On April 21st 2024 I will be running my first ever marathon!

I have always had a love/hate relationship with running (I only loved it when I had a football at my feet) but I entered the London Marathon ballot knowing there was a only a 3.5% chance I would actually get in. Safe to say my luck hasn't worked on lottery tickets, but I have a place and I'm going at the run with full force. The training itself will be a challenge, let alone the 26.2 mile course I need to get myself round.

I have however found the perfect motivation, fundraising for two amazing charities that are both close to my heart. They are as deserving as each other so I am hoping to raise £500 for each.

Parkinsons UK: https://www.justgiving.com/page/every-mile-counts-every-donation-matters

CRY: https://www.justgiving.com/page/every-mile-funds-a-cause

I know that times are tough but a donation of any size will be greatly appreciated as well as any words of encouragement or advice! You can follow my training journey on Strava or Instagram - canderson1805

Thank you!

Charlie.