Heads Together Training Day 2018

Last weekend, the Royal Foundation organised a big training day to bring together all of the 2018 Virgin Money London Marathon Runners for the Heads Together Charity Partners. Faisal Abdalla from PMA fitness summarised, after putting our runners through their paces:

“We’ve been talking all about training, technique, motivation and most importantly, mental health”

Alistair and James posing in their Team Heads Together jerseys.

Best Beginnings team members Alistair, Louise, Patricia, James and Jeremy all went along for a fun packed day filled with workshops with experts on training, nutrition, fundraising and everything else to set our team up on their way to race day.

“Fab day at QE Olympic Park, great tips and so surreal to run on the track!! Now the countdown begins!!!”

– Patricia West

James and Patricia during Heads Together Marathon Day 2018.

“Another Mile is another moment to promote mental health. Run for what you believe”

– James Akinyemi

Louise excited for the upcoming London Marathon 2018.

Now the journey begins for our amazing team! Please support and follow them all the way to the finish line, here.

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