06/17/2026
Segment 14 | Day 1
Wind, rain, thunder, hail, and sun all greeted Matt for his debut. While he was eager to start the run just past dawn, after 3 miles, Mother Nature had other plans. ⚡️Causing us to postpone the rest of his run until midday.
Smiling through it all, Matt weaved through the streets of Iowa once the weather permitted. 🔥 He made sure to crack jokes, especially about the hills, and kept the energy high despite the late run. Adding to the adventure, he discovered the ferocity of a black bird! Great work, Matt! Way to bounce back after an uncertain morning! 🧡
Matt was diagnosed with MS 13 years ago, but was only introduced into the running world a few years back. He has quickly fallen in love with the sport and is now excited to be a part of the cause.
Location: Walford, Iowa
Temperature of the Day: low of 57 / high of 73
Mileage of the Day: 31
Total Miles of Segment: 31
Cause Connection: Living with MS and eager to see what he is capable of.