Carl Radke Aims for 2026 NYC Marathon Amid Sobriety Journey

Carl Radke, known for his role on 'Summer House,' is preparing for the 2026 New York City Marathon as part of his ongoing sobriety journey. He aims to raise funds for individuals struggling with addiction, substance abuse, and mental health challenges.

Radke explained that staying physically active helps him maintain better mental health. He makes a conscious effort to work out and stay in shape to 'try to take better care' of his physical health since it helps with his mental health. He also uses ChatGPT to plan routes and create music playlists for his runs.

Radke has run the 2025 New York City Marathon, the 2026 London Marathon, and the 2026 Berlin Marathon, all in support of the Release Recovery Foundation. The organization, founded by Zac Clark, assists people facing financial barriers to addiction recovery and treatment.

He shared that sobriety has given him a new perspective on running and the community involved. Radke said the physical activity helps balance the emotional ups and downs of his sobriety journey, providing a more stable experience than before.

Radke also uses ChatGPT to build a fueling routine and give nutrition guidance as he trains for his fourth marathon. He emphasized that while he still experiences emotional fluctuations, running has helped him manage them more effectively.

The actor has been open about his struggles with sobriety, including a relapse in 2020 and a renewed commitment after his brother Curtis died of a drug overdose in 2021. He continues to advocate for others facing similar challenges.