🏃♂️I set myself the challenge of running a marathon with no prior experience
🌧️Training for the marathon was filled with ups and downs, including bad weather and illness
👨👩👦👦My family provided support and motivation throughout my training and on race day
🥵Facing physical and mental challenges during the marathon tested my limits
🏅Despite not reaching my target time, completing the marathon was a life-changing achievement
Did you have any running experience before training for the marathon?
—No, I had never done a park run or any race before. This marathon was my first running event.
What motivated you to take on the challenge?
—As I turned 40, I had a desire to push myself both physically and mentally. Running a marathon seemed like the perfect challenge.
How did you deal with setbacks during training?
—There were ups and downs, including bad weather and illness. I stayed motivated by reminding myself of my goal and the progress I had already made.
What was the hardest part of the marathon?
—The final few miles, especially when facing strong headwinds and running out of energy, were the most challenging. But I pushed through and finished.
Did completing the marathon meet your expectations?
—Although I didn't reach my target time, completing the marathon was a life-changing achievement that exceeded my expectations. I am incredibly grateful for the experience.
00:00Follow my journey as I take on the challenge of running my first marathon in Edinburgh.
07:12Starting the marathon with excitement and a desire to push myself to my limits.
14:26Hitting the wall and facing physical and mental challenges during the race.
15:07Completing the marathon, despite falling short of my target time.
