Aug. 21, 2019 Running has much more meaning for Air Force Marathon pacer WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Running marathons has so much more meaning for cancer survivor and pacer Julia Khvasechko as she runs in her 229th marathon at this year’s Air Force Marathon on Sept. 21.Looking at Khvasechko today, she is a vision of health and wellness; but 20 years ago,
Aug. 14, 2019 Mobility clinic to be featured at Air Force Marathon Expo WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – For the first time at the Air Force Marathon Expo, a free lower extremity amputee running clinic will be offered on Thursday, Sept. 19 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. and on Friday, Sept. 20, noon to 1:30 p.m. in the Berry Room at the Wright State University Nutter
Aug. 12, 2019 Air Force Marathon joins United Nations for Climate Action WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Taking another step further to minimize waste and improve conservation, the Air Force Marathon office has signed on to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.“Continuing our efforts to make a difference in the environment and community, we
Aug. 6, 2019 Air Force Marathon volunteers are vital to marathon’s success WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Air Force Marathon is seeking 2,600 volunteers to help with the race in September, and longtime volunteers, husband and wife duo Walter and Deniece Chin, can attest to how rewarding it is to play a role in this annual event. Looking for something that
July 23, 2019 Airman finds strength and self-discovery as he continues training for Air Force Marathon WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – With less than two months to go, as Staff Sgt. Kyle Hipol continues to train for his first marathon at the Air Force Marathon on Sept. 21, he is discovering that he is becoming not only stronger physically but also mentally. Since his training began in April,
July 12, 2019 American gold medalist Bob Schul to be second featured speaker at Air Force Marathon WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Along with American Paralympic Gold medalist Grace Norman, veteran and American Gold Medalist Bob Schul is scheduled to be the second guest speaker for the 23rd Air Force Marathon. Schul is the first and only Team USA runner to win the 5,000 meters at the
July 3, 2019 Staff members each play a crucial role to marathon's success WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Air Force Marathon director Brandon Hough credits the marathon’s success to his staff members and says each member has a vital role in planning the event. Meet the Air Force Marathon staff:Rachael McKinney, events manager, oversees the ancillary events such as
June 7, 2019 Resilient Airman takes on running in the Air Force Marathon WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – After facing adversities in his life, Staff Sgt. Kyle Hipol now embraces them and turns any challenges he encounters as opportunities. Running the Air Force Marathon in September is certainly a challenge that he is ready to take on.In 2008 at 14 years old,
June 4, 2019 Air Force Marathon prices increase June 17 WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – Runners who are planning on participating in the Air Force Marathon this September have their last chance to save money on registration if they register before prices increase on June 17.Prices for the full, half and 10K marathons are currently $100, $90 and
March 14, 2019 Air Force Marathon goes green in 2019 WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The U.S. Air Force Marathon is looking to go green beginning in 2019 with environmental initiatives designed to minimize waste, improve conservation and give back to the Wright-Patterson community.“This year our goal is to become certified as an