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Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.
As many of you will know I am currently in the process of completing a self indulged running goal of trying to complete the 6 major world marathons; London, Chicago, Tokyo, Berlin, Boston and New York.
After completing my first marathon in 2015, reporting this
would be my only marathon, I have now become obsessed about what I can achieve and also exploring the world whilst giving myself a physical challenge.
In the process of me committing 3 years of my life (and my
wife’s) to marathon running I thought it would be good to raise some money for a good cause. I have picked 2 charities, which support things close to my heart; Mind and Spinal Research.
Over the last few years, there has been increasing awareness
and acceptance of mental health problems. Having supported close family and friends with their own struggles, it has highlighted the importance and impact that charities such as Mind have, and the importance of our continued efforts to fundraise for them so they can continue to provide excellent services to those that need them most.
With improved support from charities such as Mind, the people
they help can continue to thrive in life and manage their mental health
problems with minimal impact on their future.
Coincidentally, running and sport is something I have found
has help with my physical and mental wellbeing. I would encourage everyone to engage in some sort of physical activity to improve their well-being.
Please give as little or as much as you feel able to. I will
be keeping this fundraising page open throughout the next 4 marathons, until I complete the New York marathon in November 2020.
Progress of marathons so far:
London 2018 – completed in 3:10:33
Chicago 2018 – completed in 2:58:23 (pb)
Tokyo 2019 – completed in 2:54:27 (pb)
Berlin 2019 – completed in 2:44:31 (pb)
Boston 2020 – entered through GFA entry
New York 2020 - TBC
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