ALASKA HALF MARATHON BLOG

Alaska Half Marathons in July

2017-05-31T08:00:00.000-06:00

Slightly warmer temps in July, in comparison to June. High of Mid 60's on average across the state of Alaska, with early mornings ranging around the low 50's. Five half marathons to choose from in Alaska in the month of July:

AK Salmon Runs Marathon, Half Marathon, 10k, 5k, 1mi

Her Tern Half Marathon

Great Alaskan Running Cruise Mendenhall Glacier Half Marathon, 5k

Frank Maier Marathon & Half Marathon

Bearfest Marathon, Half Marathon & 5k

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Alaska Half Marathons in June

2017-05-07T23:57:00.000-06:00

Great temps for running a half marathon in June in Alaska! Average high in June in Alaska is in the low to mid 60's, with early morning temps in the upper 40's. Currently there are 3 half marathons in the state of Alaska in june:

Skagway Marathon & Half Marathon

Mayor's Midnight Sun Marathon, Half Marathon

Medvejie Solstice Run 1/2 Marathon, 10k, 5k

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100 Half Marathons - Club Challenge of Fifty States Half Marathon Club - Alaska Running Clubs

2016-10-06T22:58:00.001-06:00

Alaska half marathon runners and walkers! Join a great club with lots of challenges to work on, as well as lots of discounts and great members. Many half marathon runners and walkers out there can’t alway afford to travel around to all 50 states. The 100 Half Marathons Challenge™ is a perfect alternative! Join Fifty States Half Marathon Club and work toward your 100 half marathons, and take your time on the other challenges. All members can work toward all the challenges.

Fifty States Half Marathon Club hosts a big annual meet up in a new state every year, which includes the big annual awards night for all the club members that finish a challenge. From the 100 Half Marathons Challenge™ to the 50 States Half Marathon Challenge™, or 50 States Endurance Challenge™, runners and walkers will enjoy a great group of members, with lots of opportunity to meet members at races. Paint your journey on the cool 100 Half Marathons shirts, designed by Fifty States Half Marathon Club, or the map back design as you work toward 50 states.

Additionally, there is the 500 Endurance Challenge™, the 7 Continents Endurance Challenge™, and the new Canada 10 Provinces Half Marathon Challenge™. A description of each challenge can be found at the official website of Fifty States Half Marathon Club.

Beautiful, classy awards when you finish a challenge!

Join the club and start working toward your 100 half marathons, or 50 states, at www.50stateshalfmarathonclub.com

Anchorage RunFest Skinny Raven Half Marathon in Anchorage Alaska

2016-07-30T14:00:00.000-06:00

The August 21st, 2016 Anchorage RunFest Skinny Raven Half Marathon is an out and back scenic course along the Coastal trail, Westchester Lagoon and Chester Creek Trail, beginning and ending in downtown Anchorage, AK. This course is not walker friendly, having a time cut-off of 3:30. All participants receive a long sleeve tech shirt, and good post race food is provided at the finish, from grilled cheese, to Great Harvest Bread Company freshly baked bread, and a variety of chips & crackers, along with a beer garden hosted by Broken Tooth Brewing. For a direct link to event, visit the Alaska half marathons page.

Mineral Creek Half Marathon in Valdez Alaska

2016-07-27T12:30:00.000-06:00

The August 14th, 2016 Mineral Creek Half Marathon in Valdez, AK is a very scenic, rolling course with waterfalls throughout the course along the steep valley walls. A very inexpensive half marathon run on all unpaved surface, with limited support, but a must do for those who appreciate the smaller quiet scenic courses. Time limit is 3.5 hours in order to be timed. For a direct link, visit the Alaska Half Marathons page.

Santa Claus Half Marathon in North Pole Alaska

2016-07-25T12:00:00.000-06:00

The August 6th, 2016 Santa Claus Half Marathon in North Pole, AK is a smaller low key, super inexpensive half marathon, held to benefit the North Pole High School's Cross Country Teams and Girls Soccer program. The course winds through the Chena river flood control area, and there will be a post race BBQ at the finish! For a direct link, visit the Alaska Half Marathons page.

