My Updates
Counting down the days - 211 days or 7 months
Monday 29th SepThat’s another month ticked off and two races in the bag! The Great North Run was without doubt the best and worst race I’ve ever taken part in. On the one hand, it was my slowest time to date, I just couldn’t find my rhythm and pacing felt like a constant battle. On the other hand, the atmosphere was out of this world, easily the best I’ve ever experienced at a race.
Hot on its heels came the Stafford 10k, which I had the privilege of running alongside my 15 year old son. We crossed the line together in 53:28, which was even more impressive considering he was battling through a heavy cold on the day. A proud dad moment for sure.
A huge thank you again to everyone who has supported me so far – I’m now just £30 away from reaching my £400 target for Parkinson’s UK and SSAFA. Every donation makes such a difference, and it really keeps me motivated as the Bin2Paris challenge gets closer.
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8 Months to Paris The Journey Begins
Friday 29th Aug
“The Start” Sunday 17th August 2025
Sunday 17th AugI’d never even heard of Run2Paris until recently. Funny thing is, my late dad once did a charity cycle ride to Paris, so maybe it’s meant to be.
I only really got into running a couple of years ago, after a total hip replacement and finishing 25 years of service in the British Army. Since then, I’ve pushed myself through 10Ks, several half marathons, and even a full marathon. So this should be easy, right? Four half marathons in four days.
Sounds straightforward until you remember that I’ve never once crossed the finish line of a half and thought: “I’d love to do that again tomorrow… and the day after… and one more time after that!”
But I’ve committed. Training has already started, alongside five of my workmates. I love a challenge, and this will be exactly that, a test of mind and body like nothing I’ve done before.
Follow me on the journey to the start line at Wimbledon in May 2026, and all the way to Paris.
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From The Kerbs Of Stafford To The Cobble's Of Paris
Saturday 16th AugFive mates. Four days. A half marathon each day. A bucket list finish under the Eiffel Tower.
We’re 5 bin workers from Stafford running 225 miles from London to Paris in the Run2Paris relay, raising funds for Parkinson’s UK and SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity.
Every step takes us closer, please support our journey!
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Living Space Northern Limited
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Rosina
Good luck son, I'm so proud of you x
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Jan & John
Good luck lovely xxx
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Lyndsey
Fantastic, crazy but fantastic. Go for it you bionic man you!!
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Tyson Henning
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Bev Smith
Sure you will smash it - good luck
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Stephanie Eltringham
Wow, this is amazing Iain👊good luck with your training, and im sure you've will smash the challenge xx
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Neil Dundon
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Billy Mazella
Good luck mate 💪
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Jacob Bates
Good luck brother 💪 I'm sure you'll smash it!
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Dee And Albie
Sounds epic
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Anonymous
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Happy to support this Fantastic fundraising idea and to support great charities….. hope you enjoy!!!