Hi. Thank you for sponsoring me to run the Great North Run for the Get Kids Going! charity. 9 months training in all weathers, a few blisters along the way and some 230 training miles later, I'm ready to tackle my first half marathon. I'm targeting a finish time of 2 hours or just under if possible.

By sponsoring me, I hope to raise at least £250 for the Get Kids Going! charity. The charity provided sport and mobility equipment for disabled children.

Thank you for your generous donation. Every little helps!

I did it! I completed the Great North Run in 1 hour 59 minutes 58 seconds, just under the 2 hour target I set for myself. I'm really chuffed with that! I really enjoyed the race. Great run, great city and great people.