I hit a massive milestone today – my longest training run to date at 20 miles!

The best part? I actually finished the run feeling surprisingly strong. The “firebox” is full and I’m feeling at peak pressure as I head into the final weeks before the London Marathon on April 26th.

I’ve included a digital reimagining of me in my 80064 “costume” from a 10k I did a few months ago. I’ll be the first to admit it’s a bit of a “polished” version of me, but that’s exactly the goal for the project I’m running for!

The Parallel Progress:

Just as my training is reaching its peak, the locomotive I’m supporting is making its own steady headway. I’m raising funds for the West Somerset Railway Association to bring BR Standard Class 4MT No. 80064 back to life.

We have now officially raised over 50% of the £2,000 target!

A massive thank you to everyone who has donated so far. With the boiler currently undergoing a specialist overhaul at Rileys and we are both aiming for that “fully operational” status. Every mile I run helps ensure this 1954-built legend returns to hauling passengers by the beautiful Quantock Hills.

If you can spare a few pounds to help me close the gap on the final 50%, it would be the perfect fuel to get me across that finish line in London!

Donate here: https://2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/…/reece…