I'll be able to hit my fundraising target of £2000 with 3p per step! (even though it'll take 62,926 steps in the London Marathon 2020)

This is my first marathon which is a huuuuuuuuuge physical and mental challenge. Training is proving to be tough, it's not easy to find the hours to get the miles in, especially with the cold and dark evenings.

The next few months will be devoted to training which means a lack of social life, sleep and a whole lotta pain. However, knowing that my efforts will result in this great charity being able to continue their work motivates me to get out there and get it done.

Epping Forest Reuse is a charity that supports people in need in the Epping Forest district whilst also helping protect the environment. They sell repurposed/recycled furniture, white goods and household items at affordable prices to those on income based benefits and in some instances, given away for free.

Epping Forest Reuse is a very local charity to me and I'm their only runner in the marathon this year so no pressure, right?