<p>Thanks to you all for sponsoring me - lots of photos of me (and dad) running on the left! I did it in 4 hours 7 minutes, without walking a step.</p> <p>My dad, Jeremy Allen, died suddenly in June from a heart attack. It was a complete shock to all of his family and his many friends and colleagues. Despite regular check-ups, he never knew that he had heart disease.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>I have decided to run the Chester Marathon on 9 October in his memory and to raise money for the British Heart Foundation. This is the hardest thing I've ever worked towards -&nbsp; 26 miles is a very long way! It's fair to say I'm not a natural runner and do not have a runner's physique...</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Before starting my training, I had never run in any sort of race since the annual compulsory 5 mile cross-country run at school. Since my training began, I have run 340 miles in over 50 hours, including my first ever half marathon around Hackney Marshes. A 3 week old daughter and accompanying sleep deprivation only adds to the fun...</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Dad was 66 when he died without warning. He may not have been a young man, but he was taken from us too early. I hope that the money I raise will help to prevent heart disease in others. It may even save your life.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving &ndash; they&rsquo;ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they&rsquo;ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it&rsquo;s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks for reading and for your support,</p> <p><br>Jonathan</p>