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.
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Bridging States and Limits: Race Report from the Mississippi River Marathon
Gysel Parajon shares an exciting account of participating in the Mississippi River Marathon, marking his 36th state completed. Despite starting strong and running faster than planned, he faced GI issues and cramping that slowed his pace. Utilizing a run/walk method helped him complete the race, and he was pleased to meet his goal time of 6 hours. He expressed gratitude to volunteers, race organizers, and supporters, highlighting the memorable experience and the scenic bridge over the Mississippi as a race favorite.