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Alison Merrett

Run 50/50 2026

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Why I'm fundraising for Parkinson's UK

Thank you for visiting my fundraising page! I’m taking part in Run 50/50 for Parkinson’s UK, running 50 miles in 50 days to support the Parkinson’s community which has helped my dad.

Dad has been living with Parkinson’s for 13 years. Over time, it has progressed to an advanced stage where symptoms are more complex. It has changed so much about daily life — simple things many of us don’t think twice about are constant challenges for him.

What Parkinson’s hasn’t taken away is dad’s determination, resilience and his sense of humour.

If you’re able to sponsor me, I’d be so grateful. Every penny helps fund groundbreaking research and life-changing support for people living with Parkinson’s.

Thank you for your support 💙
 

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Day 14 - Kingsway Parkrun

Saturday 14th Mar
It was a lovely morning for Parkrun. I was planning to take it steady but ran a little quicker. I got my pacing right today. I managed to build the run properly, getting quicker with each km and finished stronger than I started.
So pleased to be over the 20 mile mark.

Run 4 - Thursday night club run

Thursday 12th Mar
The wind was howling and the rain was lashing against the window so it was an effort to get out the door for this run.
The conditions made it tough from the start. It wasn't a night for PBs it was just about getting the run done and adding 3.7 miles to the total.

Day 8 - stretching the distance

Sunday 8th Mar
Today I pushed things a little further.
With Gloucester 10k fast approaching, I realised I hadn't covered 10k since mid-December, so I wanted to make sure my legs remembered what it felt like.
Rather than focusing on pace, today was all about distance and confidence.
On to the next run.

A small milestone and a step up in mileage

Saturday 7th Mar
Today marks day 7 of the challenge and I've ticked off almost 8 miles this week. It might not sound like a huge number, but for me it is a shift in routine.
Normally I run between 3 and 5 miles a week, so to complete this challenge I need to increase my weekly mileage. To help me push the total a bit higher I did a 5K tempo run with my running club the other evening.
I don't run in the dark very often. This is mainly due to the uneven pavements. The risk of tripping over a raised edge is much higher and is at the back of my mind.
Still, getting out with the club made the miles more enjoyable and reminded me how motivating it can be to run with others.
Now it is time to see what week 2 brings.



Day 1

Sunday 1st Mar
The first day of my Run 50/50 challenge kicked off the best possible way - with a brilliant fun run in Cheltenham covering just over 7K.
Thankfully the rain decided to hold off so running conditions were good.
Almost 5 miles done and only 45 to go.

Thank you to my sponsors

£79.50

David, Helen & Ralph

Go Sis!!

£50

Sheila Reynolds

Great work Alison. My brother has Parkinson’s so I really appreciate what you are doing.

£53.32

Merretts At Overton

£20

Kate Silvey

Go Alison a great challenge you can do it! Thinking of you and your family. 🏆❤️

£11.33

Sarah Chubb

Go Alison! Good luck! x

£21.84

Sally And Keith Withers

Go Alison!!

£11.33

Charlotte Hart ( Withers )

What a great cause - am sure you will do amazingly! Just one foot in front of the other and repeat!!

£26.45

Alison Merrett