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West Palm Beach man training to run in California ultramarathon billed as ‘world’s toughest foot race’
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Rubén Rosario , WSVN 7 News
· July 23, 2026
· 2 min read
A South Florida runner is taking on extreme endurance as he trains for a grueling race on the other side of the country. West Palm Beach resident Nick Cerbone is preparing to take part in the race of a lifetime. The 27-year-old is training for the Badwater Ultramarathon, a race in California’s Death
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Key takeaway The 27-year-old is training for the Badwater Ultramarathon, a race in California’s Death Valley.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami residents may be intrigued by Nick Cerbone's extreme endurance training, given the city's own unique challenges with heat and humidity. While Miami's climate is not as extreme as Death Valley's, the city's runners often face similar obstacles, such as sweltering temperatures and high humidity. Cerbone's training methods, including running during the hottest days and using the sauna, may resonate with local athletes who also have to contend with South Florida's intense weather conditions. Additionally, the fact that Cerbone uses local landmarks like the Blue Heron Bridge to prepare for the elevation changes in the Badwater Ultramarathon highlights the resourcefulness of South Florida's running community. As Cerbone takes on the "world's toughest foot race," his experience and determination may inspire Miami's own runners to push their limits and tackle the city's unique challenges.
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Category: arts ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A South Florida runner is taking on extreme endurance as he trains for a grueling race on the other side of the country. West Palm Beach resident Nick Cerbone is preparing to take part in the race of a lifetime. The 27-year-old is training for the Badwater Ultramarathon, a race in California’s Death
When was this published? This article was first published on July 23, 2026 by WSVN 7 News and curated for The Miami readers.
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