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Madison Marathon: Madison, Wisconsin, November 12, 2023 – Marathon #37 This weekend marks the 8th week in a row that I’ve run a marathon, and let’s be honest—I’m feeling tired. With three more out-of-town marathons left to go in 2023, I can’t believe how quickly the year has flown by. Before leaving for Madison, I […]
MoreBuffalo Marathon: Buffalo, New York, May 28, 2023 – Marathon #18 What an incredible weekend, full of adventure, new experiences, and personal moments that will stay with me for a long time. Marathon number nineteen is officially in the books, and let me tell you—it was one of my favorite marathons to date. From the […]
MoreBrookings Marathon: Brookings, South Dakota, May 11, 2024 – Marathon #16 I knew from the start that this trip to Brookings, South Dakota, would be quick, with little time for sightseeing. However, I didn’t anticipate that the weather would give me a new definition of “blowing through.” I left Kansas City on Friday morning, ran […]
MoreNewport Marathon: Providence, Rhode Island, May 7, 2023 – Marathon #15 The journey to Providence, Rhode Island started off with a little hiccup. I almost missed my flight from Baltimore to Rhode Island because I was working and didn’t hear the boarding call. I was literally the last person to board the plane—something that has […]
MoreKentucky Derby Festival Marathon: Louisville, Kentucky, April 29, 2023 – Marathon #14 I just got back from an incredible race in Louisville, Kentucky, and I’m still buzzing with excitement! I was especially looking forward to this one because 21 runners from my running club, the Marathon Maniacs, were participating. Stefanie reached out to organize a […]
MoreNashville Marathon: Nashville, Tennessee, April 22, 2023 – Marathon #13 Anyone who knows me understands I’m a country girl at heart. I love all things country—especially the music and the vibe. But after running the Nashville Marathon, I may need to reconsider my love for the rolling hills of Tennessee! The trip started off eventful, […]
MoreIMT Des Moines Iowa Marathon: Des Moines, Iowa, October 16, 2022 – Marathon #3 This marathon was a real test of endurance for me, on several levels. First off, the last time I ran a marathon was in April of that year, and it had been a tough one. I had just undergone a major […]
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