Bearfest Half Marathon in Wrangell Alaska

2016-07-24T11:00:00.000-06:00

The July 31st, 2016 Bearfest Half Marathon is a smaller low key, very scenic half marathon, with much of the course along waterfront and lots of opportunity to get a glimpse of wildlife along your run. The half marathon is walker friendly and is held in conjunction with the Bearfest weekend of events. For a direct link, visit the Alaska Half Marathons page.

Frank Maier Douglas Island Half Marathon in Juneau Alaska

2016-07-23T14:45:00.003-06:00

The July 30th, 2016 Frank Maier Marathon, Douglas Island Half Marathon is an out and back moderately hilly, scenic, USATF certified course with views along the course of mountains, ocean, glaciers and forest, in Juneau, Alaska. If you're amongst the many who seek out the most scenic half marathons, this is one to add to your bucket list. The race also has post race food featuring local salmon! Not many races you will find that at! The race also offers an early start time for walkers and back of the pack participants who need a little extra time to finish! For more info, you will find a direct link on the Alaska Half Marathons page.

Race Reviews for Half Marathons in Alaska

2015-05-31T16:03:00.000-06:00

Do you have a race review for a half marathon in Alaska? If so, feel free to submit a half marathon review for consideration! Here are some great topics runners like to read about in your half marathon review:

Was the race website organized and informative? Distances visible on home page, full address of location for out of state visitors, city and state visible of non-local participants, details about course, critical info easily found, etc.

Was the race well organized? Packet pick up, expo, start time, timing, support?

Did this race have an expo, or just a small packet pickup?

Were enough volunteers recruited? How was on course support? Enough food? Enough water?

How was the post race party? Good food? Music? Enough food? Enough refreshments & recovery food or drinks? Describe.

How was the medal? below average? average? excellent? beyond excellent, pretty cool?
Do you have a photo to share of your bling to include?

How was the swag? Any awesome swag? Brand of shirt?

How was the cost of the race compared to most half marathons? about average, a great deal, way too expensive for the swag, bling and support that was provided, well worth the cost for the swag, bling, post race party and support received?

Was this a small race, a medium sized race, or large race?

Was the course scenic? What was the highlight of the course (or highlights of the course)?
What made the course fun (or totally boring)?
Do you have any good scenic course photos to send us?

Describe the course. Was it flat? Rollers the whole way? Flat with one big monster hill? All up? All down? All up then all down? etc. Was it shaded? Trees, dessert, mountainous, city streets, all neighborhoods, through a park, etc?

We love to hear from our half marathon runners about all the half marathon races out there that you love, like, or didn't care for, and appreciate your feedback. We may share your review in multiple locations such as our half marathon blogs, or possibly even on Halfmarathonsearch.com. You can ask to be published anonymously if you'd like, but we do need your information in order to publish.

Happy Running!

Alaska Half Marathons 2014 and Alaska Half Marathons 2015

2014-07-06T01:02:00.000-06:00

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Fifty States Half Marathon Club member Laura Qualman Finishes 50th State at Mayor's Midnight Sun Half Marathon

2014-07-06T00:58:00.000-06:00

Laura Qualman from Brentwood, Tennessee headed to Alaska to run her final Half Marathon to complete her journey of finishing a half marathon in all 50 states! Laura completed her 50 States Half Marathon Challenge, crossing the finish line at the Mayor's Midnight Half Marathon in Anchorage Alaska. Laura joined the half marathon group Fifty States Half Marathon Club this past year, and will continue on to finish her 100 HALF Anywhere Challenge, to finish a total of 100 Half marathons! Congratulations to Laura for the amazing accomplishment and leading the way as an inspiration to others!

Alaska Half Marathons 2014 - Half Marathon Schedule

2013-07-30T13:31:00.000-06:00

Do you have a 2014 Alaska half marathon date update or a new half marathon to add? We are updating our Halfmarathonsearch.com half marathon calendar for 2014 as your dates are updated, so make sure to send us on over any Anchorage half marathons, Ketchican half marathons, Craig half marathons, Juneau half marathons, or any other Alaska half marathon 2014 dates!

