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Mark Ormrod MBE

Our guest today is the incredible Mark Ormrod OBE. Mark is a former Royal Marine, Invictus Games Athlete, Author and Motivational Speaker.

On Christmas Eve 2008 Mark triggered an improvised explosive device during a routine foot patrol, that resulted in unimaginable injuries. Injuries that resulted in a triple amputation.

Mark’s mindset, and determination to not be defeated by his injuries is incredible. Since the explosion, he’s defied the odds and hasn’t owned a wheelchair since his first year of the accident.

If he wants you to know one thing: it’s don’t take the small things, like being able to get out for a run, for granted...

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Welcome to RunPod, the weekly run club you can join simply by listening. In this series Jenni Falconer welcomes special guests who share that passion for running. Together they’ll discuss the challenge, reward and sometimes obsession of pounding the pavement whilst asking what drives us to run, why some catch the bug more than others, and how it can transform the lives of those who do it. Along the way, you'll hear top training tips, monumental mistakes and some inspirational stories. So, whether you’re a seasoned marathoner, treadmill trainer, fitness guru or simply putting off that Sunday jog, RunPod is here for you.