12 Months to Marathon
Hi, I'm John Hill. I host 12 Months to Marathon—the running podcast for people over 35 with marathon dreams. Whether you are looking for a personal best or want to run a marathon, my story and regular tips should help you get there.
I didn't run my first marathon until I was 36. I ran my first sub-3 marathon at the age of 45. If I can do it, so can you!
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12 Months to Marathon
12 Months to Marathon - Episode 87: Anthony Bryan – Brain Tumour Survivor to Marathon Runner
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12 Months to Marathon – Episode 87: Anthony Bryan – From Brain Tumour Survivor to Marathon Runner
In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Anthony Bryan, brain tumour survivor, stroke survivor, para athlete, personal trainer, motivational speaker, Guinness World Record holder, and London Marathon finisher.
Anthony shares his incredible story of being diagnosed with a brain tumour at just six years old, suffering a stroke during surgery, and being told by doctors that he would never run or be active again. What followed is one of the most inspiring journeys I’ve ever heard.
We talk about:
- Surviving a childhood brain tumour
- Recovering from a stroke
- Learning to live with paralysis on one side of his body
- Going from wheelchair user to world champion para athlete
- Winning gold in the 800m and 1500m
- Running the London Marathon
- Breaking a Guinness World Record
- Training for HYROX World Championships
- Using fitness, resilience, and mindset to prove the doubters wrong
Anthony also opens up about growing up as the only disabled child in school sport, finding confidence through athletics, and how his disability became his superpower.
This episode is about overcoming adversity, mental strength, resilience, disability sport, para athletics, marathon motivation, and what’s possible when you refuse to accept other people’s limits.
If you need inspiration for your own running, fitness, or life journey, this is one to listen to.
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