Hi, this is Steve,

Thanks for visiting my fundraising page.

As many of you know, this will be my first marathon challenge.  I am training really hard and determined to reach the finish line, no matter how long it takes.  I will keep you updated with my training on this page.  I am hoping this marathon will not entail broken bones.

The cause I am proud to be running for is called Tall Ships Youth Trust.  It is a local trust that helps youths, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, to learn how to sail.  Check out their website www.tallships.org

I am hoping to raise as much money as possible, please donate however much you can afford so that we can give youths a chance to learn a new sport and new skills. 

14/02: At the moment I am in my 5th week of training, which has started well.  I did a 13 mile run which was followed by a rest day, and this Monday I went out hill training with a group, so far so good.

05/04 Entering the last few weeks of training, still going well.  It has been tough, not so many miles to do and hope not to pick up an injury now .                                                                                                                                              

18/04 Just finished my last long training run before the marathon, all went well.  I think that was one of the toughest weeks on the training schedule.  Just the big one to go!! I would like to thank everyone who has donated to the Tall Ships Youth Trust and I hope someone gets a lot of enjoyment out of what they do on their sailing adventure  I am glad to support it.  I would also like to thank my fellow training buddies; Bob, Sarah, Kelly, Sharon and our main leader Denise, now LETS DO IT!!

27/04:  Marathon is over, very good day!!  Weather was good, just a little hot.  Thanks for the support everyone has given me before, during and after the race, especially to the Gosport Road Runner supporters who were great along the course!  Also thanks to Kellee for being my running buddy along the 26 miles...please carry on with the donations as I havent quite reached my target!!

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Tall Ships Youth Trust gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

So please sponsor me now!

Thanks again to all who sponsor me,

Steve!