After his success in completing the Brighton
marathon Chris has heroically decided to continue his marathon career and
managed to secure a place for London 2018. His story is inspiring and the cause
a very special one.
Here's what Chris says himself:
"I am running the 2018 London Marathon in full
inflatable T-Rex costume! Think T-Rex Tuesdays, but for 26.2 miles! I'm hoping to raise a Jurassic amount of money for
the Evelina London Children's Hospital. We have a great deal of thanks to
give to doctors and staff for the amazing care of my cousin James, who when
just 2 years old contracted a flesh eating bacteria that left him in intensive
care for months. Now 6 and having gone through so many surgeries that I've
lost count, it's easy to forget James' road to recovery given that he's such an
active, sporty and happy child who loves to play rough!
As a severe Haemophiliac I've also spent a fair
amount of time in childrens hospitals myself so raising money for Evelina is a
no brainer! I took up running 18 months ago and recently in
April ran my first marathon in just under 4 hours, not overly fast for my age,
so this is going to be a massive challenge!"
Chris' T Rex tush-wiggling video and Just Giving
page can be found here below and he'll be updating us with his progress. We all
with him the best of luck for this big adventure and his heroic efforts.
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