My story

What am I doing?
Attempting to run 26 miles in Amsterdam in October 2013 (was Edinburgh, but a stubborn injury put a stop to that :o(

Why am I doing it?
After taking running more seriously this year, I realised that the marathon may just be achievable (no promises yet!) and would be a fantastic way of helping a charity which raises awareness about an illness which has deeply affected my family and will continue to affect thousands of others each year. 

Bowel cancer is the second most common cause of all cancer deaths in the UK, and due to it's nature, it's probably one of the least talked about. I personally know three people who have faced the illness, two of them did not survive. Bowel Cancer UK works to raise crucial awareness of the disease, helping to eliminate the taboos, and helping to save people's lives by getting them to recognise the symptoms early enough.

Can I actually complete the marathon?! 

Every penny (or euro!) you can give will spur me on, giving me the greatest chance of reaching the finish line, so please, give what ever you can. Thank you :o) 

My gallery 2

My updates 7

Gutted that I'm not able to run in the Edinburgh marathon today. But i managed 10K last week without any tendon issues so everything is going in the right direction again for Amsterdam in October :o)

26/05/13 11:16

train for the marathon in October. I certainly wont be giving up, and I will run the marathon, it's just a question of when unfortunately. Thank you so much to everyone for your support. I'm just sorry that I need more time to complete this.

01/05/13 20:12

I'm now up to running for 20 minutes without pain, but it's going to be a very slow rehab process, since pushing myself too far one time could bring the injury right back again. I am hoping that in the next 2 months I can get up to running 10K, and then will have 4 months to

01/05/13 20:10

for 3 months now, I've had dry needling, I've tried electromagnetic pulse therapy, I use a foam roller to roll out knots and tight muscles, and I perform strengthening/stretching exercises for at least an hour every day. I'm finally starting to see some improvement 3 months on.

01/05/13 20:09

But in February, I started getting some minor pain in my leg, so I took a few days off running, but the pain got worse. It got to the point where walking was painful, and sprinting to catch the train left me in agony for an hour or more afterwards. I've been having physio, TBC

01/05/13 20:05

My Teams

My company

My charity

Bowel Cancer UK

Bowel Cancer UK

Charity Registration No. 1071038

Bowel Cancer UK aims to save lives by raising awareness of bowel cancer, campaigning for best treatment and care and providing practical support and advice.

Donations 46

Well, you did your best and when you run in Amsterdam I will be cheering

Donation by on 23/05/13

125,00 €

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For the good cause! Greets Sandra & Daniel

Donation by Sandra Bembaron on 28/04/13

30,00 €

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Best of luck Sarah. All those miles! Just thinking about it makes me reach for a glass of wine. Joyce would be very proud of you.

Donation by David and Gina (St Privat) on 08/04/13

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Good luck Sarah!

Donation by Pascal & Renate on 24/03/13

20,00 €

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Remembering all the great times with your mum when we were students at Balls Park Hope you enjoy the day and raise loads of money!

Donation by christine watson on 14/03/13

£25.00

+ £6.25 Gift Aid

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Sarah,your mum would be so very proud of you, best of luck on the day June & Roger

Donation by June LLewellyn on 25/02/13

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

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Thanks so much for the cheque Aunty Nancy!!

Donation by Nancy Fencott on 24/02/13

£30.00

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Hi Sarah, we've never met but I'm a friend of Vincent's. Wishing you all the best of luck and I'm sure you will complete the race.

Donation by Lewis van Leeuwen on 24/02/13

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Hi Sarah, will you go for another bronze medal again? Anyhow, I hope you will have an inspiring run in Edinburgh. Veel succes!

Donation by Jack Horio on 20/02/13

20,00 €

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We are all so very proud of your dedication and passion. Good luck. We'll be cheering you on in spirit. Your Support Crew over in NZ XXX

Donation by Kathryn and Jamie Halstead on 18/02/13

£40.00

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Sarah heel veel succes.

Donation by Elly Jongste-Bassant on 16/02/13

20,00 €

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Good luck with the long run and enjoy Edinburgh!!

Donation by Ben & Merel on 15/02/13

15,00 €

Donation by Robert Holmes on 03/02/13

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

Donation by Grant Dawber on 31/01/13

80,00 €

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With our very best wishes - we admire your commitment.

Donation by Roger and Angie Hutchings on 31/01/13

£25.00

+ £6.25 Gift Aid

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How could anyone not donate after such a great video in memory of your lovely Mum. Good luck. I know you will do it.

Donation by Rose and Tim Pearce on 30/01/13

£25.00

+ £6.25 Gift Aid

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Go for it Sarah!

Donation by Barry Harding on 30/01/13

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

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Joyce would be very proud of you Sarah. Good Luck.

Donation by Lyn and Bob Northover on 30/01/13

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Go Sarah, Joyce would have been so proud of you. x

Donation by Alan, Carol, Katherine, Jocelyn Raines on 30/01/13

£40.00

+ £10.00 Gift Aid

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Best wishes Sarah Good luck with the training and on the day. It's very inspiring -great video too. Pip and Rob

Donation by Robert and Philippa Sewell on 30/01/13

£100.00

+ £25.00 Gift Aid

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Sarah, Good luck; your Mother would be proud to see her energy in you.

Donation by Peter H on 30/01/13

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Good luck and well done.

Donation by Tim Williams on 30/01/13

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Good luck Sarah. Janet, John, Tom and Harry Elford

Donation by Janet Elford on 29/01/13

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

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Good Luck Sarah !! Very happy memories xx

Donation by Roz Palmer on 29/01/13

£50.00

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Well done Sarah, a super cause and a great way to do it and it brings us very fond memories.

Donation by Philip & Mary Stokoe on 29/01/13

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations$2,444.07
  • Offline donations$0.00
  • Text donations$1.57
  • Total raised$2,445.65
  • Gift Aid$336.53

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