Jenny Baker had planned a year of running to celebrate her birthday; instead she was hit with a bombshell and diagnosed with breast cancer. She had one question for her oncologist: can I keep running? Run For Your Life is the story of how she kept running to beat cancer, and how it helped her get her life back after an intensive spell of treatment. Num Pages: 192 pages, Colour plate section of 24 colour images. BIC Classification: VFJB; VFM; WSKC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 131 x 198 x 30. Weight in Grams: 204. . 2017. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Title: Run for Your Life: How One Woman Ran Circles Around Breast Cancer
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd
Publication Date: 2017
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1785312618
ISBN 13: 9781785312618
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New

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A journey of resilience, hope, and the healing power of running through cancer.

Jenny Baker's life takes an unexpected turn when a cancer diagnosis derails her marathon plans. Run For Your Life is the inspiring story of how she confronts the challenges of treatment, surgery, and recovery, all while lacing up her running shoes. More than just a fitness journey, it's a testament to the strength found in community, the importance of identity, and the transformative power of hope.

Follow Jenny as she navigates chemotherapy, a mastectomy, and the emotional toll of cancer, finding solace and strength in the rhythm of her feet on the pavement. This book is for you if you are seeking:

Inspiration to overcome adversity
Guidance on maintaining fitness during illness
A story of hope and resilience in the face of cancer

Discover how running became Jenny's lifeline, offering a path to well-being and a powerful act of defiance. Will she cross the finish line, and what will she discover about herself along the way?

About the Author

Jenny Baker is a marathon runner, a member of the Ealing Eagles running club, and a chair of Amos Trust, a human rights charity.

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