Send us a textA marathon can be a personal summit, but this time the climb has a bigger view. I’m running the London Marathon to support Whizz Kidz, the UK’s leading charity for young wheelchair users, and I’m sharing the plan, the purpose, and the gritty bits that make 42 km possible. You’ll hear how a tailored wheelchair can transform a child’s daily life, from school corridors to sports pitches, and why funding equipment and skills is the difference between watching from the sidelines and joining in.I pull back the curtain on my training week, from low‑heart‑rate recovery runs to steady efforts, tempo blocks, and long runs that teach the mind to stay calm when the legs want out. We get practical about fuelling and gut training, the pre‑run meals that never backfire, and the recovery habits that keep you moving after a back flare-up. I talk through strength and mobility, the once‑a‑week ice bath, and building a life that actually fits the plan around work, kids, and early alarms. A recent 10K PB shows how stacking quiet, consistent weeks builds the kind of confidence you can’t fake on race day.Whizz Kidz sits at the heart of every mile. We explore the real costs of specialist wheelchairs, the programs that build independence and leadership, and the relief families feel when a child finally gets the right fit. London still has the best atmosphere I’ve ever raced in, and this time the crowd noise doubles as a reminder that purpose beats pain when the final stretch bites. If this story moves you, share it with a friend, spread the word about Whizz Kidz, or support the fundraiser through the link. Subscribe for updates, leave a review to help others find the show, and tell me what challenge you’re training for next.To find out more, visit https://www.whizz-kidz.org.uk/To donate, please visit my Just Giving Page 

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