Meet Jeff

Jeff has completed 24 marathons and over 100 other running races since he started in 2008. His 9-year-old son Ethan has been there to cheer him on and even run the final leg to the finish line.

“As I struggle mentally and physically in the final miles of a marathon, I think back to the first two months of Ethan's life. He was born with 4 congenital heart defects and had to endure a heart surgery that turned our world upside down. Watching his tiny body fight through recovery is something I will never forget.”

Running is Jeff’s passion, but being there for Ethan is his first priority. "He's my pride and joy and I want to set the best example that I can. Eat right, exercise daily and give it all you've got.”

Ethan even wrote his dad a song that plays on his iPod while he runs. The lyrics are short but powerful, and remind him to “never give up”.

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