30 Days | 1,000 Miles Running | 1,000 Miles Cycling

22nd September - 21 October 2025

Follow Drew’s journey in real time and see exactly where he is right now.

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Day 16 ✔️
900 miles in 🚴‍♂️🏃

Drew is now closing in towards John O’Groats, with just a couple of days to go before reaching the halfway point of this 2,000 mile journey. From there, he’ll turn around and do it all over again… cycling and running back down to Land’s End.

This project has been full of highs, lows, and everything in between, but the goal remains the same: to raise awareness and funds for @bigmoose.charity and the @becomingxfoundation, two incredible charities working to support mental health and unlock human potential 🧡

A huge thank you to all the sponsors who’ve supported the challenge so far — you’re helping make every mile count.

You can follow along live and donate via the link in our bio.

#2kMiles30Days #ForMentalHealth #Endurance #Resilience

Drew’s reflections from days 14 & 15:

“I am absolutely shattered. That’s why I’m doing two days in one as day 14 nearly had me.

Day 14 presented a new challenge for me where the only possible route was on one very busy and loud A road. This meant jumping on and off to let cars pass which slowed me down a lot but also the mental effect of having to focus for so long and also have them speed past you was something I’ve never had to deal with before. By the end of the day my head was fried from the sound and stress of it all. I’ll be honest I really struggled to keep going as I couldn’t get in the right mental space.

Day 15, again the word that comes to mind is fatigue. I’m drowsy and everything in my body was screaming at me to stop today. Aches and pains testing me and low energy levels really made today hard. I was on a lovely quiet trail but this led to me falling asleep for 5 minutes whilst I leant against a fence to give my ankle a rest. Literally fast asleep with my head balancing on my poles, another new one for me.

These days have tested me in ways I haven’t been tested before but that is exactly what I wanted from this project. To be pushed somewhere I haven’t been pushed before. Through all the pain and when I’m not sleeping on fences, I feel the most alive I’ve ever felt. I’m pushing myself in all new ways in new stunning settings and all in aid for a cause that I am deeply passionate for.

That might be my message today. Do whatever makes you feel alive. It will probably scare you and chances of failure will likely be high but the process of going for it will make you feel joy that you can’t get elsewhere. Even better, fight for a purpose you’d do anything for.”

If you wish to support Drew on his journey, you can donate to his two chosen charities @bigmoose.charity & @becomingxfoundation via the link in our bio. 🧡

Day 14 ✔️ An update from Drew:

Today’s update comes straight from the Scottish Highlands — with Drew back running and reflecting on the reasons behind Project Endure, and why his two chosen charities mean so much to him 🧡

This challenge was always about more than just the miles. It’s about starting conversations around mental health, raising awareness, and supporting the work of @bigmoose.charity and the @becomingxfoundation who are helping people build brighter, more resilient futures.

Every donation, share, and message of support helps keep this mission moving forward. You can donate via the link in our bio.

#2kMiles30Days #ForMentalHealth #Resilience #Endurance

Drew’s reflections from day 13:

“This was a long day.

Kilometre by kilometre ticked away slowly but with confidence I was moving without hurting anything. It became pretty clear the weather wasn’t as bad as it was made out to be so we prepared to settle in for a full leg. I knew it was going to be a long and tough day whilst taking it at the pace I was.

Come the end I reached 71km over about 12 and a half hours. I’m absolutely shattered as I write this in bed. It was a very long day but I’m proud of myself for keeping a lid on things whilst persisting through extremely wet and cold conditions.

I thought a lot about those close to me today and wondered what each of them might be doing. They all have played such a big part in this project directly or indirectly so they are my main motivation I use if I need one. This day wasn’t made easier when I realised I can’t update them as we have no service at the campsite and there’s a power cut over most of the region. Another obstacle…

Besides that I also thought about how long distance running is really just one long confrontation with your self. An extremely long negotiation between two voices in your head, one says stop and the other says keep going. You bargain, dare and trick yourself as tools to make sure you keep feeding the right voice. Again this just led me to realise it’s another huge metaphor for life. At all times you have an easy decision and a hard decision, and at all times it’s just one long negotiation. The trick here is that every time a side wins it gets stronger. You give up often then it becomes automatic, you stick to what you really want and keep going then it gets easier to keep making the hard decisions.

