03-07-2025
Man kicks off 55-marathon challenge in city
A man is set to run 55 marathons in one year, starting in Hereford.
Adam Rodriguez, 28, from Bath, is undertaking this challenge to raise funds for a cancer charity, inspired by his mother's fight against cancer.
Starting his first marathon in Hereford on July 5, Adam will run in 55 English cities, concluding in Salisbury in June 2026.
The runs will all be on weekends, as Adam works full-time, and he plans to track his progress using a Strava device.
Mr Rodriguez said: "A few years ago my mother bravely battled large B-cell lymphoma in three places and while she survived, the journey tested every part of our family."
He wants to raise money for Move Against Cancer, a charity that supports people affected by cancer.
He is keen to meet participants and ambassadors of Move Against Cancer's 5k Your Way initiative during his challenge.
He said: "It's going to be such an honour joining the participants and ambassadors of 5KYW across the country.
"These are the people creating community, encouragement and strength at a local level and I'm excited to hear their stories, share the miles with them, and highlight the real impact Move Against Cancer is making on the ground."
He admits the real challenge will be recovery, especially on weekends with consecutive marathons.
Despite this, he remains optimistic about completing his goal. You can donate to his JustGiving page here.
His mother, Sharon, is fully supportive and confident in his success.
Sophie Mulligan, MOVE Against Cancer's fundraising officer, said: "He's given up a whole year of weekends to take on this epic challenge and to do it in support of MOVE Against Cancer means so much to us."
