ME AND THE MARATHON

Why?!


That's normally the first question I get asked, when telling people that my brother and I are running this year's London Marathon. Once I explain the bit about raising money for charity, most people back down saying something along the lines of  'fair enough, good for you.'


The point is, what they are really asking, is why on earth are you RUNNING 26 MILES! Because, frankly, it's bonkers! And it is bonkers!


I don't exactly know what the answer is. Yes we are raising money for charity, and it's not just any chairty either, it's one that means a great deal to us as a family, but it's not the only reason. I think, as mad as we may seem, we both want to do it. It's a test, a massive test. We began a 14 week training program back in January and to date, have run over 170 Miles since we started (no thanks to the I Phone app Nike plus recording all of our runs) and we've been hitting mini targets and making and breaking personal bests, it's been fun, tiring, but damn, I'm enjoying it. 


I feel as fit as I've ever been, which in itself has a massive impact on the rest of my life, I generally run with my brother on the weekend, so I get to spend time with him and also see his wife and kids as Uncle Paul. Outside of running my visits are a  lot more infrequent. 


So far, it's been a very rewarding process, and both of us are looking forward to crossing the finishing line, fingers crossed, at in and around the 4 hour mark.


If you would like to sponsor us the link to our fundraising page is HERE the charity is ECHO who do great work for Heart children.


Wish us luck