Nicholas John Dring

He's only gone and done it!

Sunday 6th Oct

Hello everyone, I wanted to share some exciting news with you all. Today, I successfully completed the half-marathon 'LA MEZZA TRA LE BAIE' in Sestri Levante! It was a great experience and despite not finishing at the top, I made it through without any issues. To top it off, I even had enough energy for a final sprint at the end! Attached is a photo of me proudly displaying my medal.

I appreciate all your support throughout this journey! Looking forward to the next challenge!

Best regards,
Nick

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Less than two months to go!

Wednesday 17th Jul

Hello everyone,

Next Sunday will be 7 weeks until the big event! I just wanted to let you all know how my training is going.

A few weeks ago, I started reading the Runner's World Big Book of Marathon and Half-Marathon Training which was a great help in understanding the process involved. As a result, I’ve changed my routine, and now I have a day-to-day work plan that takes me all the way up to September 8 race day. It's great because I know every single day what I'm doing.

One of the biggest issues living here and training is the heat, which I hadn't really thought about. As I write this message at 9 pm, the temperature outside is 26°C. Tomorrow it's predicted to be 34°C! To avoid these temperatures, I'm having to get up at 5 and 6 am to beat the heat! Scorchio!

So, I'm nearly at my £350 fundraising goal. I just need another £75, and then I'll be there. Parkinson's is a terrible disease; up until recently, I thought it was something you might get in your old age. But a few weeks ago, an old friend of mine who is my own age has been diagnosed with it - which brings it all home. So please note that any donations large or small are much appreciated!

Cheers!

Nick

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