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I am fundraising for FightMND!

On January 23–25, 2026, I’ll be taking on the infamous David Goggins running challenge (running 6.5km every 4 hours, for 48 hours - or 2 marathons in 2 days) to raise vital funds and awareness for FightMND — an organisation dedicated to finding a cure for Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

MND is a brutal and unforgiving disease that slowly takes away a person’s ability to move, speak, swallow, and eventually breathe — but it never takes away their soul or their spirit. Having seen firsthand what this disease can do to families is what's pushing me to take this challenge on.

This challenge isn’t just about running — it’s about standing up for those who can’t. Every kilometre will be a reminder of the fight so many are facing every single day.

All funds raised go directly to FightMND, helping to fund life-changing research, provide essential care and support, and give hope to families affected by this devastating disease.

Your support — whether it’s a donation, a share, or joining me on a run — means more than you know. Together, we can make a real difference. Hopefully we can get to a point where nobody will have to be told that they have MND.


If you would like to come and run the last leg with me, I'd love you to join! Just drop me a message.

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My Updates

Almost game time

Wednesday 21st Jan
Last training run done yesterday evening, so on the wind down until we kick off on Friday. Injury has bounced back well so it’s full steam ahead. I’m genuinely lost for words at the amount of support I’ve received so far, from the donations, the coaching, and those joining me at the finish line. Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who has got involved so far, your support has not gone unnoticed in this journey. Together, we will fight MND.

Updates over Christmas and New Year

Thursday 8th Jan
Been a rough couple of weeks! Picked up a small injury last week on NYE, so currently nursing that through to the start line - not ideal timing!

Just finished my last long run of the prep this morning, getting through 10.5km so we're on the home straight of tapering down the volume over the next couple of weeks into game day.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart to everyone who has donated and supported this challenge so far, it absolutely means the world.

Let's get it!

Fight MND Week 11 - Stop and Go

Monday 29th Dec
Hard one just before Christmas: 7am - 6.5km 8am - 6.5km 9am - 6.5km 10am - 6.5km Getting exposure to running, stopping and going again.

Coach Spotlight - Nick Slaven

Friday 19th Dec
Another coach who has kept my feet on the pavement is Nick Slaven.

With experience racing everything from 5km events to ultra marathons, Nick is no stranger to the demands of running. For the past two years, he’s been coaching others toward their goals with the same dedication he brings to his own training.

As a personal trainer, Nick has helped me build strength, resilience, and confidence that extend far beyond Strava. He adapts every session to my body, my goals, and even the days when life feels heavy.

He’s taught me how to listen to my body, prevent injuries, and celebrate progress in ways I never imagined. Thanks to his coaching, I’m not just running faster—I’m running smarter, stronger, and with a sense of independence I didn’t know I had.

📩 If you’d like to find out more, you can connect with him here:

• Instagram: @just.inthe.nick.oftime
• Email: Nicholas.Slaven@outlook.com

FightMND Week 11 - Morning Intervals

Thursday 18th Dec
Into the biggest training week now before having a rest week, training miles coming thick and fast.

FightMND Week 10

Thursday 18th Dec
First ever half marathon, stoked to go under 2 hours! One week at a time, we're getting there.

Fight MND Week 10 - Intervals

Thursday 11th Dec
One week closer, training getting tougher but we move!

Meet the Jenkins family

Monday 8th Dec
In August 2024, their world was shattered. After months of unexplained symptoms and masked behind another chronic illness, Jeff - who was only 38 at the time, was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND), a cruel and relentless neurological disease, causing the motor nerves to become damaged and die, slowly robbing the body of its ability to move, speak, and eventually, breathe. There’s no cure, and the average life expectancy is heartbreakingly short: just 2-3 years from diagnosis.

What makes this even harder is the timing. Only months beforehand, after over a decade of intense study, Jeff passed his final exams and completed his overseas rotations to become a podiatric surgeon. Sarah and Jeff poured everything they had into this dream, with Jeff travelling to train overseas, pushing himself, sacrificing, and working so hard to pursue his dream and secure a better future for their family. Then, just as he was ready to start practising, Jeff’s diagnosis took it all away. His medical licence was revoked immediately. Sarah, who had been working in HR, was made redundant shortly beforehand as Jeff's symptoms were escalating. Just like that, everything they’d worked so hard for was gone.

I feel truly privileged to be a part of Jeff's journey and to meet his incredible family, and to take on this challenge for him and many other families like his. 

