Iva is one of the longest serving members of the Bedford Harriers Athletics club and is an experienced marathon runner. Last year she ran the London Marathon and also flew out to Greece to run the Athens marathon.

This is impressive but this year she has entered the Forces March - 5 Marathons in 5 Days. At 83 Iva will be the oldest participant covering the full 131 miles and is raising money for Project65 the Veterans charity.

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