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Running for Resilience: Susan Devine's 24-Hour Ultra Marathon Journey to Aid Disaster Relief

Running for Resilience: Susan Devine's 24-Hour Ultra Marathon Journey to Aid Disaster Relief

Update: 2024-10-24
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In this episode of Extraordinary Strides, we’re joined by ultra-runner Susan Devine as she prepares for an incredible 24-hour race—yes, 24 hours of running! But Susan’s mission goes beyond just endurance. She’s raising funds for the Old Fort Strong Fund, a cause dedicated to helping families in Old Fort, North Carolina, recover from devastating flooding after Hurricane Helene.

Tune in as Susan shares her inspiring journey into ultra-running, the mental and physical challenges of such long-distance events, and her passion for using her platform to support her community. We’ll hear about the power of resilience, the importance of community, and what it truly means to push the limits of what’s possible.

Support Susan’s Fundraiser: Help Susan make an impact by donating to the Old Fort Strong Fund here. Your contribution will help families rebuild and recover. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference!

Key Topics Covered:

  • How Susan got started in running and her journey into ultra-marathons
  • The strategies she uses to tackle a 24-hour race, both mentally and physically
  • Why the Old Fort Strong Fund is close to her heart and how the community has come together
  • Fun moments from the trail and the support system behind her success
  • Life lessons learned through running that go beyond the sport

Get Involved: Want to make a difference? Support Susan’s fundraising efforts for the Old Fort community by donating here. Your generosity will help families rebuild after the floods, and together, we can support this amazing community effort.

Don't miss this episode of Extraordinary Strides—a story of endurance, heart, and hope!

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Running for Resilience: Susan Devine's 24-Hour Ultra Marathon Journey to Aid Disaster Relief

Running for Resilience: Susan Devine's 24-Hour Ultra Marathon Journey to Aid Disaster Relief

Christine Hetzel