The official definition of a running streak, as adopted by the Streak Runners International, Inc., and United States Running Streak Association, Inc., is to run at least one mile (1.61 kilometers) within each calendar day.
Seems impossible, but Steve Gathje did it – ran every day (once every 24 hours), at least 1.61K, under his own power for almost 17,000 consecutive days.
For the first time on July 27 Steve Gathje didn’t run, ending the fifth-longest run streak in American history. Read on…
What It’s Like to End a 45-Year Run Streak
Every streak comes to an end, but wow! this one’s impressive. Congratulations Steve, from some admiring fellow runners – you’re an inspiration!
