If I'm going to run a race I'd like to make the most of the opportunity to raise money for a charity that does a lot for seafarers. It's all about making a difference, and I appreciate the work that Stella Maris does that to support seafarers (unfortunately because not all shipowners do the right thing).

I don't want to be one of *those people* asking for sponsorship, but here I am yet again, and it's a good cause.

My sub 1-hour, 10km times are definitely behind me but Stella Maris does great work and I'm only asking for £10 donation (for each 1km I'll run). I've only just begun regularly running 5km over the past six months after my foot operation last year, so it will be a challenge and means lots of training to get over the line.

However it's all for a great cause, so if you could please consider donating that would be appreciated.