The highest mountains in North Africa and Western Europe. The biggest half marathon in the world, my first full marathon and other races bringing the total to 111 miles of competitive running. All in 2009... why?
On August 7th 2008 my Grandad (John Moore) passed away, having suffered two strokes in quick succession a fortnight before. It was a really tough couple of weeks, which was made that bit easier by the fantastic care/support given to him and us by hospital staff.
The Stroke Association do amazing work in research to help reduce the number of people who have strokes and provide support to those affected, I'd love to be able to help them to do more.
In 2009, I'll be pushing myself by completing the following activities, which I hope will help raise much needed money and awareness for The Stroke Association.
March - Mount Toubkal (4167m) - Winter Ascent of highest peak in North Africa
I reached the summit despite deep snow and poor visibility just after 1pm on March the 11th.
August - Mont Blanc (4810m) - Highest peak in Western Europe
On the 5th August at 1am (GMT) I set off for the summit, at 8:15am after an exhausting climb in strong winds/very low temperatures, I stood on top of Western Europe. And then descended down to Chamonix to complete 15hrs of walking/climbing for the day.
September - Great North Run - The biggest half marathon in the world
Considered one of the biggest and most important half marathons in the world, I ran the 13.1 miles from Newcastle/Gateshead to the sea in 1:56:51 (6mins faster than my previous best time).
November - New York Marathon - My first full marathon
And to finish off, I ran 26.22 miles through the boroughs of New York on Sunday November 1st in 4:41:22 to finish 29,295 out of around 64,000 runners.
As well as that, I ran various other races, wearing a Stroke Association top to raise awareness and get in shape for the bigger events above.
February 22nd - Brighton Half Marathon (2hrs 5mins 3secs)
April 12th - Belvoir Half Marathon (1hrs 57mins 25secs)
May 10th - Hinckley Half Marathon (2hrs 6mins 19secs)
June 14th - Potters Arf Marathon in Stoke (2hrs 8mins 55secs)
July 19th - Sherwood Pines 10k (48mins 55secs)
October 11th - Leicester Half Marathon (1hrs 46mins 57secs)
You can follow me all the way in 2009 on my blog or through a Facebook group I've setup.
Any amount of money you can donate will be really appreciated.
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Raised:
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Raised so far: £966.22
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Good luck. Savour the experience! Donation by Ed Hart on 24/07/09 |
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Hope you have a great time mate! Donation by Andy Babic on 22/07/09 |
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Good luck Ian Donation by David Moore on 22/07/09 |
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Good luck Ian! Donation by Hash and Harry from Colourkit on 20/07/09 |
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Reached £4000 on my page today, celebrating by donating to another - you!! Your challenges are AMAZING, good luck with everything :-) Donation by Angela Higgins on 20/05/09 |
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Well done on what you've done so far and good luck for everything you've yet to do! x Donation by Emily P on 16/05/09 |
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Good Luck Ian! Donation by Gemma LPW on 27/04/09 |
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Good luck Donation by Pete Francis on 17/04/09 |
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Cream egg please... Donation by Becky Laughton on 12/04/09 |
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Well done climbing Mount Toubkal Donation by Nan & John on 04/04/09 |
£10.00 |
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Donation by John Harris on 24/03/09 |
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Keep going mate! Donation by Phil Pickering on 23/03/09 |
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Very inspiring Ian, good luck Donation by Lucy & Chris Phillips & Evans on 06/03/09 |
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Rather you than me . . . Donation by Matt Laws on 06/03/09 |
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Don't look down... Donation by Leon on 05/03/09 |
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I want to see some media photos from the summit! Donation by Tamara on 05/03/09 |
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Good Luck Ian Donation by Faye Loseby on 05/03/09 |
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Enjoy Your Trip - I'm jealous! Donation by Katie on 01/03/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Donation by Mike & Tina on 01/03/09 |
£20.00 |
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Good Luck Ian! I hope you achieve all of your goals! Donation by Jody Acum on 28/02/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Told you central africa is the future! Donation by formby on 27/02/09 |
£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid |
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For a jog by the seaside - just a warm up for challenges to come :) Donation by David Moore on 22/02/09 |
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this is for brighton beach, marilyn monroe and your grandad. keep your eye on sally and watch out for bulldogs. Goodluck : ) Donation by Anne on 21/02/09 |
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| * Total raised online: | £946.22 |
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| Offline donations: | £20.00 |
| Mobile donations: | £0.00 |
| Total Raised: | £966.22 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £214.36 |
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