This weekend, I participated in the Garmin Kansas City Marathon after months of anticipation. Arriving from Columbus, I spent Friday exploring local attractions, including the American Jazz Museum. On race day, cold temperatures and challenging hills influenced my decision to skip the full marathon, feeling unprepared due to recent health issues. Despite this, I enjoyed reconnecting with running friends. My return flight faced significant delays, but Southwest kindly changed my itinerary, allowing me to arrive home five hours early. This marks my 33rd half marathon, with Missouri being my thirteenth state.
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Run Family at the Galloping Gertie Half Marathon
Before the race, the Marathon Maniac and Half Fanatic running family captured a ‘Family Photo’ at the Galloping Gertie Half Marathon in Gig Harbor, WA, on August 1, 2026. This group shot, taken to commemorate the moment, highlights their camaraderie and shared passion for running, as they are often seen at races across the country. The post is credited to Gregory Rouson, who shares this memorable experience with fellow enthusiasts.
Cap City Half Marathon Weekend 2026: Running for Fun with the Half Fanatics
Brian Johnson shares his Cap City Half Marathon weekend, running for fun instead of pacing and helping host a Half Fanatics run club meet-up in Columbus.