cheering me on and finding me on the course!Continue reading “Becoming a Double Agent in Chicago”

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