I made the easy decisions for the majority of my life and it lead me to the lowest place I’ve ever been mentally. When I began to make the hard decisions life got easier and I pulled myself out of that hole. The first step is just being conscious of this and then day by day do your best to make the harder decisions. Don’t beat yourself up for making the easy decisions, you have the ability to turn it all around and start again whenever you want.”

Donate via the link in bio 🧡

Day 13 and Drew is back on his feet 🏃‍♂️

After days on the bike to let his ankle recover, he’s running again! Making his way through a loch in the heart of Scotland, surrounded by some of the most incredible scenery of the challenge so far.

It’s been far from an easy road, but moments like this remind us what Project Endure is all about: resilience, recovery, and pushing forward no matter what.

Support Drew’s journey and help raise vital funds for his chosen charities, @bigmoose.charity & @becomingxfoundation, by donating via the link in our bio 🧡

#2kMiles30Days #ForMentalHealth

Drew’s reflections from day 12:

“Honestly, I’m struggling to write this reflection of today. My memory of this morning is fuzzy as it’s been clouded by the events of this afternoon and evening.

I’m still drunk on joy when writing this in bed but after today’s cycle was cut short by the arrival of Storm Amy, I decided to take the rest of the day on by running. A few hours later, I was running into the town of Doune with the biggest smile on my face after a pain free 32km. Pain free!

It was probably the most emotional part of the project so far as I started to run without feeling the stabbing pain in my tendon like last time. I found it really degrading not being able to run because of the injury. I know that’s extremely hard on myself but I’ve never actually not been able to take another step when running before, with that injury and the stakes at hand with the rest of the project I had to stop.

Now being able to run again is like I have regained my strength. Mentally it will build me up again ready to take what’s coming. I know this whole reaction could be completely premature but I couldn’t care less as it’s made me feel on top of the world. There will be more injuries and more pain but I will continue to run until it’s impossible to do so.

The next few days will be very interesting. I’ll be taking it slow and easing back into it sensibly with the close guide of my amazing physio Sophie. We also have the storm to worry about which we will take as it comes. It’s not the first obstacle we’ve had on this project.

Today reminded me of one of my favourite things to say, “life is electric”. It really is, it’s full of constant pitfalls and triumphs. Moments of despair but then moments of pure wonder and joy. It swings between like a pendulum, so it won’t always be good but it also won’t always be bad. If you’re in a bad part right now, please know that it will get good again. There is always light at the end of the tunnel and positive experiences beyond your imagination are waiting for you just around the corner. From a very happy runner, always remember this and always keep going.”

Donate to Drew’s two chosen charities through the link in our bio 🧡

Taking a look back at day 10 🚲

After a quick stop at Preston Cycles to get the bike fixed up after his puncture(s), Drew kept the miles ticking over with support from Sophie on recovery and plenty of long stretches of road behind him.

He’s still on the bike for now to let his ankle recover, but we’ll share an update as soon as he’s ready to get back to running. What matters most is keeping the challenge moving forwards.

Now in Scotland, here’s what’s ahead:
📍 Day 12 – Livingston ➝ Doune
📍 Day 13 – Dound ➝ Bridge of Orchy

Follow along live and donate via the link in our bio to support @bigmoose.charity & @becomingxfoundation 🧡

#2kMiles30Days #ForMentalHealth

Drew’s reflections from day 11:

“In stunning Windermere. On the bike by 7:20 and tackle some tough climbs straight away. I was quite literally speechless riding through the Lake District. For the whole time I was thinking about how lucky I am to have this opportunity to take this project on. And as well how amazing it’s been to experience travelling up the UK through all the different counties and noticing the differences mile by mile.

Moving forward into Carlisle and onto Scotland. Scotland! Met a guy who’s cycling from Lands End to John O’Groats but self supported, mental. Very grateful to have the comfort of the van and my amazing crew on this challenge.

Today we were meant to stop at Moffat but I pushed further on into the night for an extra 20 miles. When it’s a good day, hold on to it and squeeze every last little drop out of it whilst you can. Push beyond preconceived limits, thats where you’ll find real progress.

I spent the majority of my life living inside my own limits, thinking that was all I was capable of. Bang average or worse at everything. It took a while for me to realise we are the ones who set our own limits. We decide what we’re capable of.“

If you’d like to support Drew during Project Endure, you can donate to his two chosen charities @bigmoose.charity & @becomingxfoundation via the link in our bio. 🧡

An update from Drew:

I wanted to take a moment to talk directly about Project Endure so far. It’s already been a journey full of challenges – from the tough mileage to the setbacks with injury – but that’s exactly what makes this project what it is. It was never meant to be easy.

