Running With Purpose: How Footprints 4 Sam Is Changing Lives At Two Oceans Marathon

Among the thousands of runners who will line up for the different races that make up the world-popular Two Oceans Marathon this weekend will be a group of 60 running for a life-changing purpose.

These are not runners who will be chasing a Personal Best or because they love the sport but rather men and women intend on honouring the legacy left by a little boy who lived for a little more than a year.

Both parents will be participating, Fred set to run his 11th marathon in memory of his son while Melissa who will be running her 4th half marathon for her beloved Sam.

Among the athletes supporting their good course will be Elizabeth Dunsmuir who knows firsthand the incredible power of running for a cause. Back in 2023, she lost her 13-year-old son, Joshua, to cancer and as a result she embraced running as a way to celebrate his memory and give back to others in need.

Elizabeth shares a powerful mantra that has guided her through her grief, If you can get up and walk, WALK! If you can get up and run, RUN! If you can get up and dance, DANCE! If you can get up, GET UP! And make the most of your life.