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@DonnaS
Cary, NC Raving since 2018 50 States hopeful/finisher Running to Travel Active 5 months, 1 week agoAbout Me
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| Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result |
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| Des Moines Marathon | Half Marathon | Des Moines, IA | Oct 17, 2021 | 1:51:20 |
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Past Races (54)
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| Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon | Half Marathon | Richmond, VA | Nov 11, 2023 | 1:57:33 |
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| Albuquerque Half Marathon (ABQ Half) | Half Marathon | Albuquerque, NM | Nov 6, 2021 | 1:56:00 | ||
| Des Moines Marathon | Half Marathon | Des Moines, IA | Oct 17, 2021 | 1:51:20 | ||
| Circle of Life Run | Half Marathon | Lake City, MN | Jun 26, 2021 | 2:00:00 |
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| Hot Cider Hustle Omaha, NE | Half Marathon | Omaha, NE | Oct 27, 2019 | 1:54:00 |
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| Star Valley Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Thayne, WY | Jul 13, 2019 | 1:53:01 |
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| Seashore Classic 1/2 Marathon | Half Marathon | Lewes, DE | May 11, 2019 | 1:58:38 |
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| White River Marathon for Kenya | Half Marathon | Cotter, AR | Nov 17, 2018 | 1:57:31 |
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| Anchorage RunFest (Humpy’s Marathon & Skinny Raven Half) | Half Marathon | Anchorage, AK | Aug 18, 2018 | 2:01:00 |
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| Famous Idaho Potato Marathon | Half Marathon | Boise, ID | May 19, 2018 | 1:59:51 |
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| Marshall University Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Huntington, WV | Nov 5, 2017 | 2:00:55 |
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| Superhero Half Marathon & Relay | Half Marathon | Morristown, NJ | May 21, 2017 | 2:13:46 | ||
| Silver Strand Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Coronado, CA | Nov 13, 2016 | 2:06:46 | ||
| Boulder Rez Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Boulder, CO | Jun 5, 2016 | 2:13:17 | ||
| McKenzie River Half Marathon & Bring In Spring 5K | Half Marathon | Springfield, OR | Mar 27, 2016 | 2:02:32 | ||
| Dogtown Races | Half Marathon | Hurricane, UT | Feb 13, 2016 | 2:06:24 | ||
| Spearfish Canyon Half Marathon & 5K | Half Marathon | Spearfish, SD | Jul 11, 2015 | 1:55:28 | ||
| Frederick Running Festival | Half Marathon | Frederick, MD | May 3, 2015 | 1:59:48 | ||
| Dixville Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Stewartstow, NH | 2015 | 1:57:00 | ||
| Roller Coaster Race – Silver Dollar City | Half Marathon | Branson, MO | Oct 12, 2014 | 2:04:00 | ||
| All Women and One Lucky Guy Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Newburyport, MA | Sep 14, 2014 | 2:04:00 | ||
| Shipyard Old Port Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Portland, ME | Jul 13, 2014 | 2:08:00 | ||
| Allstate New York 13.1 | Half Marathon | Queens, NY | 2014 | 2:02:00 | ||
| Knoxville Marathon | Half Marathon | Knoxville, TN | 2013 | 2:07:00 | ||
| San Juan Island Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K | Half Marathon | Friday Harbor, WA | 2013 | 2:07:00 | ||
| Amica Newport Marathon (RI) | Half Marathon | Newport, RI | 2012 | 2:03:00 | ||
| Chicago Half Marathon & 5K | Half Marathon | Chicago, IL | 2012 | 2:07:00 | ||
| Yuengling Shamrock Marathon | Half Marathon | Virginia Beach, VA | 2012 | 2:07:40 | ||
| Newport Bay to Brews Half Marathon, 5K & 10K | Half Marathon | Newport, OR | 2012 | 2:03:00 | ||
| A2A Arbuckles to Ardmore Race for Mercy | Half Marathon | Davis, OK | 2011 | 2:35:42 | ||
| Missoula Marathon | Half Marathon | Frenchtown, MT | 2011 | 2:16:53 | ||
| Coastal Half Marathon & 5K | Half Marathon | Orange Beach, AL | 2011 | 2:15:08 | ||
| Gulf Coast Half Marathon – Gulf Shores, AL | Half Marathon | Gulf Shores, AL | 2010 | 2:32:50 | ||
| Madison Mini Half Marathon & 5K | Half Marathon | Madison, WI | 2010 | 2:15:01 | ||
| Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon | Half Marathon | Pass Christian, MS | 2010 | 2:32:50 | ||
| Kansas Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Lawrence, KS | 2010 | 2:06:01 | ||
