Disability, dyslexia but determined - Alpine Runner Matthew Breakell on refusing to stay silent.

Matthew Breakell was born with clubfoot and spent months in plaster. Doctors said he may never run. A couple of weeks ago in Switzerland, he completed his 20th ultra-run by finishing the Ultra Tour Monte Rosa – his 6th 100-miler. He has severe dyslexia and cannot read or write but his drive to succeed and not be left behind has been instrumental and helped him achieve a 2:1 for his degree in Outdoor Leadership.

In this week’s podcast, Matthew talks about the struggles he has faced because of dyslexia - the stigma and difficulties of getting a job, also, the frustration of simply not being able to do what is so natural for most – reading and writing. He doesn’t need either to run or climb, and it’s in the mountains where he is happiest. With his positive ‘can do’ attitude Matthew’s objective is simply to enjoy life.

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