Emily Marchant
Marathon Runner
& Occasional Triathlete
Lecturer & Researcher
at Swansea University
For me, it’s about trusting the process, chasing the progress, and committing fully to the performance. That’s where the magic is.
I’m a 2:36 marathoner, Welsh Marathon Champion (2023 & 2024), ultramarathoner, 3x Ironman finisher, Age Group winner and World Champs athlete, but above all, I’m a runner. It’s more than a sport to me, it’s my identity.
Running gives me clarity, purpose, and that incredible flow state feeling. I’m driven by setting scary goals, embracing the ups and downs, and showing up every day for the journey, not just the finish line.