Every mile is about raising awareness and funds for two brilliant charities: @bigmoose.charity and the @becomingxfoundation. Both are doing incredible work around mental health, and every donation, no matter the size, helps them keep changing lives.

If you’d like to support, you can donate through the link in our bio.

Thank you for all the encouragement so far. It means more than you know and is what keeps me and the team moving forward 🧡

#2kMiles30Days #ForMentalHealth

We’ve been a little quiet the past couple of days – but we’re back and aiming to share even more content with you for the rest of the challenge.

This reel shows behind the scenes of day 9 (Tuesday 30th October), giving some insight into what the crew get up to whilst Drew takes on the challenge.

Over Days 8 & 9, Drew has been on the bike to give his ankle tendon injury some much-needed rest. When he’ll return to running is still undecided, but the plan is clear – he’ll be making up those miles on the way back down to Land’s End! 🏃‍♂️

The road ahead is long, but with your support Drew is determined to keep moving forward and reach that 2,000-mile goal. Track the journey live and donate via the link in our bio to support Drew’s chosen charities @bigmoose.charity & @becomingxfoundation 💙🧡

#2kMiles30Days #ForMentalHealth

Project Endure - Day 9 - In Drew’s words

A quick reflection on day 9. I’ll aim to do this every day.

I owe you all more context and a proper update which I’ll give very soon. Thank you all for supporting me on this absolute rollercoaster of a challenge x

Day 7 and the challenge continues 🚴‍♂️ Drew made the tough call to switch onto the bike to give his ankle injury the rest it needs. This wasn’t an easy decision, but the plan is to keep pushing forward now, then make up the missed running miles on the way back.

It’s all part of the reality of an endurance challenge like this – adapting, adjusting, and finding a way to keep the bigger goal alive.

Here’s where Drew will be over the next few days:
📍 29 Sep – Cardiff ➝ Hereford
📍 30 Sep – Hereford ➝ Telford
📍 1 Oct – Middlewich ➝ Windermere

Follow along live, show your support roadside, or donate via the link in our bio to help raise vital funds for Drew’s chosen meantal health charities @bigmoose & @becomingxfoundation.

#2kMiles30Days #Resilience #ForMentalHealth

Day 6 looked a little different. To give Drew’s ankle injury some rest, the team built up the bike so he could keep the challenge moving forward. A few days will now be spent on two wheels, doing 100 miles per day, heading north.

Drew will make up the running miles for these days on the return journey south.

Huge thanks to @onyourbikecharity for the support in making it happen.

Here’s where Drew will be over the next few days:
📍 29 Sep – Cardiff ➝ Telford 🚴‍♂️
📍 30 Sep – Telford ➝ Preston 🚴‍♂️
📍 1 Oct – Preston ➝ Carlisle 🚴‍♂️

You can track Drew live and donate via the link in our bio to support his fundraising for @bigmoose & @becomingxfoundation 💙

#2kMiles30Days #ForMentalHealth

Day 5 and Drew was back out on the road! After a much-needed rest day, he picked up where he left off and completed the miles from Okehampton to Taunton – this time with the brilliant support of his friend @isabelsfives 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Having company out on the road makes a huge difference, especially after the tough start to the challenge. Every cheer, every mile shared, and every bit of encouragement keeps Drew moving forward.

Here’s where you can find him over the next few days:
📍 27 Sep – Taunton ➝ Bristol
📍 28 Sep – Bristol ➝ Cardiff
📍 29 Sep – Cardiff ➝ Hereford

Come run a few miles, give him a cheer roadside, or support by donating via the link in our bio.

#2kMiles30Days #EnduranceChallenges

Day 4 looked a little different. After pushing through three tough days, Drew took a much-needed rest day to give his ankle tendons time to recover.

Endurance isn’t just about grinding out the miles – it’s also about knowing when to pause, listen to your body, and do what’s needed to go the distance. With Sophie’s physiotherapy support, Drew is getting the right advice and treatment to be back on the road.

The team made the most of the downtime – with some good company from a four-legged friend 🐶 and an evening by the fire to keep spirits high.

Every mile, every challenge, and even every rest day is part of the journey. Thank you for following along, cheering Drew on, and supporting the cause. You can track the challenge and donate via the link in our bio.

#2kMiles30Days #MentalHealthAwareness

Day 3 tested Drew in a whole new way. His ankle injury gave him a lot of jip out on the road, and after pushing through the miles, the decision was made to take a rest day on Day 4 to recover properly.

