Time: 4:48Q: What was the best moment (excluding the finish)?A: Seeing my wife and family at mile 24 and getting a big snog to send me on my way for the last 2.4 miles. That moment and the massive cheer from fellow forumites at Mudchute made
from fellow forumite Legless at mile (although don't tellhis wife).My worst moment was sitting down at mile 4, feeling light-headed with a veryhigh temperature and kicking myself for being an idiot and not listening tomedical advice and running whilst
, then the endorphins took effect. I went through a difficult patch psychologically quite early on, but by the time I reached Tower Bridge I was fine again; looking out for faster Forumites coming back on the other side of the road kept me running until Mile 15. After
forumites for the first time. And what a great crowd of people! They really made the weekend. A special mention has to go to the spectator with a baby - I tripped over a speed bump, twisted my knee and staggered to the side of the road .. suddenly I just
somehow missed the forumites at mile 18. I was lookingforward to seeing Fraggle and Dr Nic, hugging them both and assuring themthat I didn't mean any of the things I had said about them on the forum!Was aiming for 3.45 . Couldn't believe my luck when
Benjamin, like my brother was last year. It was great to meet the other forumites afterwards. Doing things differently... wouldn't do London with any particular time in mind. Too many people and I think you miss out on some of the atmosphere. I would
was key to my success. It kept me going when at times, I found it tough.Celebrating: Already celebrated with forumites on Sunday evening but will continue to do so at the next RW social in London.Index of all quotesNext quote
rucksack, packed full of loads of free stuff (worth more than £40 in total). Hurry, they sell out quick!Join The Mile 17 CrewDon't forget to look out for an amazing bunch of forumites near Mudchute (Mile 17). This year Sister Bad Habit and Tickled Pink
forumites, both trotting past (pausing only for a chat and a handful of jelly babies), and lending voice to the cheering.I spent a joyous race handing out baggies of jelly babies and various chocolate goodies to grateful hungry runners. It was all I could do
constant source of advice and inspiration over the past few months, and meeting up with forumites prior to the race was a highlight of the day. I missed the mile 18 supporters (I have no idea how!), but felt encouraged simply knowing they were there
