I believe that we all have the ability to participate in such an event, its more a case of some of us have the will power and some don't.

I was out walking a friends dog along the river Cam one day, the dog started to run ahead so I followed at a Jogging pace, the dog started to run faster so I did the same. 

By the time both I and the dog had come to a halt I realised that we had covered a mile in distance.

I had no idea that I had it in me to run, it had been seven years since I used to get up at 5am and head out across the country roads for my 8 mile run.

The run felt so good that without even thinking too much about what lied ahead (pain, injury and lots of effort) I put my business mind into action and decided that I should put the running towards a good cause.

I immediately thought, "The big run" The London Marathon 2006.

I checked the internet for the number of the NSPCC, a charity close to my heart and one which I had supported in the past.

I called them up and was told that I was too late all their places for the London Marathon had gone, although disappointed. I then called up the Children with Leukaemia  charity who where delighted to be able to offer me a place.

I was now committed, Run, Jog, Walk or crawl I was now 100% committed to completing my first Marathon and as you can see making every personal effort to raise money for Children with Leukaemia.

The money you spend on unnecessary luxuries could be better used to help those most in need, one day someone close to you could be affected by Leukaemia or you could in the future be personally diagnosed with Cancer, at that time you will then realise the importance of helping while you can and the necessity of web sites such as this one to show you how easy it is to help. 

You can help the Charities and Charitable good causes listed in this web site right now, just click Help below and see how easy it is.