As a teenager, I was consistently the best in my age group within Wales at middle distane and cross country. Due to illness, I gave up when I was 17. A few years ago, I started running again, and rediscovered the enjoyment of the sport, without the pressures of having to perform. I entered and completed the Cardiff Half Marathon and gained a place in the 2004 FLM. Training went really well until I sustained a stress fracture and had to give up my place. I was gutted. The years following this were particularly difficult personally, culminating in the death of my father, who was my coach and mentor all those years before. I have just re-started running for enjoyment, but have found that I need a personal goal. I can't think of a better goal than the FLM. Once I have committed to something, I give it my all and I'd love to gain the advice and support of the RW team whilst at it. I completed that half-marathon a few years ago in 1.50, so think that a sub 4.30 time is definitely within my reach with the right training and advice. I would love to complete this personal goal for myself and more importantly for my father., in his memory, to thank him for everything he ever did for me and my running. I am 30 in a few weeks time, and feel that I could provide inspiration for others, as others have done for me when I have read their stories and followed their progress. Thanks for taking the time to read this! | 
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Celtic Lady
