Marathon running and the blog gets popular

Well I've just got back from a few days away, and am shocked to see the blog has lept in views, which is brilliant news. 350 views - may not sound much, but for the team running this, knowing that so many people have already read it, its brilliant, and motivational. Also amazing to see just how many countries are now viewing - the stats are brilliant and the countries visiting so far are: UK, US, Germany, France, Cyprus, Hungary, Japan, New Zealand and Singapore.
So hello to all our friends round the world that are checking up on us and supporting us as the training starts (slowly for some of us!) And for all of those passing on the blog for others to read around the world thank you too. Now all we need is some sponsors ;-)

While sat in the sun, thinking about running (ahem!), taking a break from work for a few days (yes I know I should have actually gone running! And I did think about it........was lovely countryside for running too! but very hot!.......and I was on holiday), I got to see the London Marathon. Seeing the achievements that those taking part in it did makes me realise that running two half marathons in a month really shouldnt be that difficult! (but for us it is!) Some guys on the day of the marathon actually ran from the finish at 4am to the start, before running the main marathon - now thats just stupid!

So we may not be doing a marathon, but for those taking part, this is a massive challenge, and seeing all those runners taking part in the London marathon certainly is inspirational. I know I will be applying again this year and hoping that I manage to get a spot!! Special congratulations to Peter Sharp and Jen Avila, friends of Simone and I that took part and raised loads of money for Dreams come true and Shelter. An amazing effort by both of them especially given the very hot conditions on the day. Their next challenge - avoiding me as I try and persuade them to join team NRAS for the Royal Parks Half Marathon - come on guys you know you want to :-)

Anyway, only 173 days and both events will be completed hopefully!!! Better go and do some training.....

And if anyone has any ideas of additional things to add in to this blog, widgets, gadgets etc, please drop a comment or a note and will see what we can do.