45 marathons run 55 to go!
Next Appearance: TBA
Simon Buckden is an ex-soldier who was forced to leave the Army due to suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). In order to raise awareness of PTSD Simon came up with the mad idea to run 100 marathons in 100 weeks!
Simon is completely self-funded and relies on the help and donations of others to help him achieve this fantastic feat.
Follow Simon's progress as he attempts this insane challenge
http://www.raceto100.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/dreamstimefree_2237922-199x300.jpgAfter having such a tough week last week I didn’t see this coming, one of the most positive weeks I’ve had in a long time! Great news!
The week started with me pushing my training plan to one side, convincing myself that I was too busy. I knew that I wasn’t, and that I needed to do something about it pretty quickly. So, I got on the phone to Simon miserable and half in tears, and after a bit of a motivational pep talk I got off the phone with half a smile on my face and ready for a run.
http://www.raceto100.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/itunes.jpgAfter food poisoning kept him in bed (and the bathroom!) last week Simon is back and ready for his next marathon. Simon attends Remembrance Sunday, has some words of wisdom for Chris and is raring to get out there and …