Megan Youngren
QT: 2:44:11
Residence: Soldotna, AK
Hometown: Soldotna, AK
College: University of Alaska - Fairbanks
Age on Race Day: 28
Qualifying Race: California International Marathon 2019
Marathon Best: 2:44:11
Favorite inspirational quote: "You're the one that chose to do this."
Favorite show: The Leftovers
Favorite post-race indulgence: Peanut butter M&Ms
Of Note:
- Worked production at an old-school bakery for the past six years
- Completed six official marathons in 2019 and ran five more either on her own or as part of ultras
- Had shingles in 2013; says pain still returns if she doesn't run
- Says a favorite running memory is trail running on a local mountain traverse with a friend and their dogs on a sunny day
