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Volunteers Needed for Grandma's Marathon 2013

Laura Peterson — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:34:16 +0000

We’re just over a month away from the 37th Grandma’s Marathon. Wow, already? There was just snow on the ground a week ago! If you love the atmosphere of marathon weekend, but haven’t trained and only run when necessary–you’re not alone. And you can still be a part of this amazing weekend. Grandma’s Marathon is [...]

Registration Now Open for the Park Point 5-Miler

Laura Peterson — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:20:56 +0000

Need a race that keeps you running…AFTER Grandma’s Marathon weekend is over? Registration is now open for northern Minnesota’s oldest road race! The 42nd annual Park Point 5-Miler is scheduled for Friday, July 19, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The Park Point 5-Miler will be a great event for the whole family, with youth races for [...]

Saturday's Fitger's 5K Results and a Course Record Broken

Laura Peterson — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 18:33:48 +0000

It was a cold morning, and there was plenty of fresh snowfall, but the Fitger’s 5K still went on strong, and with a course record broken in the process. Minneapolis native Joe Moore, 29, set a course record and claimed the men’s division title at Saturday’s 24th annual Fitger’s 5K, finishing in 14 minutes, 53 [...]

Despite the Record Snowfall, Fitger's 5K is Still Happening Tomorrow

Laura Peterson — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 16:54:35 +0000

Despite the fact that Duluth broke the old record set in 1950 (31.6 inches of snow) for April snowfall the show (show meaning the Fitger's 5k) must go on!

Even with the new record amount of snow, the annual 5k through downtown is continuing.

Downtown Duluth Detours for Fitger's 5K on Saturday

Laura Peterson — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 22:58:05 +0000

If you’re going to be out and about on Saturday morning (April 20th) you should be aware of these detours through downtown due to the 24th Annual Fitger’s 5K. The Duluth Police Department has issued this Traffic Advisory: Beginning at 8:30 a.m. traffic will be diverted from portions of Superior Street in Downtown Duluth, Lake [...]

Officials From Grandma's Marathon React to the Explosions at the Boston Marathon

Nick Cooper — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:14:04 +0000

In response to the tragic explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon leaving at least 3 dead and injuring at least 130, the staff of Grandma’s Marathon in Duluth has issued the following statement: “On behalf of the Grandma’s Marathon staff and board of directors, we are extremely saddened by the tragedy at [...]

Grandma's Marathon's William A. Irvin 5K Registration Opens March 14th

Laura Peterson — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:56:29 +0000

Want to take part in Grandma's Marathon Weekend's shortest race? Registration for the William A. Irvin 5K will open to the first 1,900 registrants on Thursday, March 14th. Last year the race reached capacity in about a month, so if running this race is on your list register as soon as you can!

Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon Lottery Registration Begins Monday

Laura Peterson — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 23:08:01 +0000

Half Marathon Runners! Registration for Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon begins Monday, Feb. 11. The race entry process is conducted through a lottery in which 6,300 participants will be randomly selected.Beginning Monday and continuing through Feb. 22, registration will be available at www.GrandmasMarathon.com for all half-marathon hopefuls. Lottery entrants can submit their registration anytime during the [...]

Time is Running Out to Save Money on Your Grandma's Marathon Entry

Laura Peterson — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 22:11:28 +0000

If you’ve been putting off getting registered for Grandma’s Marathon (we’re less than 5 months away!) you should think about getting it in soon! Runners registering for the 37th Grandma’s Marathon field have through Thursday to enter the race at a reduced cost. On Feb. 1, the current entry fee of $90 increases to $95. [...]

Getting Fit for the New Year? Registration is Open for the 2013 Fitger's 5K Run & Walk

Laura Peterson — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 21:53:06 +0000

If you've promised yourself you'd get into shape in 2013--here's the perfect race for you! Registration is open for 2013's Fitger's 5K on April 20th. Plenty of time to hit the gym and train to run or walk the 3.1 mile race. Or maybe you like to have a few races under your belt before Grandma's Marathon in June. Sign up now, because registration for this popular race fills up fast!

