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Sharon Owens

TCS London Marathon 2026

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My target 26 miles

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In April 2026, I will be running the TCS London Marathon—in support of Parkinson’s UK, a cause incredibly close to my heart.

My father, Michael, lived with Parkinson’s for several years, but sadly passed away in August 2022. My father had also ran the London Marathon in 1991, aged 48.

This journey is shared by my boyfriend, Clive. His father also lived with Parkinson’s and sadly passed away more recently in January 2025. 

We will be running side by side to honour both our fathers and to support the wider Parkinson’s community.

Parkinson’s is the fastest‑growing neurological condition in the world. Parkinson’s UK funds groundbreaking research and provides vital support for those living with the condition and their families. Every donation helps bring us closer to better treatments and, one day, a cure.

Please consider donating whatever you can. Your support will not only honour our father's, but also bring hope to thousands of families affected by Parkinson’s. Sharing this page with friends and family would mean the world to us.

Together, we can make a difference. Thank you for being part of this journey. 💙


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My updates

Week 15 🏃🏻🏃🏻‍♀️

Thursday 23rd Apr
Another great run, keeping a nice comfortable pace together.
Only 8 days to go😬

💙 Thank You to Our Amazing Raffle Prize Donors💙

Thursday 23rd Apr
We are thrilled to share that our Race Night fundraiser raised just over £2,650, and we couldn’t be more grateful. A huge thank you to all the incredible companies who donated raffle prizes — your generosity helped create a brilliant night and played a massive part in reaching such a fantastic total.

A special shout‑out to Chelsea, whose hard work and determination brought so many of these prizes together. We’re so thankful for everything she did.

Thank you for being part of something truly special.

💙 How thoughtful 💙

Thursday 16th Apr
Love these from Chels and Johnny 🥰

Week 14 🏃🏻‍♀️

Thursday 16th Apr
10 miles done on Sunday, and that was after a very busy and very successful fundraiser the night before AND helping Clive move out of his flat ( 120 flights of stairs climbed 😅) 
The run went well and although I felt tired, my legs didn't feel too bad 💪🏻

After our 22 miles

Saturday 4th Apr
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Week 13🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏼💙

Saturday 4th Apr
22 miles done today with Clive. A really tough run, not helped with not the full amount of training, but Clive helped me get round.
Taper time now....only 3 weeks to go 😊

After the 18 miles 🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏼

Sunday 29th Mar
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Week 12🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏼

Saturday 28th Mar
First full training run with Clive.....18 miles in fact 😅.
I had planned to run/walk but my foot didn't feel any worse for continuing to run. It was uncomfortable at times, but bearable. Just 4 weeks to go. One more long run before tapering starts. Eek!!

Supporting Clive

Monday 23rd Mar
Girlfriend duties supporting Clive at the Gloucester half marathon yesterday. 

Week 11🏃🏻‍♀️

Sunday 22nd Mar
This week has been a real turning point. After getting the all-clear from the consultant following my MRI results, I’ve finally been able to ease back into proper running again. It’s amazing how much you miss it when you can’t do it.

Yesterday I managed 16 miles, using an 8‑minute run, 2‑minute walk strategy. It felt surprisingly good to be out there for a longer stretch, especially with the sunshine making everything feel that bit more hopeful.

My foot is still a little uncomfortable at times, but nothing unmanageable. I’m keeping an eye on it, listening to my body, and trying not to get carried away now that I’m back in the rhythm.

Overall, it’s been a great week — a proper confidence boost — and it finally feels like I’m moving forward again.

Week 10 🏃🏻‍♀️🚶🏻‍♀️

Saturday 14th Mar
Week 10 has been a solid one, even if I’m definitely feeling it. I managed my first 5k run in a while, and it felt good to join Clive and be moving again. Pepper also joined us. She always adds a bit of chaos and a lot of motivation.

