Thank you to the 2010 runners!

It certainly was a scorcher on Sunday 11th July as our wonderful team of runners and supporters came together in St. James’ Park for the ASICS London 10k run, 2010 being the fifth year that the Trust has taken part in this ever popular event.

We were absolutely delighted that nine families were represented this year – this is the most we have ever had represented at the run and it made for a very emotional and poignant day. Many of the general supporters remarked to us how much it meant to them to meet all these families. It was a wonderful opportunity for us to once again catch up with our faithful troupe of runners and also to meet so many new supporters.

Medicare First, our t-shirt sponsors for three consecutive years, were also represented at the run this year by Karl Chatterjee and Sam Blake. Thank you for enabling us to really stand out amongst the crowds in our t-shirts and for your continued support in memory of baby Archie McInerney.

Despite the heat, two of our runners braved running in fancy dress! Well done Harry, aka Dangermouse, and Kat, the ‘cowardly lion’. Congratulations too to the members of ‘Team Elijah’ who, led by Angela wearing a giant nappy, ran tied together in order to stand out amongst the crowd and to raise awareness in their Myotubular Trust t-shirts.

With the group photo having been taken, our runners headed for the start line and waited patiently for the run to begin whilst our supporters took their places along the route in anticipation of providing encouragement – they certainly were vocal this year and it was great to see them at different stages!!

And finally it was 9:35 and Her Majesty’s lifeguards heralded the race start and we were off! Over 25,000 runners set off at Hyde Park Corner and pounded the streets finally crossing the finish line at Whitehall. The atmosphere was amazing with the route lined with supporters and so many people running for charities close to their hearts; it really is an uplifting experience.

We were greatly relieved that everybody crossed the line safely and we met back at St James’ Park, proud owners of well deserved medals.

Many people stayed behind for a picnic with guest of honour, 16 month old Will, a chat and a rest before facing journeys home – we really would like to thank everybody who travelled many hours, stayed in hotels overnight and indeed in one case, crossed the Channel to join us. We are so grateful for this extraordinary commitment.

It was a fantastic and memorable day and we are so grateful to everybody who joined us and made it so special.

Thank you so much and we are looking forward to seeing you all next year!!??