Three milestones, one marathon and a mission to support mental health services.

I turned 60 in September, Alex has just reached 21, and Patrick will celebrate his 30th in June. To mark these special occasions, we are taking on the challenge of running the Paris Marathon together. We are running to help raise money for Isle Listen, an incredible Isle of Man-based charity dedicated to providing mental health support. Having worked alongside their team, I have seen first-hand the passion and dedication that drive them. Their work changes lives, and we want to help them continue making a difference. I ran the New York Marathon in 2007 and London in 2012, but it is a long time since I have taken on the discipline of road running. I started training again in December, and for Alex and Patrick, this will be their first-ever marathon. The thought of tackling 26.2 miles together is both exciting and daunting! Our exercise programme is well underway and includes long runs, tempo sessions, speed work, hill training, and strength conditioning. We chose the Paris Marathon for its inspiring route, electric atmosphere, and, thankfully, its relatively flat course 🤣. We would truly appreciate your support. Whether it is a donation, a share, or a message of encouragement, every bit helps. #ButterworthsTogether #ParisMarathon2025 #IsleListen #MilesForMentalHealth