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My story

 
On 1st October 2006, I will be running (well, most of it) the Loch Ness Marathon. I thought I'd give this one a go, as I was promised 'an amazing atmosphere at one of the world's most scenic marathons' What they failed to mention however, was that Mile 23 is almost entirely uphill!!

I know that I said ‘Never Again’ after last year’s London Marathon, but Sir Steven Redgrave uttered the very same words after his fourth Olympic gold medal. Obvously, that is where the similarities between myself and Sir Steve end! As you are all aware, I am not what you would call a ‘natural runner’. In fact, an old football manager of mine commented that I was ‘built for comfort, and not for speed’.

That said, training is coming along relatively well, and I am confident that I will finish ahead of Jade Goody, the man in the antique diving suit, a couple of rhinos, a complete set of Wombles (including Great Uncle Bulgaria, who beat me in London) and Paula Radcliffe (who should be in labour by then).

As on previous marathon conquests, I will be running for Marie Curie Cancer Care. Having worked for them for a short while, I can vouch for the amazing  work that they do with the terminally ill. Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Marie Curie Cancer Care will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

So please sponsor me now!

Many thanks for your support.

Good Job AB! Donation by Jules 18/10/06  

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bien joué Donation by Molly 17/10/06  

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RTP gone live here £2 to mark the occasion Donation by Foluke Osobu 11/10/06  

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Great effort Andy! Donation by Roger Dennis 07/10/06  

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Congratulations mate - glad the nipples didn't bleed....your missus said you were good with the vas! Donation by Neil Bannister 02/10/06  

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Good luck Andy Donation by Tim Greenway 29/09/06  

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robbie keane gets you a fiver Donation by Tim 29/09/06  

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Good luck Andy - here's a quid for every Palermo goal and then one for luck Donation by Ryan Harrison-Grundy 29/09/06  

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Good luck Andy Donation by richard wetherell 29/09/06  

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good luck all the way from Denmark Donation by Sophie 29/09/06  

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i only hope it takes you less time to finish than it took me to sponsor you ... all the best mate! Donation by Mal 28/09/06  

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good luck - Run fast to avoid being eaten by Nessie Donation by cath ambler 27/09/06  

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all the best mate Donation by kevin kemp 27/09/06  

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Don't go too slow, you have to catch the train back Donation by Caroline @ JG 27/09/06  

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Cood Luck Andy...I hear Uncle Bulgaria has also been training hard so you'd better watch out. Donation by Alan King 27/09/06  

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Good Luck Andy!! I'm sure they'll be a curry at the finish line for you.... Donation by Dugal 27/09/06  

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Good Luck Son, there's a drink in it as well if you beat that damn Womble Donation by Pat Sharp 27/09/06  

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I want to see some pictures of you actually passing the finish line !! Andy, best of luck Donation by Lady Jane Gray 27/09/06  

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...just pretend 'Dolls' is at the end. Donation by LeMar 27/09/06  

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That's £2 a mile, minus the price of a pint at the end Donation by Pete 26/09/06  

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Are you wearing a kilt, I hear they are more aerodynamic!!! Donation by Cat 26/09/06  

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Good luck Andy - Its a beautiful place so enjoy it if you can! Donation by Stuart Seymour 26/09/06  

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Say hi to Nessie for me Donation by Becky 26/09/06  

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Good luck! Enjoy the cold and wet scottish weather Donation by Elinor Ballard 26/09/06  

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It might be quicker to swim the Loch. Donation by Trev 26/09/06  

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Don't let me down - your tummy did look at bit big for a marathon runner Donation by Dicky Poo 26/09/06  

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Go for it mate Donation by Nick 26/09/06  

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I want to run this next year Andy, take good mental notes, watch for Nessie! Donation by James Campbell 26/09/06  

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If you can't say anything nice.... Donation by Will Hardy 26/09/06  

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I'll join you for the pasta party but you'll have to do the run on your own. Love Ang Donation by Angela 26/09/06  

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