What does it mean to be FAST@50?

Let me start by explaining that FAST is a pneumonic for, Fit And Still Training at 50.

As we grow older many of us tend to lead a less active life, we simply start to make excuses that we are growing older, so we just cant do the things we could do 10 or 25 years ago, things that are perhaps physically challenging, for example running the London Marathon in under 4 hours, or simply finishing it for that matter.

Well that's what being FAST@50 is all about, it's about taking up the challenge to run in a Marathon, or Half Marathon, while at the same time raising money for charity.

Is being 50 the New 40?
Over the years much has been written about reaching 50, many say that it is the new 40, some say 30. Whatever you think its is a time to reflect, one of the things I often ponder is, "how much can I cram in before my time is finally up". None of know how long we have left, so my view is whatever time I do have left I am going to enjoy it. To do that I need to be fit and active, after a year of preparation for my first London Marathon I feel fitter now than I was at the age of 25.

Raising money for charity
One of the main objectives of this website is to increase the profile of my personal challenge, as I aim to raise well over 1 million pounds over the next 10 years running Marathons and Half Marathons for various charities along the way, in fact my ultimate goal is to raise as much as 10 million during this time. This is no doubt a tall order and requires support and sponsorship from many people, however I am confident that this total can be reached. (your support will be most welcome).

Making Donations
[1] There are a number of ways you can help, first you can help by taking action, why not start your own personal challenge to be FAST@50. If you have been inspired by this website I would be delighted if you purchase a FAST@50 T-Shirt, Vest or Sweatshirt from my official ZAZZLE Store all profits from the sale of all items in my store are donated to Breast Cancer Care.

[2] If you simply want to make a donation you can donate any amount on my official Virgin Money Giving Page

[3] Are you a local business owner? Then why not sponsor a page on this Website, all donations go direct to Breast Cancer Care. You can find out more by visiting the donations section I have over 10 years experience as an Internet Marketer and SEO specialist so why not consider adding your business to the mix, while at the same time supporting a worthy cause.

"We can all be inspired but.. we need motivation to see it through" Mark Mooney 2010

My personal challenge centers on taking part in the Virgin London Marathon, Having secured a place in the 2010 event my challenge is to continue to enter for a least the next 10 years. Securing a place in the marathon can never be guaranteed, however one way to have the best chance in competing for a place is by securing a place with one of the major charities.

My advice to anyone who really wants a place in the next London Marathon would be to approach a National charity and find out everything you can about them and offer your loyal support to raise money for their cause. Enter one of the other high profile events, for example "The Great North Run" this will show that you are serious about your bid and will go someway to securing your place for the big one. In addition to writing to them, give them a call and speak to the administrators, the more they know about you the more likely you are going to be successful.

Above all find your motivation click here