Charleston, S.C. – Dean Karnazes, the Ultramarathon Man and 50-marathons-in-50-states finisher, has teamed up with Run the Nation as the new spokesman to provide guidance and insight to other runners working toward completing the 50/50 feat.
“There are no shortcuts to excellence, at least any that I've discovered,” said Karnazes about what it takes to run 50 marathons in 50 states. “Dedication, commitment, passion, and sacrifice are essential components for high achievement.”
Karnazes has been an icon in the running community for years, completing such accomplishments as the 50/50 in 50 days, running 350 continuous miles, ran across Death Valley in 120 degrees Fahrenheit, and completed a marathon to the South Pole in negative 40 degrees Fahrenheit. He has been named one of the fittest men on the planet by Men’s Fitness and with multiple published books, is seen as an expert in running.
“Sometimes even seasoned marathon runners do not understand the hard work and dedication that goes into completing 50 marathons in 50 states,” said Jessica Donnelly, Run the Nation chief executive officer and 50/50 participant. “Karnazes will bring expertise on best practices, as well as provide inspiration to any runner who dreams of crossing that final finish line.”
Karnazes said that he understands that life gets in the way of running goals, pain and injuries happen, and emotional setbacks can derail progress, but it’s those who keep pushing when life gets tough who will reap the rewards.
“Failure is giving anything less than your best,” said Karnazes. “My sister once said to me: ‘Follow your heart and you will never lose your way.’"
Karnazes is scheduled to appear at Run the Nation’s 10 regional offices for a training seminar at each location. For runners not available to attend, visit our website for the webcast of the events. He will also host a monthly online forum where he will answer your running questions. Please visit our website for the scheduled events and monthly forum topics.
Run the Nation is an organization dedicated to helping runners achieve their goal of running 50 marathons in 50 states. We provide training plans, nutritional advice, registration and travel assistance, and a running support system throughout the nation.
“There are no shortcuts to excellence, at least any that I've discovered,” said Karnazes about what it takes to run 50 marathons in 50 states. “Dedication, commitment, passion, and sacrifice are essential components for high achievement.”
Karnazes has been an icon in the running community for years, completing such accomplishments as the 50/50 in 50 days, running 350 continuous miles, ran across Death Valley in 120 degrees Fahrenheit, and completed a marathon to the South Pole in negative 40 degrees Fahrenheit. He has been named one of the fittest men on the planet by Men’s Fitness and with multiple published books, is seen as an expert in running.
Dean Karnazes
“Sometimes even seasoned marathon runners do not understand the hard work and dedication that goes into completing 50 marathons in 50 states,” said Jessica Donnelly, Run the Nation chief executive officer and 50/50 participant. “Karnazes will bring expertise on best practices, as well as provide inspiration to any runner who dreams of crossing that final finish line.”
Karnazes said that he understands that life gets in the way of running goals, pain and injuries happen, and emotional setbacks can derail progress, but it’s those who keep pushing when life gets tough who will reap the rewards.
“Failure is giving anything less than your best,” said Karnazes. “My sister once said to me: ‘Follow your heart and you will never lose your way.’"
Karnazes is scheduled to appear at Run the Nation’s 10 regional offices for a training seminar at each location. For runners not available to attend, visit our website for the webcast of the events. He will also host a monthly online forum where he will answer your running questions. Please visit our website for the scheduled events and monthly forum topics.
Run the Nation is an organization dedicated to helping runners achieve their goal of running 50 marathons in 50 states. We provide training plans, nutritional advice, registration and travel assistance, and a running support system throughout the nation.
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