All around the world runners are pounding the streets with many different aims and objectives. Some are running to get fit and others are training for an event. Many are fundraising for their favourite charity. Here we chat to some of those runners and share their goals and aspirations. Hopefully you’ll pick up something that will make your running even more fulfilling.
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All around the world runners are pounding the streets with many different aims and objectives. Some are running to get fit and others are training for an event. Many are fundraising for their favourite charity. Here we chat to some of those runners and share their goals and aspirations. Hopefully you’ll pick up something that will make your running even more fulfilling.
Running to London 2026: Supporting the BackCare charity
THE SAPPHIRE RUNNING ZONE RUNNER STORIES
24 minutes
4 months ago
Running to London 2026: Supporting the BackCare charity
Mary Keane’s London Marathon 2026 Journey for BackCare CharityAfter Covid and injuries delayed her plans, Mary Keane is back, training for the 2026 London Marathon and fundraising for BackCare Charity. Follow her inspirational running journey, get training insights, and see how she’s preparing for race day.
You can support Mary by making a donation on her fundraising page here
If you'd like to follow in Mary footsteps and run your next event for Backcare, email Denice denice.loganrose@backcare.org.uk. She'd love to hear from you.
To find out more about Backcare head to https://backcare.org.uk
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PODCAST NOTES
Keywords
London Marathon, Back Care, running, training, fundraising, community support, marathon preparation, personal stories, health awareness, charity events
Summary
In this episode of the Sapphire Running Zone podcast, Tim speaks with Mary from Edinburgh, who is preparing to run the 2026 London Marathon for Back Care UK. Mary shares her journey of overcoming injuries and her determination to achieve her marathon goal. The conversation delves into her training regimen, the importance of community support, and innovative fundraising strategies to raise awareness for back pain and the charity's mission.
Takeaways
Mary has been rolling over her charity place for the London Marathon for several years due to injuries.
She chose Back Care UK as her charity because of her personal experiences with back pain.
Mary is currently training to run consistently 5k and is signed up for the Great North Run.
The importance of gradually increasing mileage in training to avoid injuries is emphasized.
Edinburgh offers a variety of terrains for training, which helps keep running fresh and engaging.
Mary has participated in international races, which provide motivation and a change of scenery.
Fundraising can be enhanced through community events like pub quizzes and raffles.
Early planning for fundraising is crucial to avoid competition with other events later in the year.
Personal connections to the cause can significantly boost fundraising efforts.
Mary is optimistic about regaining her enjoyment of running and achieving her marathon goal.
Sound Bites
"It's nice to mix it up"
"It's about giving back"
"You will get that runner's high again"
Chapters
00:00 Mary's Journey to the London Marathon
06:28 Training and Preparation for the Marathon
12:49 Fundraising Strategies and Community Support
THE SAPPHIRE RUNNING ZONE RUNNER STORIES
All around the world runners are pounding the streets with many different aims and objectives. Some are running to get fit and others are training for an event. Many are fundraising for their favourite charity. Here we chat to some of those runners and share their goals and aspirations. Hopefully you’ll pick up something that will make your running even more fulfilling.
