Joanna Murphy

Bio 

This April sees me leave my 20’s and enter my 30’s at the same time as I celebrate 10 years as a Police Officer. Being fit certainly helps in a foot chase! 

I have a husband, Gary and we live together with our beloved dog, Reggie.

Ultra history 

I ran my first ultra in 2015 and my tally is at 7 now. 

2016 saw me complete my first West Highland Way race and first ever run of that distance. 

Why West Highland Way?

I got my first taste of the route some 7 years ago when I took part in the Fling relays. 

I fell in love with Conic Hill and out of love with the ‘technical section’…we’ve made up since! 

There’s something magical about this race thay not even last year’s midges will keep me away! 

Aim for the race?

Last year was the unknown for me, sub 24 hours was my goal and I achieved it. My 2017 goal might be ambitious but I would love to go nearer 21 hours and finish with less than 50% of my feet blistered!