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For those of you who don't know me, I have been running Marathons, half Marathons 10ks and other crazy distances since my early teens.
I started running to combat athsma and to get in shape when I joined the Royal Air Force at 18. (I'm 48 now). I had a slight hiccup in 1990 when, after years of back and hip pain, I was diagnosed with AS (Ankylosing Spondylitis, a chronic form of arthritis).
I feel luckier than many AS sufferers, although I have constant inflammation and pain, I can at least run! I've had lots of stops and starts and I've lost count of the number of half Marathons I have run. However, I've managed to run the New York, Abingdon & Nottingham Marathons (PB 2hrs 48 mins) and 7 Berlins. At last, I am finally in the London! This will be my 11th Marathon!
I am raising money for NASS (National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society) & Help For Heroes. See my other page www.justgiving.com/gerry-dance.
My bones are my enemy but at least I've got them all, unlike those lads at Hedley Court.
Anything you can give will be greatly appreciated and make the pain worthwhile!
Kindest regards,
Gerry
PS. I've DONE IT!!!! 03:55:59! Brilliant day, I'm suffering now but it was worth it! Thank you to evryone who has wished me well and donated money...........same again next year???! G
