What has inspired you to run the London Marathon in aid of Papworth Trust?

Papworth Trust support adults with learning disabilities, my sister is now in her 50s and but lives with my dad due to her learning disabilities, the opportunities Papworth Trust provides for people like my sister are just what my parents struggled to find when she was growing up, such as leisure activities and help with employment and housing.

Have you completed a Marathon before?

I've completed the marathon distance once before, during the pandemic I completed the Virtual London marathon locally.  My husband was a great support meeting me every few miles to provide energy gels and encouragement.

How is your training going so far, what time do you hope to achieve on the day?

My training is going well so far, last weekend I completed 18 miles.  I am running the Cambridge Half Marathon this weekend which I'm looking forward to, it will be good to run a shorter distance and test my speed.  I would love to get a PB in London, I'm aiming for around 4 hours.

How can people sponsor you?

People can sponsor me via this enthuse page: https://2023tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/melanie-widdows