
Episode #2
Series 5 - Episode 2 - Aly Dixon
The conversation covers Ali Dixon's early life, career in sports development, transition, self-funding in athletics, Olympic journey and setbacks, and rekindling love for running after setbacks and personal loss. Aly Dixon shares her remarkable journey from running the Great North Run to qualifying for the Olympics and transitioning to impactful community work. Her experiences, challenges, and achievements reflect resilience, determination and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. Takeaways Self-funding in athletics Overcoming setbacks and personal loss Resilience and determination in the face of personal challenges Impactful community work and dedication to making a difference Chapters 00:00 Early Life and Sports Beginnings 01:21 Career in Sports Development 03:32 Transition and Redundancy 07:14 Self-Funding in Athletics 11:57 Olympic Journey and Setbacks 17:02 Rekindling Love for Running 22:43 The Journey to the Great North Run 23:47 Overcoming Personal Challenges 25:43 Qualifying for the Olympics 28:26 Experience at the Rio Olympics 33:39 Transition to Full-Time Athlete 36:04 Work at the Foundation of Light 39:16 Impactful Community Work 47:06 Fundraising and Future Challenges

