Blog and Podcast
The Marathon Blog
While Grandma’s Marathon is only one day a year, there is still plenty going on all 365 days from smaller events to planning for our favorite weekend of the year in June. Check back on the blog for stories from our Grambassadors, elite athletes, and behind-the-scenes looks from our staff.
Saint Fennessy 4K was a success! This year Grandma’s Marathon and the Young Athletes Foundation saw a record high in …
For anyone who has ever been a spectator at a marathon, you know that the excitement of the crowd when …
Many people know that my first “professional marathon” that I ran was the 2019 Grandma’s Marathon. Few people know, though, …
As a runner, being sidelined with an injury is the worst. There’s no doubt that spectating a race is an …
The start of a new year usually gives us an opportunity to reflect on our goals and aspirations. New Year’s …
Running has been a part of my life for almost as long as I can remember. In high school, I …



Gearing Up for Grandma's Podcast
Listen to inspiring stories from some our elite athletes, citizen runners, volunteers, and community partners leading up to Grandma’s Marathon race weekend.
Started in 1977 with only 150 runners, Grandma’s Marathon has grown into much more than just a 26.2-mile race along the shores of Lake Superior and now represents a celebration of community like none other for the communities surrounding the small town of Duluth, MN.
Our Gearing Up for Grandma’s podcast is brought to you with the support of Essentia Health, and Grandma’s Marathon is proudly presented by Toyota,
Members Cooperative Credit Union, and ASICS.