The message Jay, 32 wants to share is that running can be great medicine. She’s proved personally that it is particularly beneficial for her mental wellbeing. Thanks to Jay’s 2019 New Year’s resolution she is feeling confident and happier than ever before.
Jay’s New Year’s resolution was to start running. Her friend Beth kept her company for the very first run on January 1. She knew that she had to run on day one if she was to fulfill her goal. She hasn’t looked back!
Jay, 32, has two gorgeous boys Jack and Tom. Jay recently changed jobs and now works close to home in Rochester which is great for her and her young family.
Running has shown Jay that she can do anything she sets her mind to and has made a significant difference to her anxiety levels. Since January she has trained regularly and completed 2 major events – the 12.8 km Run for Kids in April and the half marathon at Run Melbourne in July.
Jay was part of the 2019 Johnno’s Run team for Run Melbourne, and helped to raise funds to build homes for people with disability. Her son Jack has permanent hearing loss and because of this she was keen to contribute.
Jay put loads of energy into fundraising and was the team’s top individual fundraiser, raising $4,546. Jay will be forever proud of the homes that she and her supporters have helped to build.
Jay completed the half marathon in 2 hrs 22 mins. Unfortunately she was running with an injury which meant it was a difficult run and resulted in a forced break from running. She is now adhering to the doctors orders and soon will be back out doing what she loves.
Jay shared that she’s battled with anxiety and depression for the past twenty years. Running has helped her feel more comfortable in her own skin, given her new found confidence and increased her positivity.
Congratulations Jay on sharing your story. You’re a wonderful role model and you’re making a difference
