All around the world runners are pounding the streets with many different aims and objectives. Some are running to get fit and others are training for an event. Many are fundraising for their favourite charity. Here we chat to some of those runners and share their goals and aspirations. We’ve also got plenty of training and fundraising tips and hints. Hopefully you’ll pick up something that will make your running even more fulfilling.
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All around the world runners are pounding the streets with many different aims and objectives. Some are running to get fit and others are training for an event. Many are fundraising for their favourite charity. Here we chat to some of those runners and share their goals and aspirations. We’ve also got plenty of training and fundraising tips and hints. Hopefully you’ll pick up something that will make your running even more fulfilling.
Through My Lenses: How Technology Will Help Me See the Finish Line
Don’t Forget Your Gels
21 minutes
3 weeks ago
Through My Lenses: How Technology Will Help Me See the Finish Line
Running a marathon is tough. Running one without sight is extraordinary. In this episode, we meet Clarke Reynolds, also known as Mr Dot — a visually impaired artist and marathoner who’s taking on his next big challenge: the Brighton Marathon without a guide runner. Instead, he’ll rely on Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses and the Be My Eyes app, allowing volunteers around the world to guide him through the race in real time.
It’s a story of courage, technology, and community — where human connection meets innovation to make the impossible possible.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation about trust, independence, and how tech can empower people to see the world in new ways.
You can support Clarke's fundraising effort for the Fight for Sight charity right here on his JustGiving page.
If you'd like to join Clarke and run an event for Fight for Sight check out their events here, or email events@fightforsight.org.uk
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PODCAST NOTES
Keywords
Braille technology, visually impaired, marathon running, assistive technology, innovation, accessibility, guide runners, personal challenges, technology in sports, empowerment
Summary
In this conversation, Clarke Reynolds, aka Mr Dot, discusses his journey of pushing the boundaries of braille technology and exploring the possibility of running a marathon without traditional aids like a guide runner or a white cane. He emphasises the role of innovation and technology in empowering visually impaired individuals to take on new challenges in sports and life.
Takeaways
I pushed the boundaries of braille.What could I do with these amazing technology?Can a person run a marathon without a guide runner?People can run marathons with white canes.Let's do it with this technology.This is about empowerment through technology.Innovation can change lives.Accessibility is key in sports.Challenging norms in athletics.Running is for everyone, regardless of ability.
Titles
Empowering the Visually Impaired Through TechnologyInnovative Approaches to Marathon Running
Sound bites
"Innovation can change lives.""Accessibility is key in sports.""Challenging norms in athletics."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Mr. Dot and His Journey01:32 Overcoming Blindness: A Personal Story03:33 Inspiring the Next Generation: Workshops and Charities04:52 The London Marathon Experience: Challenges and Triumphs08:09 Innovative Training: Using Technology to Run11:39 The Brighton Marathon: A New Challenge15:11 Fundraising and Community Support18:22 Future Aspirations and Legacy
Don’t Forget Your Gels
All around the world runners are pounding the streets with many different aims and objectives. Some are running to get fit and others are training for an event. Many are fundraising for their favourite charity. Here we chat to some of those runners and share their goals and aspirations. We’ve also got plenty of training and fundraising tips and hints. Hopefully you’ll pick up something that will make your running even more fulfilling.
