This year marked my eighth Grandma’s Marathon—and somehow, it feels like both yesterday and a lifetime ago that I crossed that finish line for the first time back in 2018. So much has changed since then. At the time, I was living in western Minnesota, a single mom training mostly

New Race, Same Love for Duluth   This was the first time in thirteen years that I didn’t run the half marathon at Grandma’s—well, except for that one time I ran the full, and the year I sat out due to a high-risk pregnancy. But this was the first time

A weekend of firsts! Even though this was my eighth Grandma’s weekend, there were so many firsts for me that made it feel like it was my first time.   ARRIVAL: Usually I’ve arrived Friday afternoon and this year I came in Thursday. This was great as I could participate

Grandma’s Marathon isn’t just a race.It’s a place where everyone belongs. As a Deaf marathoner, I’ve experienced firsthand how powerful true inclusion can be. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or soaking in the weekend, every story matters. Here’s mine. They say the third time’s the charm and at my

It was finally time to set out for Duluth, MN for Grandma’s Marathon weekend. My husband, Josh and I left Thursday morning for the almost seven hour drive. It was an uneventful drive, but I will say since I have been making the trip north on I-35, I am not

I ran my first ever Grandma’s marathon weekend event in 2015. Since then, I’ve experienced everything on race day from steady rain, to the dreaded black flag. This year’s race weekend was an eventful one, including new and adjusted start times. Even in June, Duluth weather can change drastically from

And just like that, another Grandma’s Marathon weekend is in the books — and somehow, each year finds a way to feel even more meaningful than the last. This was my fifth time up in Duluth for Grandma’s, and I went all-in. I arrived Thursday to experience every bit of

Exploring Duluth’s Parks When you visit Duluth for Grandma’s Marathon, you can’t miss the main attraction — Lake Superior, but just a few blocks from the lake are some not-so-hidden gems right in the heart of Duluth. Whether you’re traveling solo or with a family, it’s worth exploring some of