Runner Spotlight Q&A with Lucy

You’ve signed up for the Marathon Relay – what made you do it? Was it a burst of inspiration or a moment of madness?

I would say it was a burst of inspiration for me, I had started the couch to 5k app already before we decided to do the relay, so I thought id give it a go!

You’re running to raise money for YMCA Humber’s Youth Services, namely improving the facilities at Kent Street. Why do you think the work we do in the local community is so important?

YMCA Humber’s work is vital because it gives young people support, opportunities, and a safe space to belong - helping them grow in confidence and strengthening our whole community.

Would you class yourself as a runner and have you done anything like this before? If not, why now?

I am absolutely not a runner! I have done the run for life 5k recently but nothing more. I don’t really know what made my want to start running, probably the fact that I eat too much and need to burn it off.

What song is always on your running playlist? Any guilty pleasures we should know about?

The song I wouldn’t miss on my playlist is ACDC Thunderstruck but that’s on every playlist of mine! One song I do have on my running playlist is Aqua - Dr Jones which I would imagine most people would class as a guilty pleasure, but I LOVE IT.

How do you keep yourself going when your legs are ready to call it a day?

I’ve never ran far enough for my legs to tell me they’ve had enough. But if I had to think of something, I would imagine a big fat Chinese at the finish line.

What’s been your most memorable moment while out training? Good or bad!

Every time I get to the end of my run, it’s the best.

Do you have any pieces of wisdom, mantras, tricks or treats that help you get out the door and on the road on tough days?

Every time I want to eat something bad (which is literally every day) I tell myself I can’t have it unless I go for a run. That gets me out the door!

What’s your go-to reward after a long run?

A nice sit down.

What do you think the most enjoyable thing about this challenge will be?

The atmosphere, being involved in something. Feeling a sense of an achievement. But most of all FINISHING AND NOT DOING IT AGAIN!

Why should people donate and support our fundraising?

People should donate because every pound goes towards improving facilities that give young people a safe space, support, and opportunities to thrive. By supporting our fundraising, you’re directly investing in their future and strengthening our community.

How you can help

YMCA Humber is asking the public to get behind the campaign by donating via the team’s JustGiving page, sharing the campaign on social media, or simply cheering the team on in the weeks ahead.

Every donation will go directly towards improvements at the Kent Street Youth Hub, from brighter, more welcoming communal areas to upgraded equipment and enhanced support spaces.

To donate, visit our JustGiving page here.