I have always wanted to take part in a marathon because it is a challenge and I enjoy endurance sports. London Marathon is a particularly great way to get into long-distance racing because it will make me feel more a part of the city I love.

 

I spend all my free time in Richmond Park training as much as possible. I’ve always found the support from friends and family a vital part of the training. The people around me help to motivate me by not accepting any excuses and by creating a competitive atmosphere during training sessions.

 

I am happy I will be doing this for Back Up as for me the Trust’s mission is to get people to do something with themselves rather than moan about how difficult life in a wheelchair is. I hope that by racing in the London Marathon I can show people that there is nothing that disability stops them from doing – some things just need certain technical adjustment.