Since my last reflection, all the work I’ve done has been independent. I decided to change the structure of my article and split it into three distinct sections: the first focusing on a beginner runner and what inspired them to start running; the second on a first-time marathon runner, exploring their motivation and training methods; and the third on an advanced runner who has recently been sidelined due to injury.
Originally, my plan was to focus the article entirely on the advanced runner, who was due to compete in the Brighton Marathon. However, he had to pull out as his ankle hadn’t fully recovered. I still wanted to include his story, but I needed to shift the article’s angle. That’s when I came up with the idea of featuring three different types of runners. This way, the piece would appeal to a broader audience and offer varied perspectives—allowing readers to connect with or be inspired by the journeys of each runner.
I interviewed the beginner runner, Sadie, in person, while I spoke with Olivia, the first-time marathon runner, and Kieran, the advanced runner, over the phone. From these interviews, I wrote the article, which begins with an introduction, then flows into three sections: Beginner Runner – First Steps, First-Time Marathon Runner – Pushing Limits, and Advanced Runner – Bouncing Back, before concluding the piece. I also conducted additional research to include relevant statistics and facts that support their experiences and highlight the popularity of running in the fitness world.
I later had a meeting with Karl to review my changes. He pointed out that my introduction felt more suited to TV scriptwriting than feature writing, so I went back and edited it accordingly to better match the tone of a written feature.
At this stage, I’m happy with the written content of the article. The next step is to take the photos. I’ve already planned the types of images I want to capture for each individual, ensuring they visually complement the stories they’ve shared in their interviews.
Photographic Journalism 