Medal Monday showcases the achievements of members from Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics, highlighting numerous marathon finishes and personal milestones. Participants share their experiences from various races, including notable victories, challenges faced, and the joy of community support. Celebrations of personal bests and memorable moments abound in these inspiring stories.
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Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 8
Medal Monday features inspiring stories from Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics, showcasing achievements like Karen’s hot Montana Marathon completion, Eddie’s camaraderie at San Diego, and Amy’s sub-4 hour finish at Fargo. Highlights include milestones featuring ultramarathoners, personal bests, and reflections on the joy of running and camaraderie in the community.
Marathon Maniac/Half Fanatic Family Photo At Battle of Salado Creek Half Marathon
The Marathon Maniac/Half Fanatic Run Family often captures a “Family Photo” before races. On September 15, 2024, they gathered for a quick picture before the Willamette Valley Half Marathon & 10K in Salem, Oregon, showcasing their unity and enthusiasm for running across the country. Photo by Jolanta Thorburn.
Marathon Maniac/Half Fanatic Family Photo At The Mellow Trail Race Half
The Marathon Maniac/Half Fanatic Run Family gathered for a “Family Photo” before the GMS Queen City Marathon in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada on September 8, 2024. This tradition is cherished by the running community and reflects their camaraderie at races nationwide. The photo was captured by Lyndon Smith.
Run Family at the Texas Triple
Before we race, we like to do a “Family Photo” if we can. The Marathon Maniac/Half Fanatic Run Family can be found at races all over the country. They took a quick photo before the Texas Triple in Dallas, Texas over Memorial Weekend, May, 2024 Photo Credit Jennifer Clark
Too Cold to Hold Half Marathon
Tiffany Kehoe’s experience at the Too Cold to Hold Half Marathon in Dallas was poignant. Despite facing challenges during the race, especially after mile 10, the supportive volunteers and pacers were instrumental in her success. The event, while modest, showcased a caring community, making it a memorable journey for participants.
Running the Holiday Half
Jennifer Clark (MM15623, DA3643, HF16743) – Half marathons 261 and 262 are in the books!!We traveled to Fort Worth, Texas for the Holiday Double December 23 and December 24, put on by Cox Racing. This is the first year they have had marathons and half marathons, though they traditionally have a 5K and a oneContinue reading “Running the Holiday Half”
Celebrating 150 Half Marathons at the Inaugural Oktoberfest Half
Meghan O’Gorman (HF14020) – Medal Monday!Saturday was the Inaugural Oktoberfest Half in Irving, TX where I celebrated Half Marathon 150. Well organized and great after party. Temps were still in the mid 90s so it got warm quickly. The route was majority on a flat trail where I run on weekly, so I am veryContinue reading “Celebrating 150 Half Marathons at the Inaugural Oktoberfest Half”
Celebrating 100 Half Marathons at the Battle of Fredericksburg
Congratulations to Jorgina Sanders (HF16456) & Krista Shuler (HF18241) who both completed their 100th half marathon at the 2023 Battle of Fredericksburg 5k & Half Marathon in Comfort Texas this past weekend. Jorgina Sanders (HF16456) – “Half #100 was amazing…The race director outdid himself by making us banners with our names in them.” Krista ShulerContinue reading “Celebrating 100 Half Marathons at the Battle of Fredericksburg”
“Badass” Fanatic Pace Team
Before we race, we like to do a “Family Photo” if we can. The Marathon Maniac/Half Fanatic Run Family can be found at races all over the country. They took a quick photo before the Badass Texas Half Marathon in Waco, Texas on May 28, 2023. The Half Fanatics were the pace team for theContinue reading ““Badass” Fanatic Pace Team”