Author Archives: Amanda Secor

Congratulations to our USI Spirit Challenge Winners!

Posted on Dec 1, 2021, by

Here to Cheer! When our participants needed it the most, our volunteers participating in the USI Spirit Challenge delivered. Whether through a cheer, dance or silly costumes at a water station, they brought encouragement, laughter and joy. Many times, it was exactly what our runners needed to keep going. Here’s some of what they had […]

Congratulations to marathon, half marathon & relay marathon winners!

Posted on Sep 19, 2021, by

The winners of the Community First Fox Cities Marathon Presented by Miron Construction are as follows: Full Marathon (Men) Name City, State Time 1st place Matt Kasten Harrison, Wis. 2:41:35 2nd place Michael Friedman Minneapolis, Minn. 2:49:23 3rd place Zach Ziesemer Merrill, Wis. 2:59:49 Full Marathon (Women) 1st place Elizabeth Bulat Turner Atlanta, Ga. 3:13:35 2nd place Katie Renz Appleton, Wis. […]

Congratulations to 10K & 5K Winners!

Posted on Sep 18, 2021, by

The winners of the SCHEELS 10K, part of the Community First Fox Cities Marathon Presented by Miron Construction, are as follows: 10K (Men) Name City, State Time 1st place Jace Galley Neenah, Wis. 00:33:08 2nd place Ryan Eggert Neenah, Wis. 00:39:26 3rd place Bennett Krueger Appleton, Wis. 00:40:13 10K (Women) 1st place Kristin Dunsirn Greenville, Wis. 00:43:39 2nd place Alison Ellis Greenville, […]

Summer Safety Tips for Parents

Posted on Jul 30, 2021, by

Summer is a time for many families to enjoy fun activities outdoors. Whether you have a toddler or school-aged kids out on summer break, knowing how to protect your children during the hot, sunny months can be challenging and a bit overwhelming Below are helpful tips for kids’ safety. Most apply to adults, too. Practice […]

Running & walking for mental health

Posted on May 30, 2021, by

Mental health is plain and simple – it’s how we think, feel, and act. By that definition, we all have mental health! When we are mentally healthy, we have the ability to feel, express, and manage emotions – both pleasant and challenging. We can support good mental health by caring for ourselves consistently. But what […]

May Course Connection

Posted on May 27, 2021, by

The May Course Connection features: Prices increase June 1 for Saturday & Sunday in-person races – Register Today Medals and shirts celebrate the 30th running of the Community First Fox Cities Marathon Training Runs begin this weekend on Saturday Sign up your school or business and win! Sponsor Spotlight: Orthopedic & Sports Institute of the Fox Valley Get […]

April Course Connection

Posted on Apr 30, 2021, by

The April Course Connection features: Race Update: In-person spots filling fast & prices increase June 1, Virtual now open. Save the date: May 21-23 kickoff weekend for training Information Join the Amcor Business Challenge: Is Your Team up to the Challenge? Join the McCain School Challenge: Bond as a school while focusing on health & […]

Fueling for Marathoners & Half Marathoners

Posted on Apr 29, 2021, by

Exercise and nutrition go hand in hand, and training for a marathon or half marathon is no different. Proper fueling can make or break your training program and race day success. Nutrition will impact how well you recover, how well you adapt and how well you perform in your workouts and on race day. Recovery […]