A Bushey resident has completed a gruelling challenge that took him across the country as part of a journey to keep his friend’s memory alive.
Dan decided to test the boundaries of his limits by running 1,407km in a month to raise money for a charity close to his heart.
Two years ago, Dan’s friend Bradley was diagnosed with terminal cancer and received care from the “outstanding” Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care.
Sadly, Bradley passed away. Dan decided he wanted to help the hospice that had provided vital support for his friend.
Setting out on Friday, August 1, Dan embarked on the monumental journey with the hope of raising £5,000 for the charity in 30 days, meaning he would have to run a marathon a day.
Speaking to BUSHEYnews, Dan said: “When I started out, my brother was running with me and we had two drivers and videographers.
“I never let it get to me that I wouldn’t complete it and promised I would, even if it took a year.”
On day seven, Dan was hit with a painful shin splint which turned into a stress fracture, but he remained as determined as ever to keep going.
Because of his injury, by day 10, Dan was half a day behind his goal.
However, he pushed on with tenacious grit until he approached the finish line.
He said: “All my friends and family were there and it was very emotional. There was a lot of build up, so it was such a release when I saw the sea.”
He completed the trek in 28 days and raised more than £27,000 for Rennie Grove Peace Hospice Care.
Since returning home with slightly sore legs, Dan has presented the cheque to the hospice.
He said: “They are not government funded so all staff and utilities are through donations. They gave my friend a wedding, so it is moments like that they will be able to give people.”
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