Training week 9 - Long run

Monday 8th Dec
Building the KM's as the weeks progress, thanks everyone for the support so far!

Training week 9 - Morning Mixed Intervals

Thursday 4th Dec

Coach Spotlight - Sam Bowen

Tuesday 2nd Dec
As I'm prepping for this challenge, the first of my coaches who deserves his flowers is the big man himself - Sam Bowen. 

With over a decade of experience when it comes to coaching, programming and making people the best version of themselves, Sam is the brains behind getting me to the start line in one piece and feeling stronger than ever. 

He keeps it real when it comes to fitness, understanding the nuance behind every person, and the balance between training and still enjoying your life every day! Whether it's running, lifting, competing, or just being a weekend warrior - Sam is absolutely the guy for you. 

If you want to find out more, you can get in touch below:
Email - sam@coachingbysb.co.uk
Instagram - @coachingbysb

Meet the Hobden's

Monday 1st Dec

On June 22, 2023, Ron Hobden, affectionately known as Hobbo to his mates, received a diagnosis that would change the course of his life forever. A passionate rugby player, devoted husband to Annie and proud dad to Lizzie and Henry, Ron had always embraced life to the fullest. A week out from running a marathon, fit, strong and filled with plans for the future, Ron had no reason to believe that anything would change.  

It was in a sterile neurologist’s office that he heard the words You have motor neurone disease. No cure. No treatment. Just a terminal diagnosis with a clock that suddenly began ticking louder than ever.  

“I remember Annie sitting beside me,” Ron explains, “and the way she tried to hold back her tears. I thought of our kids. Lizzie was three. Henry was one. How do you tell them their dad is dying?” 

In that moment, something in Ron shifted. Where others might have sunk into despair, he made a decision. Motor neurone disease would change his life, but it would not define it. It would never take his will to fight, his love for his family, or his ability to inspire. 

- article credit FightMND May 2025

I have had the absolute privelege of working with Ron over the past 18 months, to do everything we can to keep fighting, and allow him to continue to be a loving father, and a proud husband.

Thank you to my Sponsors

$211

The Hobden Family

Danny brings so much warmth, kindness and positivity to everyone around him. This challenge is a true reflection of the person he is generous, determined and always thinking of others. So proud to support you and this incredible cause.

$211

Brian Larkin

Well done Danny, fantasy effort, for such a deserving cause.

$200

Nick

Boats carried, amazing cause supported, can’t wait to see you do it all again for B2M 🔥

$179.35

Ronan Larkin

Excellent effort. Horrible disease.

$158.25

Rob Walker

No one works and trains harder than you brother. Pain is temporary, glory is for ever. You are inspirational mate. Go get it

$158.25

Samantha Tracy

Go Danny!! This is king shit.

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Jono C

Love your work Egg

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Jonathan Richards

Proud of you son - good luck

$106.12

Emer & Gerry

Danny, an amazing challenge for such a worthy cause. Fair play to you , Emer & Gerry xx

$106.12

Rob Thomas

Unreal stuff Danny, love what you’re doing! From Em and I

$106.12

Izzy

So proud of you! This is not an easy challenge and your work ethic to get it done is unmatched. All for such a fantastic cause! Good luck, I’ll be with you every step of the way x

$106.12

Donna And Scott

Go Danny

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Fasty, Bogan And Len X

Go smash it mate!

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Anna Tracy

Proud to support such a worthwhile cause. You’re doing something special for somebody that needs people like you behind them.

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Anonymous

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Cal & Daisy

Worthy cause!

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Shanice Gil

$100

Ben Manton

Great cause, well done Danny!

$80.25

Katie Mackereth

LFG Danny!!! 👏🏼👏🏼

$80.25

Sharon Richards

Good luck Dan, you’ll ace this.

$80.25

Michelle Funder

Great work Danny!

$80.25

Tom Booth

If it wasn’t enough plot try and look like David Goggins, you’re now trying to act like him

$80.25

Anonymous

Legend

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Diane & Chris

Well done!

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Daye Moffitt

Legend - thank you

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Rebecca Dada

Fantastic work Danny! Good luck.

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Piglet

One hell of a challenge mate and a great cause. Go get it Danny Sloggins x

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Anonymous

Who's gonna carry the boats?

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Carys Richards

Good luck little brother. Proud of you ❤️

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Alex Wardlaw

Hell yeah brother, good luck!

