Over time, determined not to let her circumstances define her, Lexi pursued her passion for sports and fitness.
She adapted her training methods using a wheelchair and set ambitious goals, participating in multiple events to support Blesma. Notably, she broke the world record for the fastest female to complete a marathon using a non-sport wheelchair during the London Marathon.
She said: “I had dreams of running a marathon and triathlon before my amputation, and I was determined those dreams would not be gone forever...”
In 2024, Lexi undertook an extraordinary challenge: propelling her standard wheelchair nearly 1,000 miles from John O'Groats to Land’s End. Over 45 days, she covered marathon distances most days, facing steep climbs and physical exhaustion.
She added: “It is a great personal achievement but more importantly it sends out a message that you don’t need loads of equipment to get active.”
Blesma: Supporting limbless veterans for life
Based in Chelmsford, Blesma is a UK Armed Forces charity dedicated to supporting serving and ex-Service men and women who have experienced life-changing limb loss, or the loss of use of limbs, eyes or sight.
The charity offers lifelong support to those who have served our country.
Blesma provides a range of services, including prosthetic and mobility assistance, grants, benefits advice, and a variety of activities designed to enhance wellbeing.
The charity’s personal approach ensures that members like Lexi receive comprehensive support, tailored to their individual needs.
Since the First World War, Blesma has supported over 61,000 limbless veterans.
To find out more about Blesma and how to support their vital work, please click HERE.