On 03 June 2023, Sophie ran a 106 mile ultramarathon along the Millennium Way walking path for Youth Sport Trust.
It wasn’t an official event, so she also had to navigate to ensure she stuck to the route and carry enough water and food to keep her going. Her partner supported her at pit stops along the route in his van whilst her mum and partner looked after their 3 year old.
Some amazing friends and family also came out to cheer and run sections with Sophie, which gave her such a boost! Two of them even ran during the night in the dark.
Sophie said: “As a Personal Trainer, I see the profound impact physical activity has on people's overall quality of life. It concerns me that kids are on the whole, are less active than they used to be and missing out on the huge benefits of taking part in sport. This is not just physical health but self-confidence, resilience, social skills, and a sense of belonging.
"I am so grateful that I enjoyed sport as a kid, as it has got me through some of the hardest times as a young adult and continues to be my main outlet to keep my mental health in check.
"Life isn't meant to be easy, but what we can do is equip the next generation to feel their own strength and have an outlet for their emotions so that they can handle life's challenges.
"If there was a pill that could give everyone as many benefits as physical activity and sport give us, we'd all be taking it! Movement is medicine."
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