This is all part of the journey – endurance challenges aren’t just about the physical miles, but also about adapting, listening to your body, and finding the resilience to keep moving forward. The team has stayed in good spirits, supporting Drew every step, and he’ll be back on the road as soon as possible! 🤞

Here’s where Drew will be over the next few days:
📍 26 Sep – Okehampton ➝ Taunton
📍 27 Sep – Taunton ➝ Bristol
📍 28 Sep – Bristol ➝ Cardiff

Join him for some miles, give him a cheer roadside, or support the cause by donating via the link in our bio.

#2kMiles30Days #MentalHealthAwareness #Resilience

Day 2 pushed Drew to his limits. From St Austell to Okehampton, it was a brutal 50 miles packed with hills – likely the toughest day of elevation across the whole challenge 🏔️

The team worked hard behind the scenes to keep Drew moving – from taping up his ankle tendons after an early injury, to keeping the van rolling and morale high. Every mile is a team effort, and today showed just how important that support is.

Here’s where Drew will be next if you want to join for a few miles, cheer him on, or show your support on the roadside:

📍 26 Sep – Okehampton ➝ Taunton
📍 27 Sep – Taunton ➝ Bristol
📍 28 Sep – Bristol ➝ Cardiff

Track Drew live and donate via the link in our bio – every step is helping raise funds and awareness for mental health charities.

#2kMiles30Days #MentalHealthAwareness #EnduranceChallenges

A huge thank you to Optimise Guernsey for sponsoring the first 100 miles of Project Endure – completed over Days 1 and 2. 🏃‍♂️

Kicking things off from Land’s End to St Austell and then on to Okehampton, Drew has already covered two gruelling ultra-marathons back-to-back. Having the support of Optimise made those first miles even more meaningful.

In today’s video, Drew talks about the importance of businesses who truly care – and how inspiring it was to meet the Optimise team and see how much they connected with the causes and reasons behind this challenge 💜

The journey started in an Optimise t-shirt at the Land’s End sign – and we couldn’t have asked for a better way to begin.

Thank you, Optimise, for helping us set the pace for what’s to come. Together, we’re raising vital funds for mental health.

Donate via the link in our bio and follow along as Drew continues north, one mile at a time.

#ProjectEndure #2kMiles30Days #ForMentalHealth

Day 1: Yesterday marked the official start of Project Endure.

Drew completed his first 50 miles, running from Land’s End to St Austell 🏃‍♂️

It was a huge day for the whole team – from the early sunrise start, to hours on the road, and recovery with Sophie’s support after the finish. Day 1 showed just how tough this journey will be, but also what’s possible with determination and the right people around you.

Here’s where Drew will be next if you want to come run a few miles, cheer him on, or just show your support:
📍 24th Sep – Okehampton ➝ Taunton
📍 25th Sep – Taunton ➝ Bristol
📍 26th Sep – Bristol ➝ Cardiff

You can track Drew live and donate to support his fundraising for his chosen charities @bigmoose.charity & @becomingxfoundation via the links in our bio.

Tell us in the comments where you’ll be cheering Drew on from this week 👇

#ProjectEndure #2kMiles30Days #MentalHealthAwareness #JoinTheJourney

Behind every mile Drew runs, there’s a huge amount of preparation and support that goes on in the background. Today, Ewan and Sophie headed to Asda to stock up on the essentials that will fuel Drew through the first stages of Project Endure 🛒

From high-carb meals to quick, easy snacks, every item has been carefully chosen to keep Drew energised, aid recovery, and make sure he’s ready to take on another 50 miles tomorrow.

This challenge isn’t just about Drew on the road – it’s about the whole team working together to make 2,000 miles in 30 days possible.

Follow the journey and help us make a real difference by donating via the link in bio 🙌

#ProjectEndure #2kMiles30Days #FuelTheJourney

Day 0 ✅

The calm before the storm! Yesterday was all about getting set up at Land’s End – flying the Guernsey flag, stocking up the van with a big food shop, and soaking in the iconic sign before the real test began.

And today, Drew has already smashed his first 50 miles, running from Land’s End to St Austell! 💪
An incredible start to this 1,000-mile challenge.

Over the next few days he’ll be heading through:
📍 Day 2 – St Austell ➡️ Okehampton (23rd Sept)
📍 Day 3 – Okehampton ➡️ Taunton (24th Sept)
📍 Day 4 – Taunton ➡️ Bristol (25th Sept)

If you’re nearby, come out to cheer him on or even join for a few miles – every bit of support keeps him moving forward!

