Just like he had planned, Ethan Zohn ran the NYC marathon on Sunday despite his cancer coming back!
So incredibly fab! We can hardly stand how amazing it is that he was able to do this.
Here’s what he had to say about seeing his supporting girlfriend, and running the race in general:
“I jogged over to her and gave her a big giant hug. And there may have been some tears shed. I gave her a big fat hug and a big sweaty kiss and it was worth every second of it.
My quads were burning, my hamstrings felt like they were about to rip off. But I knew with every step I was crushing little cancer cells on the road. I even wrote ‘f–k canzer’ on the bottom of my shoes. That’s what kept me going. Literally it was like walking into a surprise party that was organized just for me. ‘Go Ethan! Keep running! Outrun cancer!’ It was really an incredible experience. Everyone in New York City came out to support so many people. Everything was happy, everything was positive, and you don’t see that that often. Right now, I feel incredible. Finishing the marathon gave me more confidence and strength. It really felt like all of New York was cheering for me today. And I am going to get through this.”
He finished the race in 4:20:46, not thinking about the fact that he has to start chemo-therapy on Tuesday.
And he shouldn’t have to think about that. Not after a feat like this. Focusing on his personal victory is EXACTLY what he needs!!
Love it!
You’ll beat it again, Ethan! We’re thinking of you!!
[Image via AP Images.]