article_snippet: There is no let up in Oakes schedule when Oakes's crosses the finish line -- once Oakes's got Oakes breath back it's straight back to the day job running an animal sanctuary at Oakes home in Asheldham, Essex.
article_snippet: With 400 animals including horses, pigs, sheep and dogs to care for around the clock as well as keeping up Oakes training routine of 100 miles every week, it's no surprise that Oakes has little time for anything else.
article_snippet: Running has helped she raise money for the animal sanctuary and also allowed she to promote a positive image of veganism, though Oakes, who hasn't eaten animal products since she teenage years, is keen not to sound too preachy.
article_snippet: As if to hammer home her point, Oakes recently attempted to run seven marathons in seven days on seven continents -- running in a "cow costume" to raise awareness of animal cruelty.
highlights_snippet: The 48-year old runs to raise money for Oakes animal sanctuary .
  
highlights_snippet: Oakes is passionate about veganism and promoting positive image of plant-based diet .