Before races, the Marathon Maniac and Half Fanatic running family often captures a ‘Family Photo.’ They took a quick group shot during the Garmin Kansas City Marathon & Half Marathon in Kansas City, MO, on October 17, 2026. The tradition of these group photos showcases their camaraderie and the spirit of community among runners, as they gather at events across the nation. This particular moment was credited to Brian Johnson for both the photo and the social media post.
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Lightning, Rain, and 33.6 Miles at the Goose Bumps 24 Hour Run
Tim Mullican (MM7655) covered 33.6 miles at the Goose Bumps 6 and 24 hour run on Goose Island near La Crosse, Wisconsin. Early Saturday rain dumped 4.5 to 5 inches, and lightning closed the course for nearly five hours. No time was added back, and there was no medal. The run was the reward.
Buckle Earned: Brenda Folkerts’ First 100 at Ultra Fest
Brenda Folkerts (MM15695, DA3674, HF18068) finished her first 100-miler at Ultra Fest in Easton, Washington, a day she had planned for five years. Pacers, crew, and her husband got her to the buckle after doctors said rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and POTS would keep her from it. She is calling it one and done, with 100K as her new max while she works on 50 states.
Donuts, Trolls, and State 49 at the Boring Marathon
Debby Cannon (MM15148) ran the Boring Marathon for marathon #238 and state #49. A late flight meant she missed the early start, so she ran the double out-and-back mostly on her own, passing friends on the trail and hitting aid stations stocked with donuts, Goldfish, and candy.
Lifetime Half #267: Randy Riley at the Akron Marathon Half
Randy Riley(MM14470, DA3218, HF16432) – Akron Marathon Half today. I have run this race every year they’ve held it since the inaugural one (2009 I think). Akron is a surprisingly hilly city. My Garmin watch says we went 489 feet up during the uphill sections. Of course we came back down but in running, hillsContinue reading “Lifetime Half #267: Randy Riley at the Akron Marathon Half”
Back Where It Started: Ed Toews at the Queen City Marathon
Ed Toews (MM9501, DA3146, HF16852) returned to the Queen City Marathon, his first marathon back in 2012, and finished in 5:59, just inside the 6-hour cutoff. Mostly speed walking, a tight finish after a little back trouble, and a reminder that today was not the day he could not do this.
Goal Met at Altitude
Devesh Khatu (MM10488) finished the Ladakh Marathon, his 174th marathon and the highest he has run at 11,155 feet. He also hit his 2026 goal of 12 marathons in a year. Altitude made him about 25 minutes slower than Hyderabad two weeks earlier, but the weather was perfect, and he plans to go back for this race or one of their ultras.
First Medal Monday Triumph as Half Fanatic
Congratulations to Jennifer Saunders(HF18911) on completing her first Medal Monday as a Half Fanatic! Jennifer Saunders(HF18911)-“My first Medal Monday as a Half Fanatic! Had a great day at the Cypress Half Marathon in Cypress, TX. Ran into another Half Fanatic there! The weather was beautiful and it was a great race.” Photo and Post CreditContinue reading “First Medal Monday Triumph as Half Fanatic”
In Unity We Run Celebration: Even Splits in the PNW
Steve Walters completed his fifth marathon/ultra in four weekends at the In Unity We Run Marathon in Kent, Washington. Despite mixed weather and a sore hamstring, he maintained even splits of 2:20:27 and 2:20:43. With no upcoming races, he plans to rest for the next two weekends.
No Traffic, All Triumph: Why Cambridge Half is a Must-Run Gem
Amy Sea(MM15348, DA3652, HF18410) – Today I completed Half #197 Cambridge Half in MA!! Overall this was a nice race. It is a nice flat course with fall foliage and views of the Boston skyline across the river. The most fun part is running through the Harvard Football stadium. It is all on either closedContinue reading “No Traffic, All Triumph: Why Cambridge Half is a Must-Run Gem”