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Great North Run & Backyard Ