A cancer survivor and doctor prepares to complete 7 marathons on 7 continents in just 7 days.

A young man's cancer is the most pervasive cancer in Wisconsin, and a doctor is preparing to spread awareness about it.

Dr. T. Clark Gamblin, a Milwaukee surgeon, discussed his upcoming participation in the World Marathon Challenge, which entails running seven marathons on seven continents in seven consecutive days.

On Jan. 31, 2025, the first marathon will occur in Antarctica, followed by trips to Cape Town, Perth, and Dubai for participants including Gamblin.

Gamblin will travel to Madrid, Spain, and Fortaleza, Brazil, before completing a final marathon in Miami. In total, he and his fellow runners will have covered 183 miles in a week.

The competition's intense pace won't make for a leisurely holiday for the participants.

""In seven days, we will spend approximately 60 hours on the plane," Gamblin stated."

"If you're prepared and you train correctly, it's not some Herculean feat."

Gamblin has been training for the World Marathon Challenge for a year, despite the seemingly impossible task of running seven marathons in seven consecutive days.

"While it is indeed a physical challenge, there are many more physically demanding activities that people have accomplished," he stated. "With proper preparation and training, it is not an insurmountable task."

Gamblin's team includes a cancer surgeon and a dietitian who helped him meet his protein and fluid goals. The World Marathon Challenge organization handles the logistics of all participants' flights and hotels.

His wife has been the most helpful person to him in preventing injuries, he said, in addition to having a physical trainer.

"Gamblin stated, "She's my top cheerleader, even though she's not a big runner, she plays a significant role in helping me prepare for this event.""

"My running coach, dietitian, and physical therapist would follow right behind her, making it a team effort to prepare for such an event."

As a medical school student, Gamblin, who specializes in liver and bile duct cancer, became interested in running marathons. During the World Marathon Challenge, he will be running for the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation.

Gamblin, being a cancer survivor who was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2018 after noticing a lump, has the cause of cancer close to his heart.

"He discovered testicular cancer, which is the No. 1 cancer that affects males aged 15 to 45, after being diligent and checking it out quickly."

According to the Testicular Cancer Awareness Foundation, one man out of every 250 will develop testicular cancer in their lifetime.

Gamblin remarked, "I transitioned from providing cancer surgery advice to needing to follow the advice I had given myself."

"The most intriguing one is the Antarctica race … it's going to be such a unique environment and climate to run in."

Four years have passed since he underwent chemotherapy and two surgeries, and he is now cancer-free.

Gamblin's determination to promote awareness has driven him to undergo rigorous training for the 168-hour endurance event.

Although the race presents difficulties, he expressed excitement about meeting his fellow runners.

""I'm ready to form lasting friendships and listen to others' narratives," he stated."

Gamblin is chronicling his marathon adventure via Instagram, @tclarkgamblin. His most anticipated leg of the journey is running through Antarctica.

""Few people have run marathons, so it will be a unique environment and climate to run in," he said."

In Miami, Gamblin will witness his family at the finish line.

"The doctor stated that we often do not set our goals high enough in life and do not take enough risks."

The doctor aims to motivate others to raise their aspirations beyond their usual level.

Gamblin stated that in many instances, the body follows the commands of the mind.

"Therefore, I believe we can surpass the boundaries we establish by challenging and pushing ourselves."