What started off as a far-fetched thought has in the meantime developed into an actual plan. I will be running the London Marathon 2018.

It took the first ten years of marriage, the demands of four wonderful children and the influence of a loving wife to correct a long-standing belief of mine.

It turns out keeping in shape is actually a physical state and not the responsibility of a good tailor after all!

In achieving my goal I also want to help others succeed in their own day-to-day challenges. I will therefore be running for the charity Age UK - for a self-determined later life.

This is where I need your help. Your support for the cause for which I am running would mean a lot to me.

Thank you so much, Matthäus