Violet Holmes

Mother of 2 daughters, "Nanee" to 3 granddaughters, Wife to one good supportive husband.

Five years ago I was told I might have fibromyalgia so I started running by joining the Sun Run Clinic. [10 week running protocol]. Since then I've put on a lot of miles, including 24 races - 5 were half marathons and 1 full (26.2 mile) marathon.

Just last year, at the age of 65, I ran my first Joints-In-Motion Marathon with the sole purpose of raising money for Arthritis. I plan to do it again this year and would like to keep doing it until they find a cure this debilitating disease.

I recently discovered I have osteoarthritis in my neck, with some degeneration between a couple of disks. However, thanks to some good chiropractic help, along with some massage therapy, I'm still running - pain-free! PTL (Praise The Lord!) If pain develops, I walk, race or not. It's as simple as that.

I just ran my 5th Sun Run, placing 11/161 in the Female 65-69 Division. Most recently, I ran a half marathon in the Adidas Vancouver International Marathon, placing 4/10 in the Female 65-69 Division.

Anyone wishing more information or wanting to make a donation to the Arthritis Society in support of this 'Golden Girl' Marathoner, please visit www.arthritis.ca/jointsinmotion, then go to participants, BC/Yukon area and support your runners.

Sincerely,

Violet Holmes