👉 Track Drew live on his journey and donate to support his chosen charities via the links in our bio.

#endurancechallenge #ultramarathons #ultrarunning

Day 1/30 of Project Endure is officially here! 🚐

Today Drew takes on his first 50-mile stint (ultra-marathon 1 of 20!), running from Land’s End all the way to St Austell 🏃‍♂️

Yesterday the team prepped for the challenge, waking up in the van, grabbing the essentials, getting our wheels kitted out with fresh stickers from @smithsigns, checking over all the gear, and of course fueling up with some serious carb loading 💪

The journey ahead is huge, but every mile we cover is to raise money for two amazing charities 🧡

Over the next few days you can catch Drew along the route:
📍 22 Sept – Land’s End to St Austell
📍 23 Sept – St Austell to Okehampton
📍 24 Sept – Okehampton to Taunton
📍 25 Sept – Taunton to Bristol

👉 Support Drew and the team by donating via the link in our bio!

#ProjectEndure #Day1 #ChallengeBegins #UltraMarathons

Two charities. One target. £100,000.

This is my usual post I write pre challenge to try and get you to donate.

I’m writing this on the plane to London, thinking what the hell have I got myself in for.

If I’m honest, I’m not too sure what to say.

All I know is, 4 years ago I was in the lowest point of my life. Rock bottom.

I felt no hope for my future and I struggled to look at myself in the mirror. Eventually, it all turned around for me and that was down to two things.

Support. And realising my own potential.

Those two things both saved and transformed my life.

That’s why I’m making this sacrifice and taking on this 2,000 mile challenge.

For support, I’m raising money and awareness for @bigmoose.charity . A charity that we are introducing to Guernsey for islanders to use their free and immediate therapy service.

For potential, I’m raising money and awareness for the @becomingxfoundation . An organisation that provides the tools for someone to realise what they are truly capable of in disadvantaged communities.

This project is a metaphor for my own life. From struggle to recovery, and forward into unapologetically chasing my own limits.

It’s my love letter to those that supported me and whatever crazy happenstance it was that lead me to realise what our minds are capable of.

No one should struggle without support. Everyone should be given the ability to chase what they are capable of.

If you can, please support me. Please support our island and the UK as a whole community. Donations link in bio or on our website
www.projectendure.co.uk

Project Endure isn’t possible without the belief and backing of our sponsors. Each one has stepped forward to power a 100-mile stretch of this journey helping me run and ride the length of the UK twice in support of mental health.

Thanks to them, I will stand at Lands End on Monday morning ready to begin a 2,000 mile journey, flying the flag for mental health awareness and our belief that true strength blossoms from struggle.

💜 Run Segment Sponsors Optimise | AD Offshore Recruitment | Network | The Padded Cell | Spirit | Oak | Midshore Consulting | Aztec Group | BankAston | Gravity

💙 Cycle Segment Sponsors Optimise | Consilium | Fort

💛 Supporting Sponsors Ian Brown’s Cycle Shop | Fletcher Sports | My Club Group | eSimplify

Your support means more than logos on a map. It means fuel for a national conversation, resources to deliver a feature-length documentary, and - most importantly - the chance to change and save lives through our two charity partners bigmoose and the BecomingX Foundation.

From Lands End to John O’Groats and back again, we’ll carry your names with us every mile. Together, we are showing what’s possible when purpose and perseverance meet.

Thank you for standing with us. This is just the beginning.

We still have some availability in the cycling leg for further sponsorship, if you’re a business leader and Project Endure resonates with you then get in touch.

www.projectendure.co.uk

Every step of Project Endure is powered by belief.

Belief that we can change the way we talk about mental health.
Belief that Guernsey can lead by example.
Belief that when businesses choose purpose, lives can be saved.

Today, that belief gets stronger.

We’re excited to welcome the second wave of sponsors who are fuelling this movement and in doing so, proving that change is possible when we act together.

Each sponsor stepping forward is investing in real impact:

💥A fast, free therapy model that’s already saved lives now coming to Guernsey through bigmoose
💥Equipping disadvantaged communities with tools to realise their potential via BecomingX Foundation
💥Creating a documentary that turns endurance into a story of hope, resilience, and action

Here’s who’s now powering the next stretch of our 2,000-mile journey:

Optimise (Premium Sponsor)
Aztec Group
Bank Aston
Consilium Insurance Brokers
The Padded Cell
My Club (Cycling Jersey Sponsor)

To each of you: thank you for standing up and standing with us.

