Since I have become more interested in running, I really enjoyed watching the London Marathon this morning. Watching the elite runners was impressive but I felt truly inspired by the people of Britain, people from every community and walk of life who took part to raise money for so many good causes. Even during the economic crisis, people are prepared to go that extra mile to help others and we should we proud of all that the London Marathon represents! Congratulations to everyone who took part, particularly to those who entertained the cheering crowds with such creative costumes!
As usual a number of celebrities also took part in this year’s marathon to raise money and awareness for charities close to their own hearts. Of particular interest to me, the Irish Singer/ Actor Keith Duffy and the Olympic medal-wining cyclist Chris Boardman ran for the National Autistic Society (NAS). Since Keith’s nine year old daughter Mia, was diagnosed with Autism at 18 months Keith has worked tirelessly to raise awareness of Autism and money for related charities but this year was his first marathon. He completed his first ever marathon in an impressive 3 hours 52 minutes and was very emotional when interviewed by Sue Barker across the finishing line.
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPviadg2N2k&feature=related)
Chris has been working closely with the NAS for a few years now and completed the marathon in 3 hours 19 minutes, despite problems with his ankle!
As usual a number of celebrities also took part in this year’s marathon to raise money and awareness for charities close to their own hearts. Of particular interest to me, the Irish Singer/ Actor Keith Duffy and the Olympic medal-wining cyclist Chris Boardman ran for the National Autistic Society (NAS). Since Keith’s nine year old daughter Mia, was diagnosed with Autism at 18 months Keith has worked tirelessly to raise awareness of Autism and money for related charities but this year was his first marathon. He completed his first ever marathon in an impressive 3 hours 52 minutes and was very emotional when interviewed by Sue Barker across the finishing line.
(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPviadg2N2k&feature=related)
Chris has been working closely with the NAS for a few years now and completed the marathon in 3 hours 19 minutes, despite problems with his ankle!
In total 139 runners completed the marathon in aid of NAS raising an incredible £250,000 for the Society. Well done to all of you, a truly fantastic result!
For more information on NAS please visit http://www.nas.org.uk
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