The affiliate marketing industry is notorious for being quite an unhealthy one. If you’re not sat behind a computer starved from daylight and munching junk food then you’re attending one of the many affiliate marketing events and tucking into the complementary drinks and nibbles. Lately this has started to play on my mind so I’ve decided to do something about it.

Run Fat Boy Run!

Soooooo what am I up to? Well I’ve gone ahead and signed myself up for The Asics British 10km London Run taking place Sunday July 12th. Ok, ok, so it’s not quite the London Marathon that takes place this weekend but you have to start somewhere.

As part of this event I’ve teamed up with the guys and girls over at Affiliate Window and will be joining them in their support for the Princes Trust Charity.

If you’d like to show your support and can spare a few quid then please make a donation to charity; we’d all be very grateful. Collectively the goal is £2,500 which in itself is quite a stretch. Please donate generously – http://www.justgiving.com/affiliatewindow

The Race Route Map

The race track on the day is an absolute cracker and takes the runners though the very heart of historic London. Much of the course we will be running on the day is the same as the route for 2012 London Olympic Marathon.

Setting Personal Goals

Never in my life have I entered myself into one of these organised runs but I’m really looking forward to it. In fact that’s an understatement; I’m totally buzzing about the idea which in turn has been really helping when it comes to the training.

I’ve always believed that it’s important in business to set yourself targets and it’s by no means any different when it comes to fitness. To key is to set realistic goals that stretch you beyond your normal capabilities but with a little hard work are 100% achievable. I don’t think I’ve ever run this far before on one go and normally stick to a regular 30 mins on the treadmill. For me then 10k feels just about the right stretch for now and the right balance between challenging and fun.

My personal goal? Well to finish the face obviously but also to set a time of 60 mins or under. I’d be very happy with 55 mins but I guess this all depends on having clear run though the crowds on the day.

About the Princes Trust

Youth charity The Prince’s Trust needs to raise £1 million a week in order to help change young lives in the UK. The Trust gives practical and financial support, developing skills such as confidence and motivation. It works with 14-30 year olds who have struggled at school, have been in care, are long-term unemployed or have been in trouble with the law. Since 1976 The Prince of Wales’s charity has helped over half a million young people and continues to support 100 more every day.

And remember you can show your support for the AW team and myself by making a small donation here. – http://www.justgiving.com/affiliatewindow

Wish me luck

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