This project is about more than endurance, it’s about building a future where nobody is left without support when they need it most.

30 days. 2,000 miles. One mission.

This is the route.
👇
Running up. Cycling back.
50 miles a day on foot.
100 miles a day on the bike.

Every town we hit - every step, every pedal - is a chance to connect, to spark conversation, to show what’s possible.

If I’m coming through your town and you feel like joining for a mile (or 50), I’d love the company.
 There’ll be a live tracker shared soon. Or just drop us a message.

This isn’t just an endurance challenge. It’s a statement.
 For Guernsey. For the UK. For anyone who’s ever struggled mentally and needs to know there’s a way forward.

#endurance #mentalhealth #resilience #running #ultramarathon

The movement is building and today we’re proud to introduce the first wave of brands who’ve stepped up to help bring Project Endure to life.

This isn’t just a sponsorship. It’s a commitment to reshaping how we think about mental health in Guernsey and across the UK.

Each of our partners are backing a mission that starts with a 2,000-mile endurance challenge but ends with something far more important:

💥 Fast, free, high-quality mental health support through our partner @bigmoose.charity
💥 Education and tools to realise potential in disadvantaged communities via our partner @becomingxfoundation
💥 A film that challenges stigma and proves that strength can come from struggle

Massive thanks to our incredible sponsors:

Fort Group (Premium Sponsor)
Gravity Group (Premium Sponsor)
Oak Group
Alexander Daniels
Network Insurance & Financial Planning
Midshore Consulting
Fletcher Sports (Running Shoe sponsor)
Ian Browns (Bike Sponsor)
eSimplify (Data Sponsor)

Our sponsors immediately recognised the severity of the problem once we presented it to them and just like us they aren’t waiting for change. They’re helping create it.

They share our vision of the unique opportunity that Project Endure offers to help combat the crisis we’re facing and more importantly they share our passion for helping people.

If you’re a business leader who believes in purpose, direct action, and real-world impact, we need your help and there’s still time to join us.

Let’s talk.

Graphic:👏 @tonichaamelia

I’ve been quiet on here recently.

I’ve only just got back from some much needed time away. Life’s been a bit of a whirlwind these past few months, and this was the first chance I’ve had to fully switch off and recharge.

This time away has given me the opportunity to properly recharge my batteries for the first time in a while. I’m really proud of myself for fully turning my mind off on all things Project Endure, this is something I’ve always struggled with but this time I nailed it.

I’m guilty when it comes down to not giving myself as much mental rest as I should do. When I’m at home in Guernsey, there isn’t a moment that goes by where the project isn’t on my mind.

This really is everything to me. I’ve never believed in something so strongly before, the chance to build something meaningful, something that changes lives.

The opportunity I have to prove to people that ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things.

Behind the scenes this project is a lot of work. All my time at the moment is going towards gaining the funding for the project and organising the logistics. It’s not easy and it’s exactly why I’ve needed this break.

I’ve never been tested like this before.

Already I’ve been thrown out of my comfort zone trying to sell the vision to businesses, orchestrating the logistics of an across a nation challenge and balancing all of this with the training for the 2000 mile journey I have ahead of me.

This post is more of a chance to say I haven’t gone anywhere. Like some mad scientist I’m hidden away in my study trying to build one absolute monster of a project.

I know the opportunity I have in front of me is remarkable and I recognise the privilege I have that I am the person in the unique position that’s best placed to squeeze every drop out of it.

I’m recharged, the blinders are on and I’ve just thrown a big lump of Guernsey granite on the throttle of Project Endure.

#run #runner #endurance

A Typical Strength Session

Covering one of my two strength sessions a week. Even though I haven’t raced for a while my running and general ability to run far without pain has come on leaps and bounds the past 8 months and I put a lot of it down to strength training.

My coach has been pivotal in getting across the importance of strength training for ultra running to me.

More importantly they’ve helped me recognise that my old method of just high volume running per week was not the way to go.

Properly managed time running per week + targeted and consistent strength training = Significant Results

I’ve also never loved being in the gym more. All sessions are powered by Turnstile or some other very similar source of motivation :)

#run #runner #running #strengthwork #endurance

A weekend of training.

It’s really not as glamorous as most runners would show you on social media and that’s exactly what I want this to look like. You might think I’d have way more footage to include from a whole weekend, I could have thrown in a few more things to make it pretty but that would be against what I’m trying to do here.

