Monday, February 7, 2011

ellasport Sponsors Corinne Ellison of the UK!

ellasport is now sponsoring Corinne Ellison of the UK!  She has overcome open-heart surgery and is now on the journey to the ultimate fitness test of an Ironman in 2012!  I am truly honored to be a part of her journey!  Here is a little bit about our girl Corinne.  

Corinne Ellison (28) grew up in Derby, UK and now lives on the beautiful south coast of England. After obtaining a BA (Honors) degree, Corinne worked as an emergency department nurse before completing a further degree in midwifery. While providing health care, she enjoyed the challenge of combining shift work, with starting a business and training for endurance events! Corinne currently runs a UK events business with her business partner (www.boothstar.co.uk). She is also training to become a success coach and hopes to empower others to achieve their goals and open their minds to the endless possibilities in life.

After a non-sporting background, Corinne took up running in 2006 after watching her boyfriend complete the London marathon. The sheer emotion and atmosphere of the event spurred her on and she began to run regularly. After completing her first marathon in 2007 and finishing in 6:19, Corinne became passionate about improving her times. This passion extended to triathlon after she joined the local triathlon club. At her first olympic distance triathlon, Corinne finished third....from last! Undetered and remaining focused, she continuing training knowing she had more to give.

In January 2010, in the middle of marathon and triathlon training, Corinne was diagnosed with a previously undetected congenital heart condition. The condition meant her heart was starting to fail and she had to stop all exercise until undergoing open heart surgery. This experience left her determined to get back to full fitness and share her story with others as a means to both raise awareness and inspire others to overcome obstacles. Corinne now challenges herself to complete her best ever marathon time, a half iron distance triathlon in 2011 and the ultimate challenge of an Ironman in 2012! Corinne is delighted to be sponsored by ellasport and is looking forward to sharing the journey with all women who love exercise and love celebrating life. 
You can follow Corinne on Twitter  @Bungleduck!

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