Last 2 big runs done, had to time my runs around storm Austin. I have been lucky with weather exception of this weekend. Now to rest and travel to New York.
Michelle is running the New York Marathon 2026
Michelle Loader is raising money for ellenor and Pussycat Lodge
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My story
Hello everyone. As many of you may be aware, I am trying to complete the Abbott World Majors, the original 6 stars. This year I am aiming to run the New York Marathon on 1st November 2026 to complete the 4th Star.
I have chosen to raise money for two charities - The Ellenor Hospice, who helped look after my mum when she was diagnosed with Myeloma cancer and supported us before she passed away are the first charity. They are a charity based in NW Kent who specialise in palliative care for adults and children and were excellent during my Mum’s short illness.
It’s been 3 years since I lost my Mum, and she is always with me when I run my marathons, and I know she would have been cheering me on.
The second is Pussycat Lodge, a volunteer-led rescue charity that has been helping vulnerable cats across Essex and East London for more than 25 years. After having to leave its long standing home, the charity is now raising funds through its Next Chapter appeal to create a secure, purpose built new base so it can continue rescuing, caring for and rehoming cats for many years to come. 4 of our cats were adopted from there and as I said, my Mum loved our cats and often went to their open days.
Pussycat Lodge: The Next Chapter
My cats have always been a source of comfort to me and lift my spirits and are always there for unconditional love and cuddles. My Mum loved having a cuddle with the cats when she was visiting and in fact had several cats of her own before moving in to sheltered accommodation.
I would be so grateful if you could help me reach my target no matter how big or small the donation as every little helps! I have added links to the 2 charities below so you can read all about their work.
Thank you for taking the time to read my story and I will update my training story over the coming months.
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My updates
Boogie Bingo Fundraiser. A great night with fantastic support. A total of £800.69 was raised.
Today’s adventure took me to London again, this was to be my last long run - the big 20 miles. I ended up running from Victoria Stn to Richmond Park. It was a lovely route along the river, again no set route was planned. Really happy with this training block, grown in strength, mentally and physically.
On Saturday I headed up to London, and ran from Liverpool Street stn to Hyde Park, overall all completed 11 miles. The last 3 miles, I joined up with Esmee who was completing the Nations 5km challenge. Been so nice to mix up the runs this training block and run in different places.
18 miles done, my longest run to date. Back to Richmond Park. A little warmer than I would have liked. But overall when I look back to January and not being able to run I am grateful to be back running and feeling much stronger.
My 2 charities
ellenor
Charity number: 1121561
Pussycat Lodge
Charity number: 1209280
Recent donations
By 82 supporters
Viv
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Looking forward to hearing how you get on!
Lorna
£10.00
Good luck with the marathon Michelle! You will smash it!
Sarah & Lee
£50.00
+ £12.50 Gift Aid
Go smash it Mich!
Chloe
£20.00
+ £5.00 Gift Aid
Good luck Michelle!
Ian Richards
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
This is a brilliant thing to do, I will think of you next time I run for the train!
Anonymous
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Sally MacGregor
£50.00
+ £12.50 Gift Aid
Good luck Michelle, I’m so in awe of your marathon running!
DJ
£10.00
+ £2.50 Gift Aid
Best of luck Michelle!
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