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In May 2024 I have accepted the offer to complete the Brathay 10 in 10 challenge.

The challenge requires me to complete the 'undulating' / hilly Windermere marathon course 10 days in a row. So 262 miles on foot over 10 days.

Having reached the ripe old age of 62 - this also presents it challenges :) 

The elevation profile of the course speaks volumes with over 1800 feet of elevation each day - coupled with the inevitable impact that the downhills will have on my quads and toes.

Training for the event starts now and will require me to complete 15 - 20 marathons before then - hopefully including one back to back weekend where I get to understand the difficulty of running a marathon 18 hours or so after finishing one.

Wish me luck - I am going to need it!

The reason for me undertaking the challenge is to raise much needed funds for the Brathay Trust.

Brathay is a charity that amongst other things supports children who have perhaps 'lost their way in life' and need some support / motivation to get themselves back on their feet.

You can read more about the charity on www.brathay.org.uk/charity/

Brathay's charitable work is underpinned by enterprising fundraising and our supporters’ commitment. We know that, enthused by the belief in the transformational power of people working together, you can help us make a positive difference. Work with us to transform the lives of young people. There are so many ways to help and discover the Brathay effect that is at the heart of everything we do.

Brathay is a registered charity offering life-changing community programmes to children, young people and families in crisis.

We also run innovative outdoor learning self-development programmes for schools, community groups, companies and public sector organisations, specialising in outcomes and wellbeing.

We’re based in the Lake District and host iconic fundraising challenge events and offer tranquil room-only stays to public.

Everything we do operates as non-profit, working together as One Brathay to support our charity's mission to improve the life chances of those who need it most.