Sadie Smith wins Steamtown in 2:52:31, becoming its oldest winner and adding her 44th sub-three-hour state on a rainy, memorable race day.
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Working Through a Tough Day at the Marine Corps Marathon
Gina Forestieri finishes lifetime marathon 49 at the Marine Corps Marathon, working through discomfort with her 50th marathon planned for New York City.
Joining the Half-Marathon Comma Club in Oregon
Victoria Carroll completes her 1,000th half marathon at the NW Series in Oregon on September 19, celebrating an extraordinary running milestone.
Pushing to the Finish at Navy Mid-South Half Marathon
Stefanie Holliday celebrates half marathon 71 with a 2:40:17 finish and fourth place in her overall division after seven months away from the distance.
From the PEI Half Marathon to Lighthouses and Local Food
Michelle Migneault Cox finishes half marathon 145 in her seventh Canadian province, then explores Prince Edward Island’s lighthouses and local food.
Mountain Views and Marathon Miles in Wyoming
Lea Reyes completes marathon 141 in her 32nd state in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, enjoying mountain views before exploring the Tetons and Yellowstone.
A Strong Start and a Sofia Marathon Finish
Alexis Davidson walks the Sofia Marathon in under 5:14, sharing course details, pacing strategy and observations about the 5:30 time limit.
A Cold Start & Brutal Hills at the Garmin Kansas City Half
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.
Charm City Finish: A 50-State Finale in Baltimore
Tonisia Billups recently completed her 50th half marathon in 50 states at the Baltimore Run Fest Half Marathon on October 17. Traveling from Jacksonville to Baltimore via Southwest Airlines, she stayed at an Airbnb and Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace, conveniently located near the start/finish line. Although the race started early at 9:30 AM, she had ample time to relax before running. Billups described the hilly course, emphasizing the constant uphill terrain. Achieving this milestone with friends, she finished the race in 2:43, celebrating her accomplishment.
Red-Eye to the Start Line: A Cape Cod Half Adventure
Tonisia Billups shared her experiences from the Cape Cod Half Marathon weekend, detailing her travel logistics amidst work commitments. She flew into Providence, Rhode Island, rented a car from Hertz after a delayed flight, and drove to Massachusetts for the Saturday race. Despite logistical challenges, she enjoyed the scenic coastal course, though it was open to traffic. After the race, she celebrated with clam chowder and an impromptu trip to Martha’s Vineyard, marking state #48. The overall experience was a mix of excitement and high-stress travel.