Belinda completes 100-mile Ultramarathon following major injury - Moya Cole Hospice

"I couldn't quit" - Salford mum runs 100-mile ultramarathon despite shock injury

A resilient Salford mum has raised more than £12,300 for a local hospice by running a 100-mile ultramarathon, despite suffering a shocking injury in the first 100 meters. Belinda Neild, a big-hearted art teacher at Fred Longworth High School, had previously raised thousands for charity by running the length of Hadrian’s Wall and twice broke the world record for the fastest person to run a marathon dressed as a stationary item – first as a crayon…

Belinda completes 100-mile Ultramarathon following major injury - Moya Cole Hospice

After suffering an injury within the first 100 meters of a 100-mile Ultramarathon, Belinda Neild went on to complete the challenge, raising over £12,300 for Moya Cole Hospice.   Her husband Stephen also took part in the Ultramarathon and was so happy to finish with the biggest smile on his face.  Belinda had initially intended to run the entire length of the 100-miles, aiming to complete the challenge in under 24 hours but due to her injury she …