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Pip, Jarad, Jimmy, George, Tommy + Alfie

Good luck Danny, thank you for helping fight MND and supporting Hobbo xx

$80.25

Brian Brady

Congrats Danny! Wonderful achievement! Was great to see you battling through!

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Anonymous

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Trace & Aims

What a legend, running for a great cause! Onya Danny. Love Trace & Aims x

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Kate Diamond

lets gooooo Danny!!!! 🚀

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Ben And Liv

Absolute legend! Backing you all the way.

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Charles Killick

Bedt of luck Dan Boy!

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Mhairi Gray

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Ben Nissen

Yessir

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Kaelia

Well done Danny. What a huge effort for such an important cause.

$54.12

Agnieszka Bombi

Go Danny! Good luck :)

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Lara

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Daniel Pigott

Let’s actually go - well done Danny!

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Naomi

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Jaime Brien

Get after it!

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Elizabeth Tucker

Thank you for the amazing support you provide for Annie, Hobbo, and no doubt many others xx

$54.12

Paul Mcpherson

You're an endurance runner now!

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Niamh Woodrow

Best of luck Danny from the Woodrows

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Anonymous

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Lynden Hamilton

Good one Sir. Best of luck.

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Adam Pendergast

Proud of you Danny 💪🏻

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Anonymous

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Jennifer Rowley

Onya Neil!!

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Emmie Cramp

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Leanne

Great cause. Good on you.

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Glenda

Good luck Danny!! From Glenda

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Rebecca Yabsley

Huge effort this weekend Danny - you should be so proud of your determination and commitment both in training, fundraising and over this weekend to complete it

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Paddy Jenkins

Ripper effort Danny!

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Sarah And Jeff Jenkins

Thank you Danny from the bottom of our grateful hearts! Thank you for caring enough to push your body for this amazing cause, for those that cant. Fight MND by finding a cure, so that NO ONE ever has to go through the heartbreak that my husband, my children, our family, friends and my broken heart have.

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Adam Mooney

Glad to see you hit the goal. Hopefully keep pushing beyond for this epic cause, legendary work!

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Josh Browne

Goodluck Danny!

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Sam Bowen

Good luck brother ❤️

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Jpd

Good luck Damn Daniel

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Elaine Spencer

Well done Danny, a good cause x

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Jane Holt

Danny you are doing such a good thing here. I know you will complete and then some - sending love and support.

$40.37

Andrew Mcwhannell

Outstanding effort! You are a Lord

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Esther T

Well done Danny!

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Al Dunn

Keep going Dan boy you’ve got this

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Kate Williams

$39.35

Flec

Go on son

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Orla Larkin

Good luck

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Anonymous

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Alva Cunningham

Well Done Danny . Great achievement and for such a good cause.

$39.35

Francesca

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Ashleigh Laughton

❤️

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Carys Walker

Hi Danny, I'm a walking friend of your mum's and she's told me about your great efforts for MND. Well done to you.

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Victoria Lee

Go Danny Go!!!

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Xany

Unreal!! Have been hearing updates on your progress from Izzy and you should be so proud of yourself! Good luck out there, Danny!

$36

Sarkis

I hope your running is better than your jiu jitsu Good on you mate

$33.15

Sarah Sedley

Such an inspiration Danny, what an amazing achievement!

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Sarah Read

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Dillon Tallentire

Go boy

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Jaime

Last couple big dog - let’s goooo

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Lorna Watters

What an incredible thing you are doing Danny, for such an important cause. Good luck!! Run Forrest Run!🏃

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Marina Grindrod

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Sarah Sedley

Good luck with such an amazing challenge.

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Sandra

Very worthy cause Danny. All the best. Work friend of your Mums.

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Jess Rietbrock

What a mental challenge!! But for such a great cause. Well done Danny! X

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Sian, Tom And George

Go get it Danny! Such a great cause. Good luck!

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Kelsey Mcguinness

Awesome work Danny

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Anonymous

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Sharon Delaney

Sharon D uk

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Dianne Alderson

Good Luck

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Kat

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Susie Hickling

You sound like legend Danny. Thanks for being in Hobbo and Annie’s team.

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Andrea O’sullivan

Well done. From Emer’s friend.

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Ollie Telan

Awesome cause Danny, keep those hams pumping! Catch you on a loop ❤️

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Sam Resnekov

Good work you bloody trooper!

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Chanelle Murray

Very inspiring!!!

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Lynelle F

Brilliant Danny, stay strong

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Gus Dainton

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Matt Murray-downing

Go well bro !

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Abbey Brookes