A MARATHON runner has pledged to run 60 marathons in 60 consecutive days at the age of 60 to support children and young adults with life-limiting conditions.
Steve Radjen, 60 and from Brockenhurst, has his sights firmly set on breaking the Guinness World Record for ‘most consecutive days to run a marathon distance’, with the proceedings from his epic encounter all going to a Wessex charity.
‘Superhuman’ Steve has spent almost two decades notching up hundreds of miles in aid of Naomi House & Jacksplace, a charity providing care to children and young adults across Hampshire and Dorset.
A sterling array of fundraising achievements earned Steve a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the Queen’s New Year's Honours List for 2021. However, his latest exploit – taking place from August 17 to October 15 – surpasses anything he’s ever attempted before.
Speaking ahead of the challenge, Steve said: “A lot of people have questioned why I’d even attempt to do something so crazy. Put simply, I don’t run to add days to my life, I run to make the days of other lives better.
From the first moment I walked through the doors at Naomi House, I instantly felt the desire to give something back. I’m very fortunate to have two active and healthy daughters, and I felt an immense sense of belonging once I saw the smiling faces, heard the laughter and felt the positive atmosphere that emanated throughout the house.
“Once I walked out of the door, my life was changed forever.
“60in60at60 will definitely be my last challenge. I have promised that to my family. My tenure as a trustee will come to an end in October. However, my support for Naomi House and Jacksplace will never end.”
Balmer Lawn Hotel in the New Forest has vowed to host a fundraising campaign for Steve.
Meanwhile, Naomi House’s fundraising director Paul Morgan added: “Steve epitomises the community-centred nature of the support that has enabled us to grow as a charity.
“Over the years, Steve has tackled some of the toughest physical endurance challenges that anyone can imagine – and always with the dual objective of raising funds and awareness to support our children.”
Steve has already raised more than £8,000 for his latest challenge. Visit justgiving.com/fundraising/steve-radjen-60in60at60 for more information.
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