shouting 'come on Kitty, not far to go' was amazing, just because they were total strangers willing me on. It was also great to meet other forum members at the start - and thank you especially to Plodding Hippo who helped me keep calm and gave some sound
from the forum at the bandstand beforehand, but combination of trains and queuing for the loos meant we missed each other. I was really nervous waiting in pen 9 to set off and a big thanks to the fireman runner who gave me a hug and said
me to get training for next year's marathon.The keys to finishing the course were doing the best I could to stick to the RW schedule for 4hr running from Day 1 and then joining the 4hr forum for day-to-day support. Wouldn't have had a clue what I
driven my wife to Vauxhall to be with her and wish her well. I got back home at about 4:45 a.m. but couldn't sleep with all the excitement. I had just run through Canary Wharf when the news came through via my wife and mobile phone that my beautiful
– the runnersworld website and forums – I know I sound like a creep, but as a new runner the articles and other members gave me so much invaluable advice and support. And most definitely, my boyfriend and my friends and family. They never tired of hearing me worry
the Highway the lead group of elite men came past on the other side having done 22 miles. They got a huge round of applause from the runners alongside me and it reminded me that I was taking part in the same event as them. Fantastic.Worst moment: my calf
3:00 TO 4:00 (Page 9) Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 -->Jon Hull, 4:00What an amazing eventThe best part: every single mile, where spectators are cheering and routing for you. A truly democratic sport - what a feeling.The worst moment: about
on what fantastic support I had in hospital, from my wife and kids, family, friends and colleagues. What a race! Thanks to Flora and everybody involved in arranging such a great event. CdK, 5:47Photo: www.richk.co.ukThe day had dawned! Like many thousands
that set me right back. I didn't get any physio until June, and have only just got back to a fit state - I've missed all my long rides as a result and it is now too late to make up the time. At my test event - the Bala half ironman at the start of June – I
