Melissa Woodfield is taking on marathon number two on April 27th in London, in aid of Scoliosis Support & Research. Listen to her fascinating personal story and how she recovered from scoliosis surgery to take on one of the biggest marathons in the world. Her early approach to fundraising has paid dividends and she has already raised £2000. How much will she raise?
If you'd like to follow in Melissa'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
Scoliosis, London Marathon, running, fundraising, marathon training, community support, race day preparation, strength training, nutrition, personal stories
Summary
In this conversation, Melissa shares her inspiring journey of running the London Marathon for Scoliosis Support and Research. Diagnosed with scoliosis at a young age, she discusses her experiences with the condition, her transition into marathon running, and the lessons learned from her previous race in Valencia. Melissa emphasises the importance of race day preparation, community support, and effective fundraising strategies, while also highlighting her training regimen and the significance of strength training in preventing injuries. Her story is a testament to resilience and the power of running for a cause.
Takeaways
- Melissa was diagnosed with scoliosis at age 11.
- She started running in early 2022 and quickly progressed to marathons.
- Valencia Marathon taught her valuable lessons about race day preparation.
- Pacing oneself at the start is crucial to avoid burnout.
- Community support plays a significant role in motivation during races.
- Fundraising for Scoliosis Support has been a rewarding experience for Melissa.
- Sharing personal stories helps connect with potential donors.
- Training for a marathon requires careful planning and nutrition management.
- Strength training is essential for injury prevention, especially for runners.
- Melissa feels fortunate to have had a good recovery from her surgery.
Titles
- Running for a Cause: Melissa's Marathon Journey
- From Scoliosis to Strength: Melissa's Story
Sound Bites
- "I found Valencia absolutely awful."
- "Don't get too sucked into the adrenaline."
- "It's just about being on it."
- "It's definitely a big motivator."
- "I haven't really had any knee problems."
Chapters
00:00 Melissa's Journey with Scoliosis
02:57 The Transition to Marathon Running
06:05 Lessons from Valencia Marathon
08:59 Race Day Strategies and Preparation
12:04 Fundraising for a Cause
15:01 The Impact of Community Support
18:06 Training and Nutrition Insights
21:14 Strength Training and Injury Prevention
23:56 Final Preparations for London Marathon
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