Wilmington runner trains for seven marathons on seven continents
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 2:57 AM
Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Adam Shilling from Wilmington is preparing for the Great World Race, which involves running seven marathons across seven continents in seven days, starting in January 2027. With 15 years of running experience and 32 completed marathons, Shilling emphasizes the importance of pacing and recovery during this demanding event. The race itinerary includes locations such as Antarctica, South Africa, Australia, Dubai, Spain, Brazil, and Miami. One of Shilling's main concerns is ensuring proper rest while traveling between races, as he will need to cover 183 miles.
- •Adam Shilling has run for 15 years and completed 32 marathons.
- •The Great World Race starts in Antarctica and ends in Miami.
- •Participants must complete 183 miles in seven days.
- •Shilling stresses the importance of pacing to recover effectively.
- 2:57 AMYahoo Sports — Wilmington runner prepares for 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days
"A Wilmington man is preparing to take on the Great World Race, a challenge that requires participants to run seven marathons on seven continents in seven days.
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