Episode 43: How to run 42 marathons in one year with Jesseca Furness
This week Emma is joined by Jesseca Furness, a presenter at the Running Channel who has set herself the challenge of running 42 marathons this year.
No stranger to pushing her limits having run ultra marathons and Ironman, this year Jess decided to run 42 marathons in honour of her brother Eddie, who would be 42 this year.
Jess has already completed over 35 marathons all over the world, overcoming injury, unexpected mishaps and cancelled events like in South Africa, and she’s also added even more challenges - like running 8 marathons in 8 days.
She reveals why she started running aged 14, and how running has helped her navigate grief after losing both her parents and her oldest brother, as well as boost her confidence.
Expect to hear:
The ups and downs of running 42 marathons in one year
How Jess balances the marathons around work and everyday life
How Jess pushes through the toughest moments
The greatness of community
Alongside her challenge Jess is fundraising for Big Moose Charity which has helped her navigate her grief through therapy and the Air Ambulance Service too. Donate here.
You can join Jess on her marathon challenge - head to her instagram to find out more details about her final few marathons.
More about the visuals? Watch the full episode on YouTube.
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