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.
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Good Job AB! Donation by Jules on 18/10/06 |
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bien joué Donation by Molly on 17/10/06 |
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RTP gone live here £2 to mark the occasion Donation by Foluke Osobu on 11/10/06 |
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Great effort Andy! Donation by Roger Dennis on 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 on 02/10/06 |
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Good luck Andy Donation by Tim Greenway on 29/09/06 |
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robbie keane gets you a fiver Donation by Tim on 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 on 29/09/06 |
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Good luck Andy Donation by richard wetherell on 29/09/06 |
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good luck all the way from Denmark Donation by Sophie on 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 on 28/09/06 |
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good luck - Run fast to avoid being eaten by Nessie Donation by cath ambler on 27/09/06 |
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all the best mate Donation by kevin kemp on 27/09/06 |
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Don't go too slow, you have to catch the train back Donation by Caroline @ JG on 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 on 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 on 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 on 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 on 27/09/06 |
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...just pretend 'Dolls' is at the end. Donation by LeMar on 27/09/06 |
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That's £2 a mile, minus the price of a pint at the end Donation by Pete on 26/09/06 |
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Are you wearing a kilt, I hear they are more aerodynamic!!! Donation by Cat on 26/09/06 |
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Good luck Andy - Its a beautiful place so enjoy it if you can! Donation by Stuart Seymour on 26/09/06 |
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Say hi to Nessie for me Donation by Becky on 26/09/06 |
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Good luck! Enjoy the cold and wet scottish weather Donation by Elinor Ballard on 26/09/06 |
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It might be quicker to swim the Loch. Donation by Trev on 26/09/06 |
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