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Unfortunately due to the ongoing pandemic of COVID19 all the marathons that Mike signed up for have been postponed until further notice. However, we are still incredibly grateful for all the money raised so far for Ned's Fund and the amount of training Mike has done. We are hoping everyone stays safe during these difficult times and we hope to update you all soon with the new proposed dates of the runs.
Mike Swinyard is currently well and truly underway with completing his ten marathons in six months! On the 19th January Mike completed his first marathon which was based in Madeira. He did an amazing job and managed to complete it with a time of 5 hours 7 minutes. Shortly after, Mike completed his second marathon which was based in Marrakech. He absolutely smashed it and his official time was 4 hours 27 minutes . What an incredible and amazing achievement already - two marathons in the space of 8 days and in the soaring heat ! We are so proud of all his determination and hard work he has put in - bring on Seville! Read below to hear how Mike found them... |
"I am running these Marathons for Ned's Fund because I want to challenge myself beyond what I think is possible for someone who has limited running experience. I chose Ned's Fund as my charity as I always prefer to work with smaller charities where the donations will make a larger impact on their total goal. I also believe strongly in Ned's Fund structure and goals, allowing the Fund to invest in new innovative ways to impact teenagers and young adults. I am very aware of how easy it is for children to get lost in the education system at both ends when children are under or overwhelmed with the learning material. I don't feel the education system will change anytime soon, so I think entities like Ned's Fund are crucial to bridge the gap before it does.
Madeira
The Madeira Marathon in Funchal was my first marathon of the challenge and indeed ever! It is also probably the smallest marathon race I have run, with only ~350 people running the full race. This gave the race a relaxing feeling which was perfect for my first time.
The circuit is a looped circuit broken down into three sections. This was particularly challenging mentally as you don't get to focus on new scenery.
Overall the marathon was a perfect initial race, with many aid stations along the way. I have been having problems with my IT band, so I decided to keep a slow pace to try and not further injure myself
Marrakech
Contrasting to the Madeira Marathon, the Marrakech Marathon has been running for 31 years and has thousands of participants. The race was well organised and is a very flat single loop around the outer sections of the city.
I managed to secure a time or 4 hours and 27 minutes which I am proud of as my IT Band caused me pain for 80% of the distance. It was a very enjoyable marathon and I thoroughly enjoyed my first visit to the crazy city of Marrakech"
Madeira
The Madeira Marathon in Funchal was my first marathon of the challenge and indeed ever! It is also probably the smallest marathon race I have run, with only ~350 people running the full race. This gave the race a relaxing feeling which was perfect for my first time.
The circuit is a looped circuit broken down into three sections. This was particularly challenging mentally as you don't get to focus on new scenery.
Overall the marathon was a perfect initial race, with many aid stations along the way. I have been having problems with my IT band, so I decided to keep a slow pace to try and not further injure myself
Marrakech
Contrasting to the Madeira Marathon, the Marrakech Marathon has been running for 31 years and has thousands of participants. The race was well organised and is a very flat single loop around the outer sections of the city.
I managed to secure a time or 4 hours and 27 minutes which I am proud of as my IT Band caused me pain for 80% of the distance. It was a very enjoyable marathon and I thoroughly enjoyed my first visit to the crazy city of Marrakech"
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Marathons 2020:
Mike Swinyard: Mike will be running ten marathons in six months in 2020 all for Ned's Fund. The marathons that he is planning on running are as follows... Funchal, Madeira ----------------19 Jan 2020 Marrakech, Morocco ----------- 26 Jan 2020 Seville, Spain ----------------------- 23 Feb 2020 Valletta, Malta --------------------- 1 Mar 2020 Barcelona, Spain ----------------- 15 Mar 2020 Rome, Italy -------------------------- 5 Apr 2020 London, UK ------------------------- 26 Apr 2020 Varna, Bulgaria -------------------- 10 May 2020 Mont Saint-Michel, France --- 24 May 2020 Tromso, Norway ------------------ 21 Jun 2020 You can donate to his Just Giving page below. https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/10marathons6months Henry Harris: Henry is aiming to run the Barcelona marathon in 2020 alongside Mike. You can donate to their Just Giving Page here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/izzieandhenrymarathon |
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