Honestly, a lot of the rest of my time this weekend was spent either at my desk working on the project or resting. That’s the reality.

I feel like people look at someone like me or other runners taking on big challenges on social media and think they must jump out of bed and not miss the mark at all. It couldn’t be further from the truth.

I can sometimes spend ages just looking at my running shoes. It’s never easy and it never will be. I slept awfully both Friday and Saturday night, my run went horrifically wrong and my cycle nearly didn’t happen. I could have done better to be fully rested for this weekend but that’s just not how life works out sometimes.

The line between pushing yourself and giving yourself the rest you need is very fine. It’s a skill you learn. It’s something that’s applicable in all areas of life. Sometimes you need to push as hard as you can but sometimes you need to let off the pedal and let yourself breathe.

I’m going to follow up with some videos on this soon. The balance between pushing yourself and resting, and the true reality of training for something like this.

Be proud for ticking off the boxes not how that ticking off looks like through a screen.

Listen to yourself first and foremost.

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Guernsey is in a mental health crisis.

In the past 10 years, suicide rates have doubled.

We now face one of the highest rates in Europe - more than double that of Jersey.

This is not a statistic. This is a wake-up call.

And we’re not waiting for permission to act.

Project Endure is introducing a proven, fast, and free therapy service to Guernsey - delivered through one of our partners @bigmoose.charity . No long waits. No red tape. Just real support, when it’s needed most.

Swipe through to see how we’re making this happen and how you can help.

This is our moment to help fight this crisis.

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Another week closer to Lands End.

Another gallon of chocolate milk deleted.

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Self Belief

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Self Belief

Probably one of the most important skills someone could develop.

It’s one of the tools that helped me the most with getting to where I am today in running and is also the main fuel behind me doing Project Endure.

It’s not everything and you’ll still need to work your arse off but it’s one of the most important ingredients to getting what you deserve out of life.

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Training for Project Endure

One of my 3 weekly double days.

A lot of training to fit in which means these double session days are a must. It’s not always easy fitting them in around life but they’re always worth it.

I will get better at these videos I promise…

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Project Diaries: Breaking down the challenge

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A deeper look at the challenge, the mission, and the people we’re doing it for.

This is what Project Endure is all about. Movement, purpose, and impact.
Proud to be working with @bigmoose.charity & @becomingxfoundation to bring this to life.

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Project Endure:

A 2,000-mile challenge to change the way the UK faces mental health.

This autumn, I’ll run 1000 miles from Land’s End to John o’Groats.

Then I’ll turn around and cycle 1000 miles back.

All within 30 days.

This isn’t just an endurance challenge.

It’s about proving that we’re stronger than we think and that change is possible.

This project is personal.

For years, I felt completely lost. I had no direction, no confidence, and no idea how to fix the way I felt.

Running saved my life.

Now I’m using it to help others find their way too.

We’re turning this challenge into a national documentary a raw, real story about pain, potential, and the power of the human mind.

Alongside two amazing partners - bigmoose and the BecomingX Foundation - we’re raising vital awareness, funds, and a message that’s long overdue.

For more info, to support us, and to donate head to our website www.projectendure.co.uk. All links in bio.

My Story

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My Story: Pt. 8 Moving Forward

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My Story: Pt. 7 My Unique Opportunity

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My Story: Pt. 6 Why I’m Doing This
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My Story: Pt. 5 Pushing Myself Further

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My Story: Pt. 4 A New Feeling

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My Story: Pt. 3 My Lowest Point

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My Story: Pt. 2 Getting Knocked Down

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My Story: Pt. 1 Who Am I?

Over the next week or so I’ll be sharing some videos about what my story has been so far with running and how I used it to get myself out of a tough place mentally.

Whilst some of you might know this already I thought it was about time to find the courage to share a rough picture of how I got to where I am today.

More importantly, sharing my story is a necessary step I need to make for me to be able to announce my next project which will follow the end of this mini series. It’s my biggest challenge yet and I can’t wait to share it.

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I’ve reached a point where I feel comfortable sharing some raw and honest thoughts about my experiences since I started running. Over the past couple of years, running has become more than just a physical challenge for me, it’s been a deep dive into the mental side of things. So, I’ve decided to start sharing my thoughts on topics related to running and the mental health side of it in particular.

