Epic Week on the Run: Summer Camp Series to Rapid City Half

Eileen Duchane completed the Mainly Marathons Summer Camp Series, running the Maah Daah Hey Trail Run Half and the Rapid City Half. She enjoyed both courses, recommending trail running and hydration. The Rapid City course featured beautiful parks but was hot, highlighting the need for water early on. She met fellow fans at the finish.

Running Family Photo: Fanatic/Maniac Photo at the Bridge of the Gods Half Marathon

Before hitting the starting line, we always try to snap a ‘Family Photo’ when possible. The Marathon Maniac and Half Fanatic running family—spotted at races nationwide—grabbed a quick group shot ahead of the Bridge of the Gods Half Marathon in Cascade Locks, Oregon on August 3, 2025 Photo Credit Bridge of Gods Half Marathon

Running Family Photo: Fanatic/Maniac Photo at the Jack n Jill Downhill Half Marathon

The Marathon Maniac and Half Fanatic community captured a ‘Family Photo’ before the Jack n Jill Downhill Half Marathon in North Bend, WA, on July 26th, 2025. This tradition of group photos aims to commemorate their shared passion for running at various races across the nation. Photo by Gregory Rouson.

Tackling the Glacier Half Marathon

Brenda Folkerts(MM15695, DA3674. HF18068) – Glacier Half MarathonHalf Marathon #91State #10One of the harder half marathons I’ve done! Beautiful course, but not great logistics with getting to the start line and the large amount of time standing around in the cold with no shelter. Found lots of new friends to huddle together with. Photo andContinue reading “Tackling the Glacier Half Marathon”

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.

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