Jessica Voss

I'm Running The 2025 London Marathon!

Hi everyone,

I'm thrilled to share that I will be running the 2025 London Marathon in support of Asthma + Lung UK. The marathon will be on Sunday, April 27th, 2025.

In 2020, after contracting COVID-19, I was diagnosed with moderate to severe asthma. It was determined that I had likely had asthma since childhood, influenced even more by allergies and scoliosis. At the time, my lung functionality was so poor that I couldn't even complete a breathing test successfully!

So when I had the wild idea in 2023 to run a half marathon, most people that knew me thought I was crazy. I was unbelievably nervous and felt like I wasn't "fast enough" to be considered a runner, but through months of training, some mild injuries, and learning how to handle the fatigue, I was able to finish my first half marathon. I quickly signed up for another one the following year, but this time with friends both in training and on Strava!

However, my 2024 half marathon didn't go as planned when I suddenly dealt with extreme hamstring cramps. Feeling defeated as I had felt so good through training, I thought running a marathon might not be meant to be. I actually completely forgot I had applied for London 2025, so you can imagine my surprise when I received an email officially inviting me to run for Team Breathe in the London Marathon! I was so shocked to be accepted into one of the hardest marathons to get into in the world, but now I get to run it in support of a great cause that I'm extremely passionate about. I am so excited to bring you along with me on this journey!

Asthma + Lung UK provides vital resources to those affected by lung conditions and tirelessly work towards breakthroughs in treatment and care. Your support can make a real difference in the lives of those struggling with asthma and other respiratory issues. 

As I prepare to run for Team Breathe, I’m excited to offer some special incentives to encourage your support. By donating, you can become an integral part of my marathon journey! Join me today on my journey to complete my first marathon!

£5 - Your name written on my arm or bracelet during the London Marathon!

£10 - A postcard from London + your name.

£25 - A mile dedicated to you, with a picture from the mile marker + postcard + name dedication.

£50 - A London souvenir + postcard + name + mile dedication.

£100+ A fun video from me at a London landmark, a postcard, a mile dedication, and a London souvenir!

Your support means the world to me and helps Asthma + Lung UK continue their crucial work. 

Thank you to all of my friends, family, and loved ones for your endless support, and see you all at the finish line!

x

Jess

NOTE: For my U.S. friends and family, 1 pound = $1.27 USD. Your donation will be automatically converted to USD on your card statement.