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After years of growing overweight and out of shape, something had to change. The sport of running was my saving grace and within the span of two years I had dropped 25% of my body weight, while at the same time my running results improved dramatically.
Then came a mind-bending shock that blindsided me, and everyone I know. As a 48 year old marathon runner on the verge of breaking the three hour barrier, I suddenly found myself lying on the floor after suffering a stroke brought on by an 11mm hole in my heart. The fallout from this episode was far reaching and linger to this day. However, so have the surprising running results ever since the surgery to repair it.
The lessons learned from my life-threatening episode have been hugely beneficial in the quality of my life and of those around me. It shouldn't have taken a stroke for me to improve, but I was given a second chance and took hold of it with both hands.
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John McDonnell is a dedicated UK Athletics Coach in Running Fitness. As an author, his writing primarily revolves around the sport of running, fueled by his own participation in over 35 marathons, including three World Majors. With his strong work ethic and unwavering commitment to the sport, he continuously expands his knowledge, finding inspiration along the way.As a stroke survivor, John's journey in the sport of running takes on a profound significance. Running is not just a passion; it's a lifeline. After surviving a life-altering stroke, he realised that the sport of running played a pivotal role in his recovery and rehabilitation. It wasn't just a pastime; it was a lifeline that helped him rebuild and regain his strength. This personal transformation inspired John to shift his professional focus from a successful career in IT entrepreneurship to passionately write about the sport that quite literally saved his life.
