The final hurdle of marathon training: dressing up as a giant apple!

Posted by: Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity
17th April, 2012

Jo and Luke, our marathon bloggers, are reaching the last couple of weeks of their training. Unfortunately for Jo this means it’s time to get over the final hurdle… how do you run a marathon dressed as a giant apple?

Jo tells us how she’s managed to raise money with a delicious cake sale!

Luke realises that complacency can cause problems with your training…

Jo tries on her Pink Lady Apples costume!

Jo runs around London dressed as a giant apple!

Are you doing a run this year? Keep up to date with Luke and Jo’s training on our regular marathon blog or join our Facebook page to discuss your running & fundraising with fellow supporters.

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