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Hi. I’m Ella & I’m running the Great Manchester Half Marathon on 18th May for the Global Clubfoot Initiative.

I was born with bilateral club foot, resulting in multiple surgeries and casting periods from birth to age 11 - this was to correct the foot position and lengthen the Achilles tendon.

Having previously raised funds for the Ponseti team at Manchester Children’s hospital where I received my own treatment, I now want to make a difference to those less fortunate and make a contribution to changing their future.

The Global Clubfoot Initiative collaborates with charities across the world to train professionals in treatment techniques in addition to supporting families affected.

I started running in lockdown and haven’t stopped since. This is thanks to being inspired by my dad, and being supported by both the community I’ve grown at home in Manchester as well as amongst friends in Sheffield.

My experience has also inspired me to study physiotherapy and I’m currently in my 2nd year at Sheffield Hallam University.

This will be my second half marathon having completing the Sheffield Half in 2024. Hoping for less hills this time round!

Any support & donations will be greatly appreciated xx

Love, Ella x