Heather Zeigler(MM3086) – I had a blast pacing the 5 hour marathon at Sydney today!! Oh, and it was my 7th Star!! I loved ❤️ it!! #sydneymarathon #pacing #marathonmaniacs Photo and post credit Heather Zeigler(MM3086)
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7th Star in Sydney–Mid-Race Burger and a World Major Medal
Dana Pistole celebrates completing her seventh Abbott World Marathon Majors event, expressing gratitude for the support she received from Jan Morris Gronemeyer and her family during the race. Highlighting the sense of community, she appreciates her son’s gesture of providing her with a burger during the event. Dana also extends thanks to her donors from Smile Train, recalling a wonderful breakfast meetup the day before the marathon. She emphasizes the joy of these experiences as motivation to keep pushing forward.
Sydney Marathon 2026: Land Down Under Major
Julia K Garling reflects on her recent experience at the Sydney Marathon, emphasizing the power of desire and gratitude. Despite the challenges posed by the hilly terrain, she found joy in crossing the finish line among over 40,000 participants. This event, part of the World Marathon Majors, rekindled her love for marathoning after a brief training hiatus. Garling celebrates her journey, noting that marathoning mirrors life; the effort invested leads to fulfillment. With 349 marathons completed, she cherishes the memories created with friends and the lessons learned.
Six Star Finisher: Completing the World Marathon Majors at Boston 2026
Jolanta Thorburn began her marathon journey in 2022 with the Chicago Marathon. She went on to run additional marathons, including New York, Seattle, Tokyo, and Berlin, all while fundraising. In 2024, she completed the London Marathon and aimed to qualify for the Boston Marathon, achieving this goal in 2025. By June 2026, she completed her 50 states + DC challenge and crossed the finish line of the 130th Boston Marathon, marking the completion of the Six World Marathon Majors.
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 5 Chapter 7
Medal Monday showcases numerous inspiring achievements from Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics members, celebrating their recent race experiences across various locations. Memorable moments include heartfelt stories of runners returning after years, group photos at major marathons, and insights into each race’s challenges and triumphs. Participants express their gratitude for the running community, share finish lines, and recount unique experiences such as scenic courses and local festivities. Many look forward to future races, embodying the spirit of resilience and camaraderie within the running families.
Tales from Medal Monday – Volume 4: Complete Chapter Archive
This 2025 volume highlights the motivational achievements and experiences of Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics members. Through various chapters, it showcases their dedication, community spirit, and the enjoyment found in running, celebrating both significant successes and smaller victories. Each story reflects the essence of perseverance and camaraderie among runners.
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.
Sydney Marathon 2025: Pacing an Inaugural World Marathon Major
Paul Nigel Addicott (MM15822) – Sydney Marathon 2025 On 31st August 2025, I took part in the Sydney Marathon. This was the inaugural event as a World Marathon Majors, as Sydney joins: Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago and New York City as the 7th World Marathon Major. For many Marathon runners, who like to travel,Continue reading “Sydney Marathon 2025: Pacing an Inaugural World Marathon Major”
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 13
Medal Monday highlights remarkable achievements from members of the Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics. Participants share their recent experiences at the Sydney Marathon and other races, emphasizing personal milestones, weather conditions, and course challenges. Many runners celebrated significant anniversaries and accomplishments, fostering a strong sense of community and support among runners.
Tales From Medal Monday Volume 4 Chapter 7
The recent Medal Monday highlighted significant achievements within the Marathon Maniacs and Half Fanatics community. Members like Alexis Davidson and Brenda Folkerts shared inspiring milestones, such as completing 500 marathons and fostering community spirit. Many runners embraced challenges, pursued personal bests, and encouraged others, showcasing resilience and dedication to their passion for running.