1’m Brodie Sargent, a Type 1 diabetic raised in Mudgee, NSW, and currently living in Wollongong. Starting August 26th, I’ll be running a marathon every day for 26 days, and on the 27th day, I’ll be finishing with Western Sydney’s Half Ironman. The current world record for the most consecutive marathons run by a Type 1 diabetic male is 25 and I’m aiming to break it. I’m doing this to inspire others, diabetic or not, to challenge themselves and not let anything hold them back. Any donation is greatly appreciated and supports a cause I truly believe in. The Type One Foundation focuses on support, connection, awareness, and advocacy for diabetics across Australia. They run online and in-person events for diabetics and their families, and also offer care packages to those newly diagnosed. I was diagnosed at 15, and it was a tough time for me and my family, we had no history or understanding of diabetes. I was already a shy and awkward kid, and I struggled to speak up about how much it affected me. I started running with my roommate just to kill time but it quickly took over my life. Feeling stuck and unsure where I was heading, I decided to make a change and try to help anyone out there feeling the same way. You can follow my journey on Instagram: @typerun_ Thank you, this means the world to me.