The Run

Overview

  • Start: San Diego, California

  • Finish: Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina

  • Distance: 3,000+ miles

  • Timeline: Approximately 100 days

I will follow much of the Southern Tier route, chosen for its relative safety, climate, and infrastructure, before turning northeast toward the Atlantic coast.

How I’m Doing It

  • Running daily with planned run–walk intervals to prevent injury

  • Pushing a stroller for gear, water, and supplies

  • Prioritizing consistency and safety over speed

  • Adjusting mileage based on health and conditions

Safety and Preparation

I have been carefully training and planning for this run with an emphasis on safety:

  • Conservative pacing and rest

  • Injury prevention and strength training

  • Heat, hydration, and desert protocols

  • Support vehicle and supplies

  • Communication and check-in systems with friends and family along the route

  • Flexibility to stop, rest, or reroute when necessary

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where will you stay at night?

I will primarily stay in modest motels along the route. This allows for predictable rest, recovery, hygiene, and safety during a multi‑month endurance effort.

Do you have a support crew?

Yes. A close friend will accompany the journey with a support vehicle, assisting with logistics, safety, resupply, and emergency response as needed.

What safety precautions are in place?

Safety is a priority. Precautions include:

  • Conservative daily mileage

  • Injury prevention and strength training

  • Heat and desert protocols

  • GPS tracking and regular check‑ins

  • Emergency contingency plans

The route and schedule will be adjusted when conditions require it.

What happens if something goes wrong?

If injury, illness, or unsafe conditions arise, the run will pause or adapt. The goal is completion with prudence, not risk‑taking for its own sake.

Why not couchsurf or camp?

For a run of this length and intensity, consistent rest and recovery are essential. Motels provide the safest and most reliable option for maintaining health and sustainability.

How can I help besides donating?

Prayer, encouragement, sharing this mission, and practical assistance along the route are all deeply appreciated.