My Mission: Running Further, Raising More, Changing Lives

Let’s get straight to the heart: every step I take is for children who desperately need our help. The mission is clear £1M for children's causes, all while attempting the ultimate ultra marathon on consecutive days, covering the equivalent of a lap of the world (that’s 40,075 km!). Runpreneur began as a personal experiment; now, it’s a movement, and every run is one step closer to saving lives.

How Do You Actually Run Every Single Day?

If you’re thinking, “Running daily sounds simple, it’s just one run a day, right?” Wrong! Life doesn’t politely step aside for your running streak. Here’s my first-hand advice, shaped through nearly 2,000 consecutive running days (diary entries and lessons galore):

1. Lock In Your Routine

I run nearly every day between 5pm and 8pm. Picking a consistent slot makes it habitual for you and your family. The UK’s wild seasons mean daylight can vary, so flexibility is key, but stick with a general rhythm so everyone knows when you’ll be out pounding the pavements.

2. Master the Multitask

Here’s a winning hack: combine runs with other commitments. When my kids are at football training, I squeeze my run in rather than just wait around. Bonus points: sometimes I get dropped four miles from home after away matches and run the rest, layering my parental duties and fitness goals. Being strategic transforms “lost time” into running gains, don’t underestimate this trick!

3. Always, Always Have a Contingency

Life gets hectic. Travelling or a packed schedule? My fallback: run last thing at night or first thing before sunrise. Sometimes, that’s after midnight, sometimes before the whole house wakes up. You must be ready to switch gears when plans change, runpreneur life demands it.

4. Plan Your Calendar Like a Pro

Look ahead. Know your commitments. If you can predict your busy days, you can carve out running slots. Sports clubs, family events, unexpected travel don’t get caught out. I always plan for worst-case scenarios, especially when travelling (delays, lost windows) and often run after midnight just in case.

5. Never Neglect the Weather

UK runners 30 °C heatwaves or icy winds, you’ll see it all. Today, I ran early to dodge those crazy temperatures. Remember, running in extreme conditions is risky: dehydration, injury, or even worse. Play it safe for the sake of your streak and your health.

Real-Life Example: Squeezing the Run Around a Busy Saturday

Today’s my son’s football match (I’m refereeing), a barbecue with friends, and loads of prep at home. There’s no way I can run later, so I’m out before 8am, get it done, and return for family and fun. These choices add up, to making my running streak actually possible, not a fantasy.

Why I Do This And Why You Should Care

Every run, every diary entry, every blister is about more than me: it’s a mission to save the lives of children in need. The closer I get to 4,292 days and £1,000,000, the more impact we have together. Join me, share this journey, donate if you can, and keep me accountable—because the more people who see this, the more money we raise, and the more children’s lives we change!

Let's make this streak unstoppable. Subscribe, share, and let’s get that £1,000,000 one run at a time. Got questions or want to chat running streaks? Drop me a line below, I reply to every single message. Together, we can go the distance!

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