| Bismarck Marathon | Half Marathon | Bismarck, ND | 2009 | 1:59:00 | ||
| Ole Man River | Half Marathon | Gretna, LA | 2009 | 2:07:02 | ||
| Traverse City Track Club Bayshore Marathon | Half Marathon | Traverse City, MI | 2009 | 2:00:37 | ||
| Run the Reagan | Half Marathon | Snellville, GA | 2009 | 1:59:49 | ||
| Fairfield Road Races | Half Marathon | Fairfield, CT | 2008 | 2:00:36 | ||
| Run Laughlin Half Marathon, 5K & 12K | Half Marathon | Laughlin, NV | 2008 | 2:07:06 | ||
| Evansville Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Evansville, IN | 2008 | 1:56:16 | ||
| Marathon of the Americas | Half Marathon | San Antonio, TX | Nov 11, 2007 | 1:59:19 | ||
| Covered Bridges Half Marathon | Half Marathon | South Pomfret, VT | 2007 | 1:59:43 | ||
| Naples Daily News Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Naples, FL | 2007 | 2:01:09 | ||
| Louisville Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K | Half Marathon | Louisville, KY | 2006 | 2:00:29 | ||
| Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Columbus, OH | 2006 | 2:06:39 | ||
| Valley of the Sun Marathon and Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Mesa, AZ | 2005 | 2:06:50 | ||
| Kiawah Island Marathon & Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Kiawah Island, SC | 2004 | 1:58:54 | ||
| Philadelphia Marathon | Half Marathon | Philadelphia, PA | 2004 | 2:00:31 | ||
| Long Beach Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Long Beach, CA | 2003 | |||
| Kona Marathon | Half Marathon | Kailua-Kona, HI | 2001 | 2:02:06 | ||
| Battleship NC Half Marathon | Half Marathon | Wilmington, NC | 2001 | 2:03:51 |
Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon 🏆
One of my favorite half marathons
Allianz Partners Richmond Marathon 🏆
This is a large race (around 18,000 for the marathon, half, and 8k), but it's well-organized. There are wave starts to help with crowding on the course, although there's still … MORE
This is a large race (around 18,000 for the marathon, half, and 8k), but it’s well-organized. There are wave starts to help with crowding on the course, although there’s still some crowding. The course only had some moderate but not steep hills and a downhill finish (some said it was too steep but I loved it). Spectator and volunteer support was the best I’ve seen at any race. People were lined up along most of the course cheering runners on. At the finish, we got a nice blanket and hat along with our medal. There was pizza and beer and some other foods you could purchase. We got a long-sleeve technical shirt and race bib at the expo before the race. I highly recommend this race!
Circle of Life Run
Not one of my favorite half marathons
Circle of Life Run
This is a small race so maybe it's not fair to compare it to bigger half marathons but still, there are more cons than pros in my opinion. The race … MORE
This is a small race so maybe it’s not fair to compare it to bigger half marathons but still, there are more cons than pros in my opinion. The race shirt was cotton and there were no AG awards (or any awards at all for that matter), no after race party, just water, bananas, and granola bars after the race. There were pretty much no spectators on the course. Now let’s get to the course specifics. It’s crushed gravel for a large portion but the gravel is large enough to make it difficult to get your footing, especially on the uphill portions. I struggled for a majority of this course because of the layout. I was not a fan and found this one of the most difficult half marathons I’ve ever run (this was my 50th half). It was far from my fastest finish time, but definitely not my worst either. This race just let me check off the box for my half marathon in Minnesota. If you’re a 50-stater, I’d say, try to find another race.
Hot Cider Hustle Omaha, NE
Fast, fun, half marathon
Hot Cider Hustle Omaha, NE
This race is mostly around Zorinsky Lake, which is beautiful in the fall with the changing leaves. There are some hills but they aren't awful. The medals are nice, the … MORE
This race is mostly around Zorinsky Lake, which is beautiful in the fall with the changing leaves. There are some hills but they aren’t awful. The medals are nice, the athletic pullover is really nice, and the hot cider and caramel apple at the finish were oh so good! Volunteers are plenty, as are water stations, but spectators are scarce. The race is well-organized.
