[{"type":"paragraph","nodes":[{"ranges":[{"text":"In May this year (eek!) I'll be taking on the half marathon at the Edinburgh Marathon Festival 2026 - and I'm doing it to raise money for Big Hearts Community Trust ❤️"}],"type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","nodes":[{"ranges":[{"text":""}],"type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","nodes":[{"ranges":[{"text":"I actually started running back in 2020. Like a lot of people, I was dealing with a really uncertain time. After being made redundant from my job of 10 years, I needed something to focus on. Running got me outside, cleared my head and gave me a sense of purpose when I really needed one. "}],"type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","nodes":[{"ranges":[{"text":""}],"type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","nodes":[{"ranges":[{"text":"What started as a way to cope became something much bigger - a habit, a challenge, and a mindset that I've carried with me ever since. "}],"type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","nodes":[{"ranges":[{"text":""}],"type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","nodes":[{"ranges":[{"text":"So taking on this half marathon feels pretty special. It's not just about the miles on the day, but about everything running has helped me through - and using that to give something back. "}],"type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","nodes":[{"ranges":[{"text":""}],"type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","nodes":[{"ranges":[{"text":"As a huge Hearts fan, it felt only right to support Big Hearts. The work they do in our community - tackling social isolation, supporting familites & creating opportunities for people of all ages - makes a real difference to so many lives. "}],"type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","nodes":[{"ranges":[{"text":""}],"type":"text"}]},{"type":"paragraph","nodes":[{"ranges":[{"text":"If you're able to donate, no mater how small, it would mean a lot. And if not, your support and encouragement along the way is just as appreciated. "}],"type":"text"}]}]