5 Marathons In 5 Days
Two Torquay ladies are set to embark on a challenge of a lifetime involving five marathons in just five days.
“I always did like a challenge,” said Irene Hewing, who is a Member of Lifestyle Health and Fitness Suite and has been keeping to a strict workout regime to ensure she is physically ready for the task.
“I spent some time earlier this year thinking of what I might be able to do to raise money for local charities. I soon realised I didn’t just want to be an organiser – I wanted to take part in the activity myself. Eddie Izzard provided the solution. His epic run around much of the UK covering a marathon distance every day was an inspiration.”
Irene ran the London marathon in 2009 and the Llanelli marathon in April this year. With the support of her friend Debbie Drake they looked at a suitable route which would not take them too far from home and which they could fit into their work commitments. A planned run from Penzance to Torquay starting on 22nd September was the final outcome. Penzance to Falmouth will be the first leg, followed by St Mawes to Fowey, then Polruan to Torpoint. Plymouth to Kingsbridge will be the fourth leg and the final section will be from Kingsbridge to Torquay finishing at the Riviera International Centre on 26th September: five marathons in five days.
The pair will be covering their own expenses for this venture so that all of the money they raise can be handed over to the Lions Club who supports various charitable causes. Raising monetary support has been steady for them so far and a number of people have indicated that they would like to run for a part of the course with them, which Debbie and Irene are delighted about.
If you would like to support Irene and Debbie please visit Lifestyle Reception where a sponsorship form is located and maps with an estimated timetable of the route are also available upon request.
