Running beyond limits with a stoma | by Kevin

At the time of writing, I had recently completed the Ibiza Marathon a goal that had taken months of dedicated training while living with a stoma and years of desire to complete. The journey wasn’t straightforward, but it never is living with a stoma. Balancing hydration, nutrition, recovery energy levels and injuries all presented challenges that many runners don’t have to consider. There were days when training felt difficult, but sticking to a structured plan, building consistency and learning to listen to my body something I’ve always found hard to do helped me reach the start line and ultimately cross the finish line.

I wanted to share this story because I know how easy it can be to doubt yourself when living with a long-term health condition. Running has given me confidence, purpose and a way to prove to myself that a stoma does not define what I can achieve. I hope my experience resonates with anyone facing health challenges, recovering from surgery or simply working towards a goal that feels out of reach. Progress isn’t always linear, but amazing things can happen when you keep showing up.

My Experience, learning to run again

The Challenge of Marathon Training

What Helped Me

Small Wins Matter

Race Day in Ibiza

What I Wish I’d Known

Why I’m Sharing My Story