Runner To Reach Northern Colombia in 40 Days
Mike Humphreys will conclude a transcontinental South American run after over 200 days of daily exertion.
Updated on Oct. 29, 2026 in Running
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Mike Humphreys is set to arrive at the northern tip of Colombia in 40 days, marking the end of a grueling run across South America that began on March 30. Having already completed more than 200 consecutive days of running at least 50km daily, Humphreys continues his mission to raise awareness for motor neurone disease.
Why it matters
The challenge serves to support Humphreys' friend Craig Eskrett, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2023. Humphreys, who previously lost another friend to the disease in 2013, aims to draw global attention to the condition through his extreme physical feats.
Humphreys runs a minimum of 50km every day without breaks, a regimen he has maintained for over 200 consecutive days. His inaugural day of the challenge covered at least 31 miles starting from Ushuaia, Argentina.
The players
Mike Humphreys
He is an endurance athlete from Hedon who is currently running the length of South America to raise awareness for motor neurone disease.
Craig Eskrett
He is a friend of Humphreys who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2023.
The details
Humphreys, from Hedon near Hull, is currently trekking through South America to complete his journey from Argentina to Colombia. His athletic background includes prior endurance feats in Europe, such as running 30 marathons in 30 days and riding 1,000 miles on a Chopper bike.
Timeline
2013: Humphreys lost a friend to MND.
2023: Craig Eskrett was diagnosed with MND.
March 30: Humphreys started the challenge in Ushuaia.
December 2026: Humphreys reaches the northern tip of Colombia.
Season Trajectory
This endurance run significantly eclipses Humphreys' previous achievement of 30 marathons in 30 days. By crossing an entire continent rather than just covering a regional distance, he is pushing the limits of individual ultra-running and charity-based athletic performance.
Humphreys continues to log daily distances of at least 50km, maintaining a pace that requires strict physical consistency to meet his December 2026 arrival goal. His progress remains focused on the 40-day window remaining until he reaches the northern coast of Colombia.
The takeaway
Humphreys' journey demonstrates the intense physical toll required to maintain consecutive ultra-distance runs over several months. His commitment highlights how personal challenges can be utilized to generate awareness for specific medical causes on an international scale.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by BBC.
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