Alaska Half Marathon Schedule 2013 and 2014

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Alaska Half Marathon Runners, Marathoners & Triathletes - Join the Challenge!

2013-04-30T02:35:00.000-06:00

Join in Alaska runners and triathletes, and take the Challenge! Whether you are a half marathon runner, a full marathon runner, a half ironman triathlete or go long for the full ironman triathlons, OR like to do a little bit of all, ... we have a challenge for you! Choose from 3 challenges .........

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George Pugh to Finish 50th State THIS SATURDAY in Alaska at Mayors Midnight Sun Half Marathon

2012-06-21T07:21:00.000-06:00

Watch out! Here George comes Alaska! Off to run in the Mayor's Midnight Sun Half Marathon THIS SATURDAY to complete his 50th State (plus DC) of his challenge with Fifty States HALF Marathon Club! George has been a fantastic asset to the camaraderie in the club, and we are excited for him to cross the finish line and complete such an awesome lifetime accomplishment. George will then continue on to finish his 100 of the 100 HALF Anywhere Challenge. GOOD LUCK GEORGE RACE #1406!!!!!

George Pugh to Finish his 50th State in Alaska!

2012-05-11T17:51:00.002-06:00

George Pugh, a member of Fifty States HALF Marathon Club www.halfmarathonclub.com will be finishing his 50 States challenge (plus he has DC) ..... at the Mayor's Midnight Sun Marathon - Half Marathon event in Alaska in June. We are excited for him! Yes 50 states and he's then on his way to finishing his 100 HALF Anywhere challenge with our club! Wooo hooo!

I'd like to gather as many runners and fans as possible that will be at that event, to cheer George Pugh on as he crosses the finish line!

Have an Alaska Half Marathon Race Review? OR are you an Alaska Race Director or Event Organizer?

2012-02-28T04:33:00.000-07:00

Feel free to share with us your Half Marathon race reviews.

What to share?

Course description: flat, hilly, rollers, scenic

Best moment of the race?

What could they improve on if anything?

Swag?

Medals?

Food?

Aid Stations?

Post Party entertainment?

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COLD WEATHER TRAINING

2011-11-03T18:14:00.001-06:00

Cold Weather Training
Article By: Paul “Crazy Legs” Stofko RRCA Running Coach
November 3, 2011

Cold weather training requires a little extra planning and protection before you head out the door. Your body loses heat quickly in cold weather due to convection (heat loss due to motion), conduction (transfer of heat due to temperature changes), evaporation of moisture, and radiation (transfer of energy caused by the difference between skin temperature and ambient temperature). The right layers will protect you from the elements without weighing you down. Cold can take it toll on your performance and comfort. And frostbitten skin is always a risk. But if you take some simple precautions, you can maintain your mileage in anything weather winter bring your way.

The challenge in dressing for winter training is not only to keep the winter chill and wetness out, but to manage the heat and moisture your body produces as well. Even in subfreezing temperatures your body produces a lot of heat and sweat. You can produce up to two liters per hour when running. Water conducts heat away from your body 25 times faster than air – great in summer, but dangerous in cold temperatures. Staying dry under your layers is critical and can impact heart rate, as well as comfort, dryness, and warmth.

Here are some tips for dressing in layers:

First Layer

Forget cotton. It holds moisture next to your skin. Choose the new lightweight, moisture-wicking fabrics that hold a very small percentage of their weight in moisture. Performance microfibers hold less than on percent of their weight in water compared to 17% wool or 8% cotton.

Second Layer

If you running in very cold weather, you may need a middle layer to trap the warmth your muscles generate. Choose a layer that produces maximum warmth with minimum bulk. Synthetic fibers have an advantage of staying drier than natural ones.

Outer Layer

Fibers have been developed that block the elements without trapping too much heat and moisture underneath. Look for waterproof fabrics that vent.

Hands and Head

Up to 40% of your body’s heat loss occurs from the head due to a large blood supply, extra surface area, and the mucus membranes of the nose and mouth. Choose thin microfiber hats and lightweight gloves liners for your hands.

Don’t forget your feet

Cotton is a bad choice for socks. Look for synthetic socks that won’t hold moisture and become packed down when damp.

