Rich Woodhams is fundraising for Get Kids Going

Rich Woodhams' Fundraising Page

Flora London Marathon 2009

on 26/04/2009

Passing mile 13. Very casual

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Raising money for

Get Kids Going

Charity Registration No. 1063471

Get Kids Going! helps disabled children take part in sport by providing specialist sports wheelchairs, sports grants and year round support. They can then compete in marathons, triathlons, tennis, athletics, skiing, rugby, basketball etc. With your help, many could become Paralympic champions and world record holders.

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Rich Woodhams

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Raised: 138%

Target: £2,000.00
Raised so far: £2,763.52

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My story

There's nothing quite like the second day after the marathon.

By now the muscle soreness reaches it's peak and getting around (especially down stairs) becomes a real challenge.

I just wanted to send you all a very quick note, to thank you all again for the wonderfull generosity, plus report back on what was truly fabulous experience for me. I wouldn't have experienced that, without your support.

Despite the heat, I really exceeded my expectations on the day. The significant volume of training that I had banked, meant that I could dip fairly heavily into the physical overdraft, I had worked hard to create. Having set myself an objective of 3hrs 45mins, I actually managed 3hrs 43mins, which sets a new personal best for me by about 10 mins. For any other 'running bores', my pace was steady at about 8mins, 20, per mile till things started to go a bit wobbly at about mile 22. From then on, it was just a slog to keep moving forward without stopping. From this point, I lumbered on at about 9 min per mile.

For those that haven't seen any press coverage, the day ended up being much warmer than anticipated (a bit reminiscent of 2007's marathon, my first, where I struggled to do a 4hrs 12) and I recall passing Gordon Ramsay (that lightweight) again at around mile 20. The crowd support was electric and there was a good many friends and family dotted around the course to help spur me on. Their presence really did add a massive boost.

More importantly, the charity total for Get Kids Going stands at a whopping £2,700, which way and above exceeds my target and anticipated level of sponsorship.

Thanks you all, for making that incredible day a reality.

That's it for my charity efforts for 09. I have a place for the Berlin marathon in September this year and am starting to look at training plans that could perceivably see me complete a 3hr 30...something (training that will start, once I can walk a little better)!

Thanks again

	Late I know but I made it none the less Donation by John sawyer 26/05/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Well done Rich, sorry its late. Donation by Gemma Smyth 29/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	It was great to see you do it. We'll give £100 next time if you wear the mankini ! Donation by Dave, Sue, Aaron & Sam 27/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Congrats on the time! Donation by Claire Butchers 27/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Sorry it's late Rich - well done!! Donation by Conor 27/04/09	£26.22 + £7.40 Gift Aid
	Good luck Rich - hope all goes well ! Donation by Gavin Coley 26/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good luck , Hope to see you, x Donation by Steve,Tracy,Molly and Alfie 26/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Enjoy the day.Good Luck. Donation by David Eacott 25/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	See you along the way Rich! Donation by Paul Oliveira 24/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Best of luck Donation by Regan & Tony 24/04/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Every best wish, you're always an inspiration to me so much so I'm going for a beer now Donation by Barry Le Page 24/04/09	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	You set an example, yet another inspirational post finish picture. Donation by Neil Riddington 24/04/09	£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid
	Keep running! Donation by Laura Bramble 23/04/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	Best of luck Richie Boy. If you're starting on the 23rd though I 'm not sure you'll need it! You should win by miles!! Donation by Webbo 21/04/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	All the best!! Donation by Simon B 21/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Have a great race! Donation by Nicholl Paskell-Mede 20/04/09	£100.00
	Go for it! Donation by John Pollock 15/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	I think you should stop now - its just showing off!! Donation by Lou-lou 03/04/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	All the best Rich Donation by Phil Manning 02/04/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	Good luck - again !! Donation by Anson 02/04/09	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	Good luck Rich from everyone at McLarens Young International Donation by Gary Brown 31/03/09	£100.00
	Great strategy, go for it. Donation by Martin Francis 30/03/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Have a great run Rich. Appreciate your effort! Donation by Chris Kneppers 26/03/09	£100.00
	Get those little legs running richie boy! Donation by Lozza 25/03/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good on ya Rich Donation by Kent Chaplin 23/03/09	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Donation by Peter Hagen 20/03/09	£100.00
	I suggest carb loading with beer for your new racing strategy. Donation by Bob Robinson 20/03/09	£26.00 + £7.33 Gift Aid
	save some for Berlin Donation by Wilkie 20/03/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	You are barking and a marathon bore! Donation by charlie glaisher 20/03/09	£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid
	Wishing you cool running Donation by Philip Box 19/03/09	£50.00

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Gift Aid plus supplement:	£323.38

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