Sara Cox set to run five marathons for Children in Need
In September, the BBC Radio 2 team revealed that Sara Cox would take on the Great Northern Marathon Challenge in support of Children in Need. The announcement shared on September 19 excited fans across the country.
“Over 130 miles on foot, carrying Pudsey bear to Pudsey. Sara’s Great Northern Marathon Challenge for Children in Need will kick off on Monday 10th November!”
The announcement quickly drew warm reactions from her followers. One supporter wrote:
“I knew it was going to be Sara! She will do great, super fit and a super personality!”
Another added:
“Proper welled up when I heard it this morning… come on the northern lass.”
BBC Radio 2 later shared another update on their Instagram, saying:
“It’s a week to go until Sara’s Children in Need Challenge, so she’s using every opportunity to train!”
Sara Cox shares her thoughts before the challenge
Just nineteen hours ago, Sara herself posted about her final preparations:
“Complete the following sentence: ‘BY THIS TIME NEXT WEEK….’ I’ll go first — I’ll be up in Kielder in the Borders, getting my head together, overthinking what sports bra to start off in and slightly cacking myself ahead of @bbccin GREAT NORTHERN MARATHON CHALLENGE! Yours?”
One follower replied:
“I’ll be starting a new job. Such dedication — be so proud of yourself.”
TV presenter Emma Willis added her encouragement:
“You’ve got this.”
Author’s Summary
Sara Cox prepares to run over 130 miles across five marathons for Children in Need, inspiring fans and fellow celebrities with her energy and determination.