Please welcome Almerico Regine from Italy to Anchorage RunFest! Here is his runner story.
I live and work in Rome as an electrical engineer. However, I was born and raised on the beautiful island of Ischia, off the coast of Naples, Italy.
This is my second time visiting Alaska. I fell in love with it during my first trip last year and couldn’t wait to come back.
I completed my very first race in October 2025: the Rome Half Marathon. Running through the city’s incredible history- past iconic monuments, unique squares, and the Colosseum- was an unforgettable experience.
Now I’m even more excited to run the Half Marathon here in Alaska, surrounded by breathtaking wilderness and landscapes that make this place so special.
Back home on my island, I also enjoy cycling and, of course, swimming in its crystal-clear blue waters.
My next dream is to complete a triathlon, and if there’s ever a chance to race one here in Alaska, I’d love to do it surrounded by this incredible wilderness.
Eat pasta run fasta!! 🍝