This ones for me, but can it be done?

In June 2025 I wouldn’t have entertained that a 23 and a half stone man would be running a six minute mile in the Autumn of 2026. I want to be inspired. I want to be fit again. I want to prove Mark Thomas wrong!

At a dear colleagues funeral in September 2025, Mr Thomas, one of my old work colleagues informed me I was delusional, mad and had to accept that at 54 I had no chance of running a six minute mile.

Well put your money where you mouth is, is my response. I’m going to give it everything I have and share the journey with you all. I’m betting that shear will and determination will outgun pessimism every time. 

I will match, penny for penny, everyone who sponsors me for this challenge if I don’t do it! So get your wallet out and challenge me, if i fail then not only will I be embarrassed I’ll also be much poorer for it.

We’re looking into venues and dates already and this one will be firmed up very soon. Again, if you want to join me – you’ll be more than welcome. I’ll be sharing my training updates in the BLOG.