SCOLIOSIS SUPPORT & RESEARCH FUNDRAISING STORIES

2025 London Marathon Review: Jon Jones’ Race Insights

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Jon, a chef from the West Midlands, ran his first marathon to raise funds for Scoliosis Support & Research, inspired by his daughter Poppy, who was diagnosed with scoliosis before her first birthday. Battling the heat of the London Marathon, he raised over £3,000 for this important cause. In this episode, Jon shares his inspirational running story, the challenges of marathon training and race day, and the motivation behind running for charity fundraising. Perfect for runners, charity supporters, and anyone seeking a motivational first marathon journey.

If you'd like to follow in Jon'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 [email protected]. Thank you.

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

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Keywords
 
London Marathon, Scoliosis, Charity, Running, Training, Family, Health, Personal Journey, Marathon Experience, Support
 
Summary
 
In this episode of the Runner Stories podcast, Tim interviews John, who shares his inspiring journey of running the London Marathon for Scoliosis Support and Research. John discusses the personal connection he has to the charity, as his daughter has been battling scoliosis since infancy. He reflects on the challenges of training for his first marathon, the importance of community support, and the emotional experience of race day. John's story highlights the intersection of personal struggle, family pride, and the drive to make a difference through running.
 
Takeaways
  • John runs the London Marathon for Scoliosis Support and Research.
  • His daughter has undergone multiple surgeries for scoliosis.
  • John's motivation is to make his daughter proud.
  • He started training later than most due to life commitments.
  • Community support played a crucial role in his training.
  • He balanced training with family responsibilities.
  • John's longest training run was 16 miles on a treadmill.
  • He experienced both highs and lows during his training journey.
  • Race week was hectic but filled with excitement.
  • The adrenaline at the start of the marathon was overwhelming.
    • Titles
     
    Running for a Cause: John's Marathon Journey
     
    Sound Bites
    • "I just had to keep an eye on it."
    • "I wanted to do it for the charity."
    • "It's just adrenaline rush, think."
      • Chapters
       
      Running for a Cause: John's Journey
      Training Trials: The Road to the Marathon
      Race Week: Preparing for the Big Day
      The Marathon Experience: From Start to Finish
      Fundraising Journey
      Social Media Strategies
      Persistence in Fundraising
      Future Aspirations
      ...more
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