Starting Over, Growing Bolder
Wendy Chioji has been the face of Orlando news for 20 years. Her battle with breast cancer enlightened all women; her determination to help others was only equaled by her dedication to becoming a world-class athlete.
All Marathon Stories
Ray Zahab
Ray Zahab used to be a smoker who lived an unhealthy life. After a few major life changes, he’s on the other side of the spectrum, running marathons, raising awareness for important causes and living an adventurous life.
Sister Madonna Buder
Known as the “Iron Nun,” Sister Madonna Buder is redefining what it means to be a nun and a runner. Find out how she uses her training runs as time to talk to God and why race directors have to keep adding age categories to keep up with her.
Robert Gralley
81-year-old Robert Gralley has completed more than 40 marathons and is not slowing down any time soon.
Jeanne Stawiecki
Jeanne Stawiecki is living proof that it’s never too late to dramatically change your life. Find out what motivated her to become the oldest woman to climb the world’s seven tallest mountains, including Mount Everest.
Bob Becker
Bob Becker was 57 before he ran his first marathon and he was running strong until a double whammy threatened to end his running career.
Roy Pirrung
On his 32nd birthday, Roy Pirrung started running to lose weight and quit smoking. Nearly 30 years later, he’s still running and shattering world records.
Ed Whitlock
Some have said that the accomplishments of runner Ed Whitlock rival Roger Bannister’s breaking of the four-minute mile barrier.