Adam Rodriguex, 28, from Bath, began his journey in Hereford on July 5, 2025, and will complete the challenge in Salisbury on June 28, 2026, running a total of 55 marathons to raise money for the Move Against Cancer charity.
Mr Rodriguex 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.
“A reminder of the quiet, relentless strength it takes to face cancer, not just for those diagnosed but for everyone who loves them.”
He is running each marathon on weekends while working full-time, with all routes tracked on Strava.
His challenge brought him to Oxford on August 30, where he started from the parkrun in Cutteslowe Park and met with the 5K Your Way cancer support group.
Mr Rodriguex said: “I’m passionate about trying to raise money for Move Against Cancer because they bring hope, movement and community to people navigating the weight of cancer, reminding us that no one goes through it alone.”
He plans to meet with ambassadors and participants from the charity’s 5K Your Way initiative throughout his journey.
The scheme invites anyone affected by cancer to join a parkrun on the last Saturday of each month, with the option to walk, jog, run, or simply volunteer.
Mr Rodriguex 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.”
Though he is no stranger to long-distance running, he expects the biggest challenge will be recovery, especially during weekends when he has back-to-back marathons.
Mr Rodriguex said: “The funny thing about marathon training is, no matter how hard you go at it, 26.2 miles always finds a way to humble you.
“I’m having to be super sensible with how I train, fuel and rest, even if my legs would prefer a lie-down and a cuppa.”
His mother, Sharon, said she is proud of his efforts.
She said: “Adam loves a challenge.
“I have every faith he will complete this and look forward to watching his journey.”
Sophie Mulligan, fundraising officer at Move Against Cancer, 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.”