My Activity Tracking
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My target 100 kms
Finally accepting that I'm doing the Great North Run 2026 #TeamStroke
I'm running for the Stroke Association because in February 2024 my Mam suffered a life-changing stroke.
Before her stroke she enjoyed her own routines and way of life. Overnight, everything changed. She was taken from her home to hospital and has never returned. She now lives in a care home and has never regained her mobility or the use of her arm or leg.
Watching that happen to someone you love and living with the aftermath is something I wouldn't wish on anyone.
I actually secured my Great North Run place in September 2025, but didn't tell many people because I wanted to build some confidence and get some training under my belt before I truly believed I could do it. Then life had other ideas, and I've spent months dealing with calf injuries and physio, which probably makes me sound far more of a runner than I really am (the injuries weren't even running-related!).
Anyway... I've finally accepted that, one way or another, I will be on that start line in September. Whether I run, walk, shuffle or crawl, I'm determined to make it all the way to South Shields.
Every donation, no matter how small, will help the Stroke Association continue supporting stroke survivors and their families through one of the toughest experiences life can throw at them.
Thank you for reading, supporting and cheering me on all the way to South Shields 🖤
My Achievements
Fundraising page set up
Added a profile pic
Made a donation
Shared your page
Reached 50% of target
Reached fundraising target
My Foot-Out-the-Door Strategy
Monday 20th Jul
Well, today is the day I launched my fundraising page, and I honestly didn't expect so much support so quickly.
Thank you to everyone who has liked, shared, commented and donated already.
To make sure today's run actually happens, I've deployed my trusted "foot-out-the-door" strategy.
New running leggings (first time out of black!)? ✔️ On.
Camera-ready work shirt? ✔️ Also on.
Cosy slippers that should definitely not be part of a running outfit? ✔️ Still on!
It's not a fashion statement, but it's my way of being ready. If I'm already halfway there, it's much harder to talk myself out of it later.
So while I may currently look like I've got dressed in the dark, the important thing is that it's run day today, and I'm heading out with a little extra motivation thanks to all of your support.
Every donation, message and share is helping me take another step forward. Thank you so much. ❤️🏃♀️
Thank you to my sponsors
£55.88
Sarahann Campion
£54.75
Sonja Brighton
That run will be one up on Uncle Sid. London marathon next, Go girl you can do it xx
£28.44
Lara Ross
You are amazing Sue! We are so proud of you xxx
£28
Judith Youll
Good luck Sue x
£28
Sharon Howarth
Any which way, you'll smash it Sue xx
£25
Jess Thompson
You’re going to smash this! We are so proud of you! Love Jess, Kieran and Charlie
£25
Anne Sultman
Good luck Sue you will smash it. Love Aunty Anne and Uncle Peter xx
£25
Philip Sultman
Good luck Sue. Love Philip xx
£25
Laura Wright
Good luck Auntie Sue, love Laura Ben and Max xxx
£23.45
Steph
Go Sue!! You are going to be amazing. So proud of you. Xxxx
£23.45
Finleys
Good luck, rather you than me, keep your chin up it's a good cause.
£23.45
Paula Whiting
Good luck Sue
£20
Christine Bateman
Well done sue x
£20
Brian Lee
Good luck Sue xx
£15
Nikita
Good luck Sue! Remember when you get close to the end just repeat to yourself ‘That medal is mine, mine, mine’ 🐦
£12.25
Helen Dinsdale
Well done Sue!
£12.25
Alice
Good luck Sue ❤️
£12.25
Anonymous
Good Luck Sue
£12.25
Miriam Davidson
You are amazing!!!!! You’ve got this!!! Xxx
£11.55
Judith Churchill
£11.55
Gillian Barkworth
Good luck your reason for doing it alone will get you through to the finish line xx
£11.55
Mel Foreman
You’ll smash this Sue xx
£11.55
Janice Bryson
I will be there to cheer you on Sue ! 2 of my members are running it too ! You can do this xx
£11.55
Marie Barker
Proud of you Sue xx
£11.55
Aly & Gary Thompson
Good luck Sue-you’ve got this 🩷
£11.55
Jacqueline Watt
Good luck :) Jaki and Luke x
£11.55
Alison Clarke
What a good cause. Go smash it.
£11.55
Ty Baines
Good luck Sue! ❤️
£11.55
Dorothy Donnelly
Good luck Sue you will smash it xx
£11.55
Victoria Frame
Donated with love. ❤️ Sue, I know your mam is your absolute world, and seeing you take on the Great North Run for such a cause close to your heart is truly inspiring. You spend so much time believing in and encouraging everyone else—now it’s your turn to believe in yourself. You’ve got the determination, strength and heart to achieve this, and I know you’ll smash every mile. (Just think of it as the longest Body Magic session ever! 😂🏃♀️) Your mam will be incredibly proud, and every step you take will help make a difference for families affected by stroke. Wishing you the very best of luck—you’ve got this! 💙🏅
£10
Ruby Leithead
Best of luck! X
£10
Susan Thompson
£10
Andrea Graham
Here's wishing a day as painfree as possible. No matter how much pain you maybe suffering I know that the determination in you will keep you going no matter what. Xx
£10
Lou
£10
Nic Young
Good luck x
£10
Julie Bell
Go smash it sue 💪💪
£10
Sharon Haggerty
Go girl - great cause x
£10
Suzanne
This warms my heart, I remember the day you told me you were doing it we both had a giggle. You can do this believe in yourself every step of the way. Lots of love Suzanne & Ian xx
£10
Lucas Atkinson
Hi Sue Lucas here, wishing you good luck. My mam said you are going to smash this just like you said i would smash my kick boxing. Good Luck lots of love Lucas xx
£10
Frances Barlow
You're a true inspiration! Go girl....You're gonna smash it! Love Frances & Rob xx
£6.56
Hilary Franklin
£6.56
Sylvia Bell
You’ve got this Sue you’ll smash it ☘️☘️☘️🥰
£6.18
Louise Lee
Sue you are amazing 🤩 believe in yourself as you have told so many others! Cheering you on from a distance, love Louise Lee xx
£5
Lesley
Good luck !!!! You’ll smash it xxxx
Good Luck Lass 🥇 💖