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Running backwards to stay ahead - competitive runner Laura Catti

HERMOSA BEACH, CA--Competitive runner, Laura Cattivera, finds a unique way to keep up the pace despite a debilitating medical condition called 'focal dystonia.' She runs backwards. Laura has a passion for running – and nothing is going to stop her. So run Laura, run.

 

After years of medical tests, Laura finally received the diagnosis of focal dystonia in 1995. Focal dystonia is a neurological condition – due to overuse. Laura had to become creative and find new was to run or give up her passion. She choose running backwards.

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Uploaded on June 19, 2015