Guest Blog by Brenda Johnson Running can have a profound effect on a person’s life, not only physically, but psychologically and spiritually. We’ve all heard of the phrase “runner’s high.” But, do runners actually enjoy running? I have friends who will say, “if you see me running, you better run too as it means something […]
While we are excited to continue our traditions of giving back to our community, this year there are a number of new things to look forward to at our 30th running of the Community First Fox Cities Marathon Presented by Miron Construction on Sept. 17-19, 2021. Trucks for Participants and Kids – sponsored by Bergstrom […]
Guest blog by Tom Perri, Community First Full Marathon pacer My name is Tom Perri, and I will be pacing the 5-hour marathon group for the Community First Fox Cities Marathon. I was first introduced to the Fox Cities Marathon by Ron Goudreau and paced with him in 2008, and I also worked with Dean […]
Guest blog by Chris Rand, Thedacare Half Marathon participant My name is Chris Rand and I was told I would never walk again after falling more than 75 feet off of a cliff. Now, just one year later, I will be running the ThedaCare Half Marathon. Back in 2020, my wife and I set a […]
Guest blog by Amy Tegge, Community First Fox Cities Marathon participant “Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after the other.”- Walter Elliot My name is Amy Tegge. This year my mom, Katie Tegge and I will be running in our first ever, in-person full marathon in September. Crossing the […]
Guest blog by Julia Stoffel, Community First Fox Cities Marathon participant The ability to run is a gift. I love the connection I find while on a run, at peace, in my own head. The joy I find and can share with others. Running for me was therapy – therapy that I needed after an […]
Guest blog by Dave Bonson, Ascension 5K participant As a recent retiree, I’m looking forward to putting on my walking shoes more often. My name is Dave Bonson and I will be walking the Ascension 5K Run/Walk in the Community First Fox Cities Marathon Presented by Miron Construction. In the past, I have participated in […]
Guest blog by Brian Farmer – Half Marathon Competitive Walking Division My name is Brian Farmer, and I will be competitively walking in the ThedaCare Half Marathon at this year’s Community First Fox Cities Marathon Presented by Miron Construction. I have been a roadrunner my entire life. However, after I developed sciatic nerve pain and […]
Everyone is out enjoying the warmer weather and races are happening again. Whether it is a walking or running program, injuries can occur as mileage increases. Acute injuries are those that happen during an instance, like a sprain, muscle pull or heat related. Common overuse injuries in running or walking include pain in the knee, […]
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 […]
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