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12/01/2011 13:26:43

Peter.Rae

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Hi all.

I've been lucky enough to be running as part of Richard Branson's team this year. I'm running for Virgin Unite / Make-a-wish foundation.

I'm really looking forward to the challenge, quite nervous aswell.

Nice to meet everyone.

All the best
Peter.

22/01/2011 20:56:12

Fay.Fairbrother

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Hi All,

I'm running my first marathon this year for cancer research uk. Any one else? Any one got any tips as it's my first?

Fay

25/01/2011 15:56:05

Rachel.Nightingale

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Hi

My first Marathon. - What was i thinking. My mom had a stroke early 2010 so i am running for The Stroke Association. Anyone else running for them?

I'm worried not gonna be able to raise the money pledged - does this really matter anyone know?

I have ran 13 miles so far, was ok just so cold!!!!!!!!! keep plodding on hey!

Anyone know how far is recommended to run - i know not to do a complete marathon. I'm not doing the recommended training plan i'm sorry i do not have time to run everyday of the week so i got 2 - 3times for a fairly decent session then twice a month for a biggy.

Soz about all the questions

29/01/2011 15:08:19

Steve.Goodwin

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Hi everyone
My name is Steve Goodwin and this will be my first marathon
I'm trying to raise as much money for the NSPCC as possible

I've lost over 50lbs in weight in preparation
Please visit my fundraising page to view my story, its very funny......ALL TRUE
Good luck everyone
See you all on the 17th !!
http://www.virginmoneygiving.com/SteveGoodwin

31/01/2011 15:29:33

David.White

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I'm running for The Samaritans, that's me in all their recent posters

Anyone know how far is recommended to run

a 20 mile run under your belt about 2-3 weeks prior to VLM

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13/02/2011 15:40:19

Annie (Annette).Foulds

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Hi My name is Annie Foulds and I am running for Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital.

Personal and intense.

On Sunday 17 April 2011, I will be running the London Marathon to raise vital funds for Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity. Why, because our son 'Jack' was diagnosed with a very rare and dangerous pancreatic cancer. He is only 10 years old, and such a wonderful boy!

Without the help of the dedicated team at Great Ormond Street Hospital, our son 'Jack' would not be here today! The wonderful people and facilities at Great Ormond Street make it a very special place indeed, where families can feel relaxed and secure.

Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity needs to raise over £50 million each year to make sure the hospital remains the world-class pioneering institution it is today. Support from fundraising events like this helps them to buy vital equipment, fund pioneering research and most importantly rebuild and refurbish some of their hospital site. This redevelopment will allow them to replace inconvenient , cramped outdated wards with new facilities where parents like us can sleep alongside their child and will mean that children have more space in which to get well!

Please, visit my page sponsorship page and make a donation, it will make an enormous difference to so many children and their families, now and forever!

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/AnnieFoulds-1

Thank you so much - big kiss!

Thank you so much for visiting my page.

01/03/2011 14:09:40

Lisa.Ryan

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Hi, I am Lisa Ryan and I am running for a charity called Rathbone (working with disadvantaged young peopl). This is my first every marathon and I am slightly concerned about the lack of training.........anyway I will give it my best shot! Good luck everyone!

01/03/2011 16:16:56

Gary.Llewellyn

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Hi i'm Gary Llewellyn I am Running for Cancer Research Wales

This is my 1st ever Run and Marathon, so a little bit nervous as the time gets closer, this charity means a lot to me as my grandfather died of cancer and also my mother was diagnosed with cervical cancer but is now is clear.

If you can sponsor me please do at

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/GaryLlewellyn

Thanks in advance

Gary

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12/03/2011 20:22:36

weggy71

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Hi
My name is John and I am running the Marathon for the first time. I am running for Crimestoppers charity.
I am a novice to any thing over 10k, which I have only run once in an organised event.
I began training properly for this in January and have run 180 miles to date, including two 20 mile runs which I ran alone in 3 hours a time.
I am excited to be part of this great event and the only concern I have is hydration, as this is what I struggle with on my long runs.
I began a programme but stopped as it was not pushing me hard enough. I have to run 5.25 miles to work daily and this was too far down the plan for me to complete.
Good luck to everyone who is running and maybe see a few of you at the Expo or on the course. I am coming down to London on the Thursday to register.
John

13/03/2011 23:22:03

George.Hillyard

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I am running in this years Virgin London Marathon for Great Ormond Street Hospital.

This place is very close to our families heart.

Our youngest son was born with a unilateral cataract and as a result of this has minimal sight in his left eye.

GOSH have been fantastic and we make regular visits for tests and check-ups.It is now my turn to do something for the hospital and raise as much as possible.

Please feel free to make a donation, whether big or small, it all helps!

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/GeorgeHitHardHillyard
http://www.georgehithardhillyard.com

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16/03/2011 10:25:03

lizdocs

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I'm running my first ever marathon for breast cancer care as my mum had treatment for breast cancer in 2009, she is still doing really well and breast cancer care offer loads of information and support when it is most needed.

24/03/2011 23:32:39

Nick.Brisley

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I will be running the London Marathon for Breakthrough Breast Cancer.

Breast Cancer will affect 1 in 8 women during their life. This is a statistic which I was amazed to learn after an employee experienced breast cancer at the age of 37 and raised my awareness.

Please visit my page and read my blog about my efforts and training and please support me if you can, so many people are affected by Breast cancer so help me support Breakthrough and follow this link:

www.virginmoneygiving.com/NickBrisley

Thank you.

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04/04/2011 20:53:22

Kobus.Smith

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Hi

The day before th entries for charities closed I decided to run the marathon and raise money for Get Kids Going! This will be my first attempt at the London marathon or any marathon for that matter. I've completed a half marathon 18 years ago and crammed in my training in 8 weeks for this. Money raising is a bit slow though.

Kobus Smith

02/10/2011 13:10:48

ESTHER.DALZELL

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Hi, I'm from Belfast and am running (and walking!) for WSPA (World Society for Protection of Animals) and it will be my first marathon. I am a complete beginner having only done one 5k before and walked haha but I will get there for the animals!!

Good luck everyone!! feel free to add me on facebook x

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