Eddie Hahn recounts his experience at the Devil After Dark marathon, detailing his training, race strategy, and challenges faced during the run. Despite physical setbacks, such as cramps and encountering a pothole, he triumphed, finishing first in his age group at 4:14, dedicating his win to family.
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Chasing Sun Status: A Half Fanatics Triumph
Dr. Bryon Solberg and Lisa Rice Seidel have achieved Sun Status at the Mainly Marathons Northwest Series. To qualify, runners must complete 52 Half Marathons in a year or 30 across various locations. Notably, this is Lisa’s 11th time reaching this status. Congratulations to both for their incredible accomplishments!
Meet Club Member: Sam Friedman
Sam Friedman, after completing 11 marathons, aimed to run in all 50 states to avoid training. However, a knee injury and heat exhaustion challenged him during various races. After recovery, he managed about 35 marathons yearly. He completed his goal at the 2017 Route 66 Marathon, feeling triumphant and aiming for a second round.
Chasing Stars: Devesh Khatu’s Sydney Marathon Adventure
Devesh Khatu completed his second Sydney Marathon, marking his 157th overall, with a strong race experience unlike his first in 2015. The event grew from under 5,000 to over 30,000 participants, featuring a scenic yet challenging course, excellent crowd support, and strong organization. Despite missing his 4:30 goal, he achieved his best time since 2024.
Meet Jay Gibson
Jay Gibson from Beaufort, South Carolina, MM# 1223.I ran my first marathon at the St. Jude Marathon in Memphis, TN, in December of 2005. I became a Marathon Maniac in 2008 after completing three marathons in three months: the Air Force Marathon, Chickamauga Battlefield Marathon, and Las Vegas Marathon.In 2013, I completed my first back-to-backContinue reading “Meet Jay Gibson”
Running Family Photo: Fanatic/Maniac Photo at the Mainly Marathons Alaska Series
Before the race begins, the Marathon Maniac and Half Fanatic running family captures a ‘Family Photo’ at events across the country. On August 7th, 2025, they snapped a group shot before the Mainly Marathons Alaska Series (Day 2) in Juneau, Alaska. Photo credit goes to Jennifer Clark.
Featured Club Member: Natalie Passmore
Natalie Passmore, once indifferent to athletics, transformed her life through running. Starting with a half marathon in 2014, she faced ups and downs until finding motivation in 2021. Now, a Marathon Maniac, she has completed 15 full marathons, lost 80 lbs, and inspires others with her determination and passion for running.
A Review of the San Francisco City Half
Amy Sea completed the San Francisco Half Marathon, opting for the city route due to a late start and desire for a relaxed pace. Despite high costs at around $200, she enjoyed the experience, noting scenic views, although some production issues occurred. She suggests other, less expensive races in California are equally worthwhile.
Meet Ietta Parrott(MM15646)
Ietta Parrott, who overcame struggles with addiction, found solace in running. After completing her first marathon in March 2020, she committed to running 12 marathons in 12 months across 12 states. As of now, she has run 52 marathons in 42 states, inspiring others to challenge limitations and pursue goals.
Meet Lea Reyes
Lea Reyes, originally uninterested in running, transformed her life through training for half and full marathons after escaping a traumatic marriage. Running has become her passion, helping her conquer depression, connect with a supportive community, and achieve personal growth. Now at 51, she aims to complete races worldwide and cherishes each moment.