Grace London Marathon 2025 for Back Care UK

Welcome to my fundraising page for the TCS London Marathon 2025, supporting Back Care UK. Running is my passion, and I aim to complete the 7 Abbott World Marathon Majors (Tokyo, Boston, London, Berlin, Chicago, New York and Sydney).  Sydney marathon was officially added to the group as of November 4, 2024, completing the 7 World Marathon Majors. In 2022, I was accepted to run the BMW Berlin Marathon for Against Breast Cancer UK, and in 2023, I participated in the Bank of America Chicago Marathon for Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Foundation, raising funds for both charities with the help of my generous donors.

After four years of attempts, I am confirming my participation in the TCS London Marathon 2025 in support of Back Care UK, a charity that resonates with my medical situation, like my previous Breast Cancer charities.

I injured my back at work 8 years ago, resulting in chronic issues with my spine. Due to my job as a Registered Nurse, I'm prone to back injuries and was diagnosed with Lumbar 5 to Sacral 1 stenosis. While my symptoms are managed, I experience occasional exacerbations. As a Perioperative Registered Nurse, I prepare patients for surgery, including spinal procedures, giving me a deeper understanding of the condition. In May, I had another exacerbation, but thankfully the chiropractic treatments were successful. These experiences drove me to join an organization focused on back pain.

Back Care UK, established in 1968, has been providing education and information on back pain prevention and treatment to individuals in the UK and worldwide for over 50 years. As the UK's only charity dedicated to back pain, their work includes educating on preventing back injuries, the causes of chronic low back pain, offering emotional support, and providing information on diagnoses and healthcare providers specializing in back pain. They also offer back care exercise videos and publish a quarterly magazine, TalkBack, to support individuals with back pain. The charity is proud to be associated

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I'm thrilled to share that my fundraiser is nearing its target, with 78% already secured - every further donation catapults me toward creating a transformative and lasting impact! I'm profoundly thankful to everyone who donated, igniting my running passion and sparking a meaningful impact. Miggy Boy, Tita Len, Abby, Joshua, Kibra, James, Kuya Leo, Joseph, Michelle, Carol, Sammie, Johnson, Dember and Jorge, I am deeply grateful for your unwavering support.

Dr. Nguyen, Dr. Son, Amanda, and Christine, thank you for supporting my fundraiser. Your assistance is crucial to reaching my target for my chosen charity.

Jacob, my awesome running friend, I appreciate your commitment to my charitable cause. Your contribution is pivotal in attaining my fundraising goal. You're up next!

Kuya Dax, my loyal donor, I thank you again for your kindness in supporting my London Marathon fundraising efforts, and also for your previous contributions to my Berlin and Chicago fundraisers.

I acknowledge with appreciation the generous support of my coworkers. Specifically, OR Supervisor Jenny, fellow nurse Maggie, and the impressive Austin contributed significantly, enabling me to meet my target. 

Dr. Kanda, Mary, KC, Maggie, and Scott, I am deeply thankful for your philanthropic gift. Your donation significantly contributes to my goal for my designated charity. Your backing is greatly valued. 

Thank you very much Dr. Diaconescu for your support to my charity fundraiser : ) 

I have received a generous donation from my fellow marathon runner, Charles. I am grateful for his support and look forward to meeting him at the London Marathon. Thank you ❤️.