Celebrating Movement, Community, and Resilience with Maria Easterbrook
Join us in this inspiring episode featuring Maria Easterbrook, a dedicated community advocate, athlete, teacher, and guiding force behind multiple initiatives in Whangarei. Maria's journey showcases the power of movement, volunteerism, and resilience—demonstrating how one person's passion can ripple through an entire community.
In this episode:
Maria shares her lifelong love of movement, from childhood walking and biking to playing football, rugby, and hockey, and her commitment to staying active into her 50s
The inspiring story behind her role in launching a second parkrun in Whangarei to reduce congestion and encourage participation
The meticulous process of planning and organizing a new parkrun course, including navigating permits, safety checks, and community engagement
Maria’s work with Achilles New Zealand, guiding visually impaired athletes and fostering empathy and teamwork
Insights into her participation in Masters athletics, balancing competition with enjoyment and learning new skills like pole vaulting at age 50
The importance of rest, listening to the body, and maintaining resilience at any age
How Maria’s volunteer efforts and bubbly personality positively impact those around her, encouraging newcomers and supporting others in their journey
Practical advice for listeners to make a meaningful difference in their communities through volunteering and kindness
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