Maine Marathon

Sorry for the interruption yesterday to our 2026 Maine Marathon Ambassador announcements!

We are back today to welcome Keating Barlett to the team!

Keating (she/her) is a Maine-based runner, content creator, and community advocate who is passionate about helping others discover the joy of movement. A self-described “later in life runner,” she began her running journey in 2021 after becoming a mom of two and looking for a way to reconnect with herself through fitness. What started as a personal goal quickly became a life-changing passion. Since then, she has completed multiple marathons, numerous half marathons, and is now training for her first ultramarathon.

Now more than three years sober, Keating credits running with helping transform her life through discipline, resilience, and purpose. She shares a realistic look at what it means to pursue big goals while balancing motherhood, training, and everyday life.

Keating is proud to serve as an ambassador for Marathon Sports and as a member of the Boston Athletic Association running community. She loves connecting with fellow runners, supporting local races, and highlighting the vibrant running culture throughout Maine and Boston.

When she is not training, Keating enjoys exploring Maine with her family, creating digital content, and encouraging others to chase big goals at any stage of life. You can follow her on Insta at as she trains for the marathon this year.

ID: Keating, a white woman, is sitting on a stool in running attire with all of her finisher medals around her neck. She is smiling at the camera.