RUN FREE RUN
On July 22, 2017 I embarked on a journey across the United States to give back to the communities that have supported me during my time in the U.S. Marine Corps. On October 28, 2017 - 99 days later, I hit the Atlantic Ocean. Through support of individual donors and our generous sponsor - National University, we raised $100,000 to support veterans, special needs athletes, and gold star families.
Unable to stay off the road, my next journey will be crossing every state on foot - raising money for the causes YOU care about the most.
COMPLETED STATES
Next Run! Run Free New Jersey
THE PLAN
Over the three day Memorial Day Weekend (May 23-25), I’ll run the 60 miles across The Garden State - I may even have a guest runner for a few miles!
THE CAUSE(S)
We’re raising money and awareness for the National Initiative for Cockayne Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder that affects nearly 500 individuals in the U.S. alone, including my friends Lara and Lucas Marini. Read more about that here.
ABOUT MAGGIE SEYMOUR
I am Maggie Seymour, a mom, Marine, writer, coach, and an avid ultra runner on a mission. Born and raised in a small town in Illinois, I’m a Midwestern girl at heart who believes in the power of hard work, education, community, and carbs (really this whole thing is just about finding the best pizza in the country).
THE BLOG
Short introduction sentence about what the blog covers. This will entice visitors to dive deeper into your posts.
MAGGIE’S COACHING SERVICES
Maggie Seymour is a certified RRCA Level II running coach, USATF Level I track and field coach, ACE certified personal trainer, Health Coach, and pre/post-natal fitness instructor. Maggie started running when she was 13 and absolutely hated her first mile. In the two decades since she’s grown to love the sport (but still hates the first mile), participating in dozens of marathons, ultramarathons, multi-day events, adventure races, and even a few triathlons (including one ironman distance race).
“It’s all mental!” Damn, I hate that phrase. Running ultra-marathons, running a single mile is not “all mental.”