UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
17: Stoma4Life with Raphaela Reeb - Episode 17
17: Stoma4Life with Raphaela Reeb - Episode 17
17: Stoma4Life with Raphaela Reeb - Episode 17
Tuesday 14th May 2024
Join Raphaela Reeb and Andy Wakefield on 'Stoma for Life' as they discuss Andy's inspiring marathon journey with two ostomy bags.
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Get the buttons here!Running Against the Odds: Andy Wakefield's Marathon Journey with Ostomy Bags
Episode Overview
- Andy Wakefield's journey from cancer diagnosis to marathon running with two ostomy bags
- The importance of mental resilience and motivation in post-surgery recovery
- Challenges and triumphs of maintaining fitness with ostomy bags
- Community support and health advocacy for ostomate individuals
- Embracing new opportunities and positive mindset in overcoming obstacles
I always found myself or I imagine myself to be a mentally strong person. And I think the main premise was my daughter has just been born and that was a switch in my head.
What does it take to run three marathons with two ostomy bags? In this episode of 'Stoma for Life' on UK Health Radio, host Raphaela Reeb sits down with Andy Wakefield, a true testament to resilience and determination. Andy shares his incredible journey from a daunting cancer diagnosis to conquering the London Marathon not once, but three times, all while managing life with two ostomy bags.
His story is not just about physical endurance but also about the mental grit needed to overcome such challenges. Raphaela and Andy discuss the ups and downs of his recovery, the importance of mental strength, and how community support played a crucial role in his journey. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for a dose of inspiration and a reminder that no obstacle is too great to overcome.