Well I managed the monster that is the London Marathon and it wasn’t as bad as all that…frankly it was the training that was the nightmare. I suggest anyone undertaking a similar task makes sure you can DO all the training.  Then, its a breeze! Particularly as the London Marathon involves running past Wombles, people wearing loo seats, Masai warriors etc. Takes your mind off the pain in your legs somewhat. For an indepth look you could go to www.thetimes.co.uk and check out my account….with Mr Millard….who was overtaken at Mile 20 by yours truly….

btw have definitely decided to GROW my hair. What a slog. Grow it, cut it off, regret it, spend the next three years growing it back.