Way Overdue Update

Hello!

I haven't updated my blog in such a long time, which is pretty bad considering the fact that I used to write or make a video every week. But the thing is, the further into the challenge I got, the more I felt like the posts and videos were becoming a little repetitive. There's only so many times I can say "I went for a run. Then the next day, I went for a run again" before it gets a bit dull.

BUT, I'm storming through the miles now. I've been working really, really hard over the last few weeks, and I'm not over 70 miles ahead of target and well on the way to the finish line. I have 128 miles to go, and everything seems to be ticking along quite nicely.

I strted making a real big effort mid-sptember when I had a week off work. I was helping some friends with their charity walk to the west end, and I found myself with a lot of time on my hands. So I decided to clock up some miles, and really get ahead of schedule. And since then, I've realised that working harder than normal will mean that I could probably reach the 1,000 mile mark by the start of December, and I can have a proper rest and recovery period over Christmas.

So I'm getting 2 runs a day in now. And even though it's not always nice to be in the gym at 6.30am when it's still dark and freezing cold outside, it will all be worth it in the end. My daily average has gone up to between 5 and 6 miles now, so I really am going for it in a big way.

Thanks to everyone who keeps up the massive support on Twitter and Facebook. It really does mean a lot to have everyone cheering me on, offering advice, drumming up support and just being friendly.

I haven't been nagging about sponsorship too much, but I think it's about time to drop the link in for you - just in case you feel generous! If you can spare a few pennies, please click here and give what you can. I'm doing the hard work - help me out by keeping a smile on my face!

Thanks very much,

Nat xx