Julie Weiss is no stranger to how deadly cancer can be, having had pancreatic cancer end her father’s life.  Now the Santa Monica, California resident is making the ultimate pledge: run 52 marathons in 52 weeks to raise money for cancer research.

Why running? Weiss’ father passed away one week before she qualified for the Boston Marathon.

Weiss, who is a member of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s TEAMHOPE, told KSDK.com “My goal is a million dollars….When people tell me I’m crazy or nuts, it means I’m on the right track and doing something good.” So far, Weiss’ official website marathongoddess.com has already raised over $100,000 towards her lofty and incredibly inspirational goal.

After finishing a marathon in Minnesota in 4:40, Weiss completed a Hawaiian marathon in 5:24, making it 11 marathons in as many weeks.

Best of luck to Julie Weiss.

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Jeff Cormier

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