A marathon is the ultimate test of endurance, and 52-year-old Robyn Michaud is doing it with a disorder that impacts her spinal cord.
The Anishinaabe mom of five from Woodstock, Ont., is aiming for her sixth world major. The competition, in Tokyo in March, could earn her a prestigious medal in the running world.
The Abbott Six Star Finisher is awarded to runners who complete all six of the world's major marathons: Boston, London, New York City, Chicago, Tokyo and Berlin.
Ahead of the Tokyo Marathon, Michaud spoke with CBC London host Allison Devereaux. This interview has been edited for clarity and length. Allison Devereaux: How are you preparing for Tokyo 2024? Robyn Michaud: I'm doing a lot of races right now.
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