Local athlete participates in virtual running challenge, for a good cause

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO. (KRDO) - Colorado Springs 21-year-old Emrie Thomas is participating in retired Navy SEAL David Goggins 4x4x48 virtual challenge.

The challenge begins Friday, March 5 and ends Sunday, March 7.

It is a marathon conducted virtually for athletes to complete four miles every four hours for 48 hours. Some participants are hoping to raise money for a charity of their choosing to do this challenge, others might do it to personally challenge themselves.

Emrie is hoping to raise money for the JED Foundation, which works to combat suicide in teens and young adults. To donate for Emrie's cause click here.