MEGAMILES 2026

MEGAMILES is a coached running series in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, offering group sessions from early summer to late winter. It features three programs: a Summer Run for Fun, a fall half-marathon training group, and an Every Woman's Marathon training group. The summer group emphasizes consistency without a specific goal race, while the half group prepares runners for races like Gulf Coast, St. Jude, or Rocket City. The series accommodates runners of all levels, from beginners to experienced marathoners, aiming to foster inclusivity and reduce the perception of elitism in organized running. The regular routes and workouts begin at local venues: Thames Elementary for Thursday speed work, Fuzzy's for Tuesday runs, and Jed's Perfect Endurance Bikes for Saturday runs. The summer group concludes with an 800-meter race night. The longer programs include a group-specific plan, weekly runs, distance-based speed sessions, a nutrition clinic, optional Strava feedback from the coach, and a shirt for half and full marathon participants. MEGAMILES was founded by Meg Anderson, a certified running and triathlon coach. She has coached athletes from 5K to 50K, led groups from beginner triathlon through 70.3 training, and completed over 30 marathons or ultras. Her personal running history includes her first marathon one year after starting to run, a 77-mile race, a Half Ironman, an Ironman, and a personal best marathon time of 3:45.