<p> <p>I hate asking people for money.</p> <p>But then again, I also hate running, so I might as well do both.</p> <p>I'm the West Lothian Courier's sports reporter and I want your cash.</p> <p>I'm running a marathon to raise money for a multiple sclerosis charity after my sister's partner was diagnosed with the illness earlier this year.</p> <p>The truth is that the marathon idea came first, after a few drinks and a bet in a pub. But once my pal and I agreed to attempt it, fundraising for the MS Society made perfect sense.</p> <p>Now raising money for the charity is the most important thing and I want your help.</p> <p>If you can't decide whether to donate or not, have a look at the <a title="Running Scared" href="http://blogs.westlothiancourier.co.uk/runningscared/">blog</a> I've been running and see how much I've been struggling!</p> <p>I've no experience in running and I started the challenge nearly two stone overweight, so I'll definitely be working for the money!</p> <p>So please dig deep and donate now.</p> </p>