Run for your Life

Hi my name is Paddy and I work for Reclink which provides sporting programs to disadvantaged Australians to create socially inclusive, life changing opportunities.

I came across an amazing woman earlier this year named Justine at the Bendigo Athletics cross country club. After a few club runs and occasionally crossing paths on training runs, I learnt of her story as a single mum of 4 who originally started running to lose some weight. First setting a goal of jogging 800 metres, fast forward 2 years, Justine has lost 30kg, her mental health has improved and is now embarking on completing her first 42km marathon.

Originally she had planned to run the Melbourne marathon this Saturday but due to COVID restrictions this has been postponed till mid December. But this hasn’t stopped Justine and she’s sticking to the date. I was already inspired by her story as was Reclink founder Peter Cullen. With 2 of Justine’s children on the NDIS and as a single mum, Justine has discovered how sport, in particular running can provide a healthy outlet. Justine is not only running for herself, but also in support of Reclink. So come on Bendigo let’s get behind Justine and if you can, please support her by making a small donation to help raise funds for Reclink.