Swindon Lives: Sarah Turner - Half Marathon Special

This special Half Marathon Swindon Lives feature focuses on Sarah Turner, as she prepares to run the Swindon Half Marathon.

How many times have you run the Swindon Half Marathon?

This will be my first Half Marathon

What’s your Swindon Half PB and what time are you going for this year?

I do not have a PB I would like to complete in 2h.15m

Which Olympic athlete has inspired you the most?

Mo Farah

Are there any other sporting hobbies you enjoy in your spare time?

I don’t have much spare time! Full time job and 2 children!

Are you running for a charity? If so which one and why?

The Open Door Centre in Swindon, My husband works for them and I think they do amazing work with the small amount of money they have.

What advice would you give to other people training for a half marathon?

Make sure you can run 10 miles comfortably. The crown and atmosphere will carry you along for the other 3!

How many days a week do you train?

2 – 3 days a week depending on availability

Do you run with any local running/fitness clubs?

Les Slinn Allstars - Swindon

Where’s your favourite place to run in and around Swindon?

Anywhere with a hill!

How will you celebrate completing the Swindon Half Marathon?

With a big fat roast dinner followed by a cake!