FROM SYDNEY TO THE UK, ASH FIGHTS BACK

Ash in North Wales is determined to get into running to help her lose weight and to rediscover the excitement of finishing a road race. Her first experience of this was at the massive City2Surf event in Sydney ten years ago and now it's time to feel it again, with some fundraising as well. She has started by completing a 30 Day Challenge at home and raised funds for Scoliosis Support & Research and now it's on to the next stage, a 10km road race in the north west in June 2025. Follow Ash as she tackles the challenges of day to day life and fitting in those all important training runs.

If you'd like to follow in Ash's footsteps and run your next event for Scoliosis Support & Research, or you're interested in one of the charity's London Marathon entries, email Will fundraising@ssr.org.uk. Thank you.

To find out more about Scoliosis head to https://ssr.org.uk

 

PODCAST NOTES

Keywords

 

running, fitness, charity, training, goals, mental health, injury management, family, motivation, accountability

 

Summary

 

In this episode of the Runner Stories podcast, Tim Rogers speaks with Ash, a newcomer to running, about her journey to take on a charity challenge and prepare for a 10K race. Ash shares her initial struggles with getting back into running, her training strategies, and the importance of setting achievable goals. She discusses the challenges of balancing family life with her running aspirations and emphasizes the significance of commitment and accountability in her fitness journey. The conversation highlights the mental and physical benefits of running, as well as the motivation that comes from participating in charity events.

 

Takeaways

• It was a hard start, but rewarding.
• Taking the pressure off myself helped me start running.
• Injury management is crucial for beginners.
• Setting achievable goals is important for motivation.
• Running with family can improve mental health.
• Consistency is key in training.
• Finding a charity to support can enhance motivation.
• Accountability helps in sticking to fitness goals.
• Even small amounts of exercise can make a difference.
• It's important to enjoy the journey, not just the destination.

Titles

• Ash's Inspiring Running Journey
• From Couch to 10K: Ash's Story

Sound Bites

• "It was a hard start, but rewarding."
• "I want to get faster."
• "You can always make time."
• "It just clears your head."
• "It's time to put myself first."

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to Ash's Running Journey

03:04 Overcoming Initial Challenges

05:55 Setting Goals and Charity Involvement

08:57. Training Strategies and Injury Management

11:50 Balancing Family Life and Running

14:59 The Importance of Commitment and Accountability

17:54 Preparing for the 10K and Future Goals

21:12 Encouragement for New Runners

25:06 Conclusion and Future Check-in