I also got an 11‑mile walk in, which helped build the miles, though my foot has been niggling and aching a bit, and the tiredness is catching up with me. Still, the training is moving in the right direction, and every step is another one toward supporting people living with Parkinson’s.

Onwards to Week 11.

Week 9 🚶🏻‍♀️

Wednesday 11th Mar
2nd half of marathon training.  Hopefully MRI scan results this week

Week 8 🚶🏻‍♀️

Tuesday 3rd Mar
Another week of training and its going well. 
MRI scan is booked for Friday 💙

Week 6 and 7 🚶🏻‍♀️

Sunday 22nd Feb
Another two weeks have flown by with lots of walking, strength training, and cycling.

My foot hasn’t got any worse, even with all the extra walking which is helping to keep me positive.

I'm waiting for a scan to see if running will make my foot worse. Fingers crossed I can run again soon 💙

Week 5🏃🏻‍♀️

Wednesday 11th Feb
Week five has been another week of walking. 
Even though I’m not running yet, I’m keeping the miles ticking over however I can. Walking, cycling, and strength training have become my new trio. They’re keeping my fitness up, my routine intact, and my head (mostly) sane.
Anyone who knows me will understand just how frustrated I am right now. I’m not someone who sits still easily, and after working so hard last year to earn my Good For Age entry into the London Marathon, being injured feels like a punch in the stomach.
This injury might be slowing me down, but it’s not stopping me. I didn’t fight for that GFA spot just to give up now 💙

Week 2-4🏃🏻‍♀️

Saturday 31st Jan
The last few weeks haven’t exactly gone to plan. It’s felt a bit like two steps forward and three steps back, and that’s been frustrating to say the least. I’ve had to pause my running for a little while, which wasn’t what I hoped for at this stage of training. 
But I haven’t been sitting still. I’ve been walking as much as I can to keep my legs moving, and I’ve shifted my focus to strength training — as the physio recommended. 
This isn’t the update I wanted to write, but I’m not giving up. Setbacks happen, and this is just one chapter in the bigger story. I’m still committed, still training in the ways I can, and still determined to get to that start line 💙

Week 1🏃🏻‍♀️

Friday 9th Jan
Today marks the beginning of my London Marathon journey — a journey I’m taking with Clive in memory of our fathers. Both faced Parkinson’s with strength and dignity, and running for Parkinson’s UK feels like the most meaningful way we can honour them.

I’ll be honest… this isn’t quite the start I imagined. I haven’t run for nearly a month, and I’m pretty sure I’ve developed plantar fasciitis. Not ideal when you’re supposed to be building up marathon mileage, but today’s run/walk felt ok. Taking it steady, listening to my body, and counting this as a small but solid step in the right direction. 

I’ll keep sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between as training continues. If you’re able to support Parkinson’s UK through my fundraising page, it would mean the world 💙

Thank you to my sponsors

£3

Ros Taylor

Finish time Good luck

£3

Valerie Kersey

Race time guess

£6

Mary And Roger

Race time

£15

Angela

Donation plus £5 2 x Guesses 4hrs23mins54 seconds and 4hrs27mins30seconds. Go smash it Sharon! 🏃🏽‍♀️

£21.84

Steve Bankier

Good luck Sharon.

£20

Paula Gibbons

Hope you have a successful time on Saturday. You are an inspiration and legend!

£3

David Blake

Race time

£3

Ali P

Good luck!! x

£3

Darryl Hill

Guess the race time, good luck Sharon

£4.02

Grant Poe

Good luck..

£960

Sharon Owens

Proceeds from race night 🐴

£3

Chelsea Owens

Race time guess - 4 hours & 25 minutes 🏃🏻‍♀️

£25

Ali Pollitt

Good luck Sharon x

£21.84

Grant Poe

Good Luck Sharon

£27.05

Caroline Boulton

A worthy cause I hope you get around ok

£10

Tricia Lecointe

Sorry, I can’t make the Race Night. I hope you have a great run and raise lots of money for a very worthy cause x

£100

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