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Written on 29.01.2020
In April 2020, it will be two years since I started my running journey with a Couch to 5K course. So what better way to mark that anniversary than with a full marathon in Brighton. The whole 26.2 miles. Eeek!
Outdoor running wasn't something that I thought I would enjoy or be any good at...(I really didn't like cross country at school!)...but I soon found a huge passion for it, that I never knew I had. Especially trail running or road running with great views. I'm very lucky that I live next to the sea and nearby forests to explore. The support of a great running club has made a massive difference. Social running is never dull.
I normally do races just for fun...but running my first marathon provides the perfect opportunity to help a worth while local cause.
I first heard about the Lifehouse charity when I took part in the Great South running weekend with colleagues back in October 2018. We jointly raised funds and I knew it was a charity I would like to support again. They do a fantastic job supporting the homeless and those with addictions in Southsea. If you can help at all please, that would be marvellous!
11-09-20 UPDATE
We all know Covid-19 tried to get in the way of us having fun. The Brighton marathon was of course cancelled. I was gutted. I am still determined to run a marathon though, as soon as I can!
The plan is to run the Portsmouth Coastal Marathon on 20th December. I'm about to properly restart my long distance training. I haven't let my fitness slip at all during lockdown ...so feeling ready to do this.
06-11-20 UPDATE
The Portsmouth Coastal marathon was cancelled in October, so a new plan was quickly hatched. My husband and I signed up to the God of Thunder II race at Denbies wine estates in Dorking. This was a 5K lapped event that took place on 1st November. We managed 8 laps for the full marathon distance! This wasn't a flat marathon. There was 2,600 feet of elevation thrown in for fun!
The medal was rather epic. See photo above.
I am so pleased we both managed to run our first marathons in 2020 after all!
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