Alaska Half Marathons, Half Marathon Runners, Race Directors & Event Organizers

2011-06-04T16:58:00.001-06:00

Hi Alaska Half Marathon Runners, Race Directors and Event Organizers. Feel free to email us Half Marathon race news and stories to post on our blog. To send news, articles or fun information, please send us which Half Marathon State Blog you'd like it posted in at CONTACT US

Also if you'd like your event or any other discounts to be added to the official Fifty States HALF Marathon Club member discount list that goes out to all our members across the United States, please send your event, website link and race discount code to be added for our official members to use. Our members like to choose from races on our discount list when they look at choosing a half marathon in your state. Send to CONTACT US and in return we will help promote your event.

If your Half Marathon event is missing from the Half Marathon Race Calendar found at www.halfmarathonsearch.com and would like to be added, please send the event date, name, and website link to CONTACT US

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2010-06-27T12:43:00.000-06:00

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2010-06-20T15:20:00.000-06:00

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HALF MARATHONS IN ALASKA MAY, JUNE, JULY, AUGUST 2010

2010-03-27T23:49:00.000-06:00

MAY

Saturday May 8th 2010 Totem to Totem Half Marathon Ketchikan, AK

Saturday May 23rd 2010 Trent Waldron Glacier Half Marathon Anchorage, AK

JUNE

Saturday June 19th 2010 Mayor's Midnight Sun Marathon, Half Marathon & 5-Mile Run Anchorage, AK

JULY

Sunday July 11th 2010 Wild Alaska Copper River Salman Half Marathon Cordova, AK

Saturday July 31st 2010 Frank Maier Marathon and Half Marathon Juneau, AK

AUGUST

Saturday Aug 7th 2010 Santa Claus Half Marathon North Pole, AK

Sunday Aug 15th 2010 Skinny Raven Half Marathon Anchorage, AK

FOR A FULL LIST OF HALF MARATHONS IN ALASKA, PLEASE VISIT THE ARKANSA HALF MARATHON RACE CALENDAR AT:
http://www.halfmarathonclub.com/Alaska_Half_Marathon_Races.html

HALF Marathon Runners and Race Directors in Alaska

2009-09-03T23:59:00.000-06:00

Feel free to post favorite races, half marathon events, and anything and everything related to HALF Marathons in Alaska!

For Race directory of Alaska HALF Marathons, go to
http://www.halfmarathonclub.com/Upcoming_Races.html

If interested in taking on a 50 STATE CHALLENGE or a 100 HALF ANYWHERE CHALLENGE, please check out Fifty States HALF Marathon Club at www.HalfMarathonClub.com

ALASKA HALF MARATHON BLOG

Alaska Half Marathons in July

Alaska Half Marathons in June

100 Half Marathons - Club Challenge of Fifty States Half Marathon Club - Alaska Running Clubs

Anchorage RunFest Skinny Raven Half Marathon in Anchorage Alaska

Mineral Creek Half Marathon in Valdez Alaska

Santa Claus Half Marathon in North Pole Alaska

Bearfest Half Marathon in Wrangell Alaska

Frank Maier Douglas Island Half Marathon in Juneau Alaska

Race Reviews for Half Marathons in Alaska

Alaska Half Marathons 2014 and Alaska Half Marathons 2015

Fifty States Half Marathon Club member Laura Qualman Finishes 50th State at Mayor's Midnight Sun Half Marathon

Alaska Half Marathons 2014 - Half Marathon Schedule

Alaska Half Marathon Runners, Marathoners & Triathletes - Join the Challenge!

George Pugh to Finish 50th State THIS SATURDAY in Alaska at Mayors Midnight Sun Half Marathon

George Pugh to Finish his 50th State in Alaska!

Have an Alaska Half Marathon Race Review? OR are you an Alaska Race Director or Event Organizer?

COLD WEATHER TRAINING

Alaska Half Marathons, Half Marathon Runners, Race Directors & Event Organizers

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New champs, record in Mayor's Marathon, Half-Marathon: Anchorage | adn.com

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HALF MARATHONS IN ALASKA MAY, JUNE, JULY, AUGUST 2010

HALF Marathon Runners and Race Directors in Alaska