Star Valley Half Marathon
Scenic course
Star Valley Half Marathon
This race began in a small park going downhill for the first 2 miles. The rest of the course was past farms and green pastures. There were plenty of aid … MORE
This race began in a small park going downhill for the first 2 miles. The rest of the course was past farms and green pastures. There were plenty of aid stations and a surprising number of people cheering runners on. The medal was ok as was the race shirt. We also got a draw string bag, water bottle, Hammer nutrition samples, and a sticker. Post-race food was rolls, mini muffins, bananas, orange slices, watermelon, water, and chocolate milk. This is a fast course and I got a PR. Wyoming was my 46th state for a half marathon.
Seashore Classic 1/2 Marathon
Scenic race mostly in state park
Seashore Classic 1/2 Marathon
This is a small race with little swag (a shirt and medal) but trophies 3-deep in each age group. Course was on crushed gravel through Cape Henlopen State Park and … MORE
This is a small race with little swag (a shirt and medal) but trophies 3-deep in each age group. Course was on crushed gravel through Cape Henlopen State Park and was scenic. Wind was brutal at times. Hotdogs, hamburgers, beer, and Bloody Mary’s at finish. Nice race!
White River Marathon for Kenya
Speedy, flat course
White River Marathon for Kenya
Well-organized, small-town race. The medal was huge and the long sleeve technical shirt was nice. The food at the finish was phenomenal (huge selection and variety). The downhill start followed … MORE
Well-organized, small-town race. The medal was huge and the long sleeve technical shirt was nice. The food at the finish was phenomenal (huge selection and variety). The downhill start followed by flat course helped me finish strong with a good finish time despite the fact I recently found out I’m anemic. Volunteers at aid stations were good. Zero complaints.
Anchorage RunFest (Humpy’s Marathon & Skinny Raven Half)
Not as scenic as I hoped
Anchorage RunFest (Humpy’s Marathon & Skinny Raven Half)
The vast majority of the race was on greenways, which is fine, but since I run all the time at home on greenways, I didn't find the course too terribly … MORE
The vast majority of the race was on greenways, which is fine, but since I run all the time at home on greenways, I didn’t find the course too terribly unique. Being an out and back course, the downhill at the start was great, but running uphill at the finish was not fun. The race was well-organized but this year was the last year for the race director. Hearing Bart Yasso and Jeff Galloway speak at the pasta lunch was great. The shirt and medal are seriously my favorites from any of the around 50 races I’ve run. Post-race showers at the nearby hotel fitness center was a nice perk since I had to check out of my hotel before I finished running.
Famous Idaho Potato Marathon
Fast, flat race
Famous Idaho Potato Marathon
The course began at Lucky Peak State Park and went through a canyon for the first few miles along the river. We were on greenways for a large portion of … MORE
The course began at Lucky Peak State Park and went through a canyon for the first few miles along the river. We were on greenways for a large portion of the race and the course was flat and pretty scenic. There were plenty of volunteer stations but not many spectators. At packet pickup we got our bibs and a cute potato-shaped pin that says Idaho on it. We got our shirts and medals after the race; both were cute and went along with the potato theme. There was also a potato bar at the finish with several toppings to choose from. There were bounce houses for kids at the finish area. The weather was perfect by my standards although it was breezy at the park and through the canyon. This was state number 42 for me!
Marshall University Marathon & Half Marathon
Fun small-town race
Marshall University Marathon & Half Marathon
This race was well-organized from start to finish. Packet pickup was quick and easy and included a technical shirt for half marathoners. The race was on-time and the course went … MORE
This race was well-organized from start to finish. Packet pickup was quick and easy and included a technical shirt for half marathoners. The race was on-time and the course went through the small town of Huntington. The parts along the river were the most scenic and my favorite. Crowd support was decent considering the size of the area. One of the most fun parts of the race was finishing on the stadium and being handed a football to finish with (and keep). The medal was nice but a bit on the small side. Food at the finish was hot dogs, hamburgers, potato chips, chocolate milk, cookies, bananas, and water.