She took up running and joined a running club after losing nearly five stone on Mounjaro, diet, and exercise — a change that has transformed her life. Melba Knighton on a weight loss journey (Image: Melba Knighton)She said: "I’m feeling excited and very emotional. She aims to raise £350 for mental health research and £125 for Autism UK through the overall 40k challenge. In addition to the half-marathon, Ms Knighton is incorporating her regular 5k runs with the RevRunners club into her training and monthly distance total. The Bournemouth Half Marathon will see her running along the coast and piers, marking a milestone in her journey of resilience and support.