Taking on 10 marathons in 10 days for the Brathay Trust in May 2027 is the kind of challenge that sounds like a typo, a bad idea, or the result of losing a bet. Unfortunately, it's none of those. It's completely real, and I've somehow volunteered for it!

Over 10 consecutive days, I'll be attempting to run 262 miles around Lake Windemere. By around Day 3, I'll probably be questioning my life choices. By Day 6, I'll be speaking fluent nonsense. By Day 10, I'll either be unstoppable or moving exclusively at the speed of continental drift.

But every mile, blister, aching muscle and questionable decision has a purpose. I'm taking on this challenge to raise money for a cause that means a great deal to me, and your support will help keep me putting one foot in front of the other when every part of my body is suggesting otherwise.

If you'd like to support me, any donation, big or small, will make a huge difference. Think of it this way: I'm doing the running so you don't have to. All you need to do is click a button from the comfort of a chair, sofa, or preferably somewhere with snacks.

Thank you for your encouragement, donations and faith that I'll still be able to walk normally by the end of May 2027. Together, we can make a real difference and prove that with enough determination (and possibly ibuprofen), extraordinary things are possible.

10 marathons. 10 days. One slightly questionable runner. One fantastic cause. Let's do this! 🏃‍♂️💪😄

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