Training/Preparations

The MdS takes place in March/April 2006 which although is far away at the time of writing, it doesn't give me much time when I take into accounts all my other commitments. The main things I need to do are:
 

  1. Raise Sponsorship, I'm aiming to raise £5000 which will be my biggest challenge before the race (see sponsorship page);

  2. Training, I need to plan a strict training regime which in the months leading up to the MdS will take up all my spare time. I'm already considering running/cycling to work in the morning and back home in the evening (about 30 miles in total). I am quite a keen runner and have run the Great North and Great South run recently (both half marathons). I'm aiming to run several more races during the next 12 months.

  3. Equipment, I need to get together some specialised equipment in order to survive (see below).

 

Costs

Yes I actually have to pay for this crazy stunt! Based on the budget of past runners I'll probably have to set aside £3000. I'll try and get most of my  equipment through sponsorship. Note that these expenses will come out of my own back pocket, all the money rasied will go directly to my charity 'Facing Africa'.
 

 

Equipment List