May 17, 2022

Ali Feller is ready to help make Bayshore your best day ever

By the MRG Podcast Team Listen to this episode of the Michigan Runner Girl Show by clicking on the player […]

March 23, 2022

Discovering our superpowers while helping our communities

By the MRG Podcast Team Listen to this episode of the Michigan Runner Girl Show by clicking on the player […]

April 28, 2021

A finish line proposal at the North Mitten Half Marathon

When Dave Truxton toed the start line at last year’s North Mitten at Crystal Mountain, the Traverse City runner had […]

May 6, 2019

First Annual Michigan Runner Girl Trail 10K & 5K on Aug. 4

Nearly a decade ago, while on an everyday run in my neighborhood, the idea of Michigan Runner Girl came to […]

April 30, 2019

Bayshore 2019 Features Kids Marathon + New Race Expo

The popularity of the Bayshore Marathon, Half Marathon & 10K in Traverse City is undeniable. The event attracts thousands of […]

April 26, 2019

‘A Run with a View’: Andrew Buikema on this Summer’s Seaway Run in Muskegon + Going After a Big Goal

For breathtaking Lake Michigan views, lots of spectator support, race distances for everyone, and an energetic finish-line vibe in the […]

April 7, 2019

Allison Dykstra, Seaway Run Ambassador: ‘I am so inspired by every runner’

With its beautiful Lake Michigan views and super-friendly west Michigan running vibes, the Mercy Health Seaway Run is one of […]

April 1, 2019

A Must-Run Scenic Summer Trail Race

Looking for a great, beginner-friendly trail race this summer? The 13th annual Brainy Day Trail Run 10K & 5K on August […]

June 27, 2018

{Runner-Wine Lover Giveaway!} VIP Tour and Tasting at Chateau Grand Traverse

In two days, the National Cherry Festival in Traverse City gets underway–a weeklong celebration of the juicy red fruit that […]

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