Well they say that Charity begins in the home so this year I'm running The Loch Ness Marathon for The Yard, a cause very close to my heart.

The Yard where I work is one of the most deserving causes I can think of. I know your donation will be used to support access to adventurous play opportunities for disabled children and young people and to put it simply help foster a sense of fun, friendship and happiness in their lives.

Training has been going well and I'm hoping to break the 3 hour barrier if Nessie and the weather Gods are in a generous mood!

Feel free to cheer me in at the finish in Burgh Park Inverness on the day. I'm sure I'll need a boost to carry my veteran legs over the line!

Thanks for your generous support and I'll update you on my performance after the event.