Lynne Kilirnr recently completed the Bad Bass half marathon, a challenging course featuring steep hills. To meet two crucial checkpoints, she started early, taking her time to enjoy the scenery despite suffering from sore knees and some toenail damage. Prior to the race, she had been helping her mother recover from a fall, which contributed to her own back pain. Ultimately, she enjoyed running alongside her friend Chau Smith and participating in the event after volunteering to help set up.
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44 Miles of Grace at the Mulberry Mile
Melissa Thigpen(MM11161, DA1293, HF9945) – Saturday Miles….Ultra Marathon #5 (Marathon or higher #12) (March 28, 2026)Saturday I ran the Mulberry Mile 12 Hour Endurance Race! I didn’t hit my goal 🥺💔 and I crashed 3x 😭🙄 but…..I did it! 😉💪🏽😁It was a cool start and very windy. We started with the Star Spangled Banner thenContinue reading “44 Miles of Grace at the Mulberry Mile”
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 15
Medal Monday showcases remarkable achievements from members of Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics. Recent highlights include Emil Cheng’s group for the REVEL Reno Tahoe, Dailyn Valdez’s Berlin Marathon completion, and various members celebrating personal milestones, overcoming challenges, and offering support within the running community. Community engagement and camaraderie shine through their stories.
Meet Half Fanatic 18919 Aman Jindal
Aman Jindal, a Yale MBA student, recounts his unexpected fitness journey starting from a simple gym visit in October 2024. Progressing from walking to running, he pushes himself to complete multiple half-marathons by May 2025. Each race teaches him about physical limits and personal growth as he prepares for upcoming challenges amidst career changes.