I believe I can be vulnerable enough about my experiences that they could actually resonate with some people. While it will be running based, I will aim to make this relevant to all walks of life. It might be a slog at first, but I know there’s some value rattling around in my mind somewhere, as there is in everyone’s.

The obvious thing to point out is that these will just be my thoughts, in no way at all am I a professional. That will become painfully obvious. I just hope my willingness to be open and endure my horrific camera presence might help others that are interested. I want to cover everything from dealing with failure, training through stress, and other topics like being afraid to start. Too much of the running social media space is material and false, and I would like to contribute towards changing that.

The reason I do all of this has always been to find out more about how our minds work and how the formula that’s used to push ourselves in extreme physical pursuits can be translated into something that can be used to ease everyday struggles for everyone. I thought that if I can’t speak to a camera or put my actual thoughts into words on these topics, how will I ever get closer to finding it? Anyways, it might be a laugh. I might catch myself falling over on camera.

As always, I have another crazy challenge brewing in the background that I can’t wait to share. It will undoubtedly be one of the toughest challenges I’ll ever face, and the work I’m doing now will serve as a stepping stone to ensure it’s a success.

A year ago today, my life changed.

Somewhere in the Saharan desert, in 52 degree heat, I found myself in the worst physical and mental state I’ve ever experienced. Hallucinating, confused and suffering from extreme fatigue. I had no water left and I was in the middle of a stretch of sand dunes (pictured) that seemed to be multiple storeys high. I remember a couple times falling to my knees in exhaustion thinking how am I going to make it to the next checkpoint let alone the next 40 odd kilometres of desert before the finish.

By nothing short of a miracle I managed to stumble in the right direction to the next checkpoint where I could refill water and find some shade. I sat down and all of the self doubt started to creep in, “I’ve really messed up this time” and “I knew I wasn’t capable of getting through this race” was what was ringing in my head. I thought about my family and friends at home and how I desperately wanted to make them proud. I had some unopened letters from those close to me and I chose to open them at that checkpoint and it was probably the best decision I made the whole race.

Those letters completely transformed my thoughts at the time, they quite literally picked me up at my lowest point and got me back up on my feet. I started speaking to myself better in my own head and I promised myself from that moment on in the race I would only think positively and picture the end of the race, getting the medal and then seeing my family when I got home.

I still struggle to explain it today but the effect it had on me physically is what has changed my life. I wasn’t given any magic painkillers, I didn’t take any special nutrition or supplement. That physical transformation came purely from my own mind within the space of about 10 minutes.

The obvious realisations to me was that support, when you’re at your lowest, is everything and that the key to easing mental suffering and enduring the hard things life throws at us lies within our own heads.

I have some huge plans to push myself back into that state very soon where hopefully, with the help of some friends, we can create something that can help others make the same realisations.

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The Challenge

Starting at Land’s End, Drew is running 1,000 miles to John O’Groats, covering an average of 50 miles a day. That is the equivalent of 20 consecutive ultra marathons in 20 days. Without a break, he is then cycling 1,000 miles back, averaging 100 miles a day over 10 days.

Head over to the The Challenge page to explore resources and information about this one of a kind endurance challenge.

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Mission

Project Endure exists to inspire resilience, raise vital awareness for mental health, and prove that human potential is far greater than we believe.

Through an extraordinary test of endurance, covering 2,000 miles on foot and bike across the UK, we aim to create a powerful movement that challenges stigma, drives meaningful change, and empowers individuals to realise their strength in the face of adversity.

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The Route

Project Endure is a 2,000-mile test of resilience. Drew will run 1,000 miles from Land’s End to John O’Groats in 20 days, averaging 50 miles a day, before cycling 1,000 miles back in just 10 days. One of the toughest challenges imaginable, all in just 30 days.

The Mission

Drew shares our "why" behind Project Endure and why it is so much more than just an endurance challenge.

Our Partners

We’re proud to be partnered with two powerful organisations that are changing lives across the UK, not just with words, but with action. As part of our partnership we have chosen bigmoose and the BecomingX Foundation as the two charities that Project Endure will raise funds and awareness for.

Bigmoose is a mental health charity dedicated to making a real difference, offering fast access to therapy and life-changing support for those who need it most. Their mission is to help people live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives, and we are proud to have them alongside us on Project Endure.

The BecomingX Foundation is a charitable organisation dedicated to helping young people in disadvantaged communities realise their full potential. Through education and powerful stories of resilience, they’re breaking down barriers and creating real change. We’re extremely proud to support their mission through Project Endure.

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