I am up for a challenge at the Manchester Marathon says autistic Herts athlete
Autistic athlete talks about his preparations for a marathon challenge.
After I did 2 Manchester Marathon warm-up races, I am gearing up to run for the National Autistic Society for the 2026 Manchester Marathon on Sunday, 19 April.
I still train with Special Olympics St Albans, on the track in St Albans and on the road to and from either King's Langley, Leverstock Green or Gadebridge Park to prepare for my biggest challenge.
I was signed up to take part in the 2026 London Marathon, but I withdrew my entry and now focusing on the Manchester Marathon.
I have huge support from the pageant community including the reigning Miss GB Alice Cutler and the reigning Miss Supranational UK Niamh Taylor. Plus a huge support from my fellow athletes from St Albans Striders, Special Olympics St Albans and Spider Runners.
My aim is to reach the £350 donation mark to support autistic people like me and open up autism schools and colleges as well as supporting autistic adults find their independent home care.
Please don't forget to donate to my Just Giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/jethro-o-mcrm-26