62-Runner “Jennipede” Sets World Record

It’s official. The Guinness Book of World Records has certified the 62 members of the “Jennipede” as the largest number of runners tethered together to complete a marathon.

The group finished the Lakefront Marathon in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, last October in 6:20, breaking the previous record of 54 runners. The team was put together to raise money for the physical rehab of former elite runner Jenny Crain, who suffered severe injuries after being struck by a vehicle during a training run in 2007.

It’s easy to imagine the difficulties involved in running a marathon while tied to 61 other people, but this short video makes it even plainer.