Registration Now Open for the 2013 Fitger's 5K Run and Walk

Laura Peterson — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 19:23:05 +0000

Registration is now open for the 2013 Fitger’s 5K Run & Walk, scheduled for Saturday, April 20. The Fitger’s 5K field is limited to the first 1,800 entrants – a registration cap that was reached one month prior to the 2012 race. To sign up for the 24th annual event, runners and walkers should log [...]

Early Registration Discount Extended for 2013 Grandma's Marathon

Laura Peterson — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 15:21:46 +0000

If you’re thinking about getting registered for the 2013 running of Grandma’s Marathon–good news! The early registration discount has been extended until October 31st! Save money while you can! The 37th running is set for Saturday, June 22nd at 7:45 a.m. The 26.2-mile race is limited to the first 10,000 participants. After the early registration [...]

Your Grandma's Marathon Stories Wanted for Book Project

Laura Peterson — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 17:32:04 +0000

Grandma’s Marathon is partnering with marathon enthusiast and business owner Bob Strommen on a book project for release prior to the 2013 marathon. The preliminary working title is “When Will it Get Fun? – Running for a Lifetime or a Lifeline? A Look at Life, Love and Leadership.” Grandma’s Marathon runners and followers (like you)are [...]

Last Day to Save Money on Grandma's Minnesota Mile Registration!

Laura Peterson — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 17:25:31 +0000

Today is the last day to save on your entry fee for Sunday’s Minnesota Mile. At the end of today, the $20 fee ends and so does online registration. For $25 late registration, you must sign up in person at Fitger’s Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. or race morning from 7 – 8:30 a.m. [...]

Sign Up for Grandma's Marathon's "Minnesota Mile" Now

Laura Peterson — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 15:57:54 +0000

If running a marathon, half marathon, or even a 5K seem like lofty goals, well then I have the perfect race for you to try! The Minnesota Mile on September 9th is just a mile. That’s it. One little mile. Even if you’ve never run a mile, it’s not to late to get out and [...]

Wednesday Night at the Races Starts Tonight–Free Races for Kids!

Laura Peterson — Wed, 25 Jul 2012 18:59:16 +0000

Keeping kids active in the summer is important. Wear them out weekly with FREE races for kids at Wednesday Night at the Races! Tonight is opening night of this summer in the Northland tradition. The Young Athletes Foundation and Grandma’s Marathon invite children 14 and under to lace up their shoes and take part in [...]

There's Still Time to Register for the Park Point 5 Miler!

Laura Peterson — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 17:24:02 +0000

Northern Minnesota’s oldest road race is tomorrow night on Park Point. If you didn’t get registered for the 41st running of the race, you still have time! Register now through the end of the day (Thursday) at grandmasmarathon.com or youngathletesfoundation.com. If you want to sign up on race day, head to the pavilion at the [...]

Grandma's Marathon 2013 Registration Opens This Weekend

Laura Peterson — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 21:46:30 +0000

Maybe you’re still nursing your blisters or your calf cramp, but it’s not too early to start planning for Grandma’s Marathon 2013! Or maybe you didn’t run, but would like to set a long term goal to run your first marathon, half marathon, or even 5k. Half-marathoners and 5k runners have a little wait, but [...]

Grandma's Marathon 2012: My Second Half Marathon Experience

Laura Peterson — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 20:36:26 +0000

Grandma's Marathon 2012 is in the record books. Runners, volunteers, spectators mark your calendars for June 22, 2013. The 37th annual Grandma's Marathon.

Last year I ran my first 1/2 Marathon, and wrote about my experience. This year was entirely different.

35th Annual Grandma's Marathon From a Spectators Standpoint

Jeanne Ryan — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 17:00:20 +0000

First Off, Congratulations to all the Runners in this years Grandmas Marathon, you did it! And to Duluth native Kara Goucher, for not only winning the women’s division of the half marathon, but setting a new course record! Being someone who would never have the guts or determination to take on such a feat, I [...]