Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at just 9 years old, Hayley believes that this changed her path in life. Every day is a gift, she aims to live life to the fullest.

26 years after her diagnosis, Hayley has gone on to have her own two little boys, start her own business, run 1 ultra (2 if you include the 50km on the self-propelled treadmill in Lockdown!), 3 road marathons, and an array of half marathons and 10ks…even though she hates pressure and much prefers a bimble!

Type 1 Diabetes has a way of complicating many aspects in life. It adds an extra dimension of worry and self-discipline, but throwing long distance running and pregnancy in the mix made life even more of a challenge…but it can still be done with the most beautiful of outcomes.

Originally from Cornwall, Hayley grew her family and business in the Cotswolds, but Lockdown 1.0 encouraged her to take the leap and move back to her homeland. She now starts the task of building her business again in both fitness and hospitality, while training for her biggest event to date later in the year, Lakes in a Day.

It was such a pleasure to chat to Hayley and I'm bowled over by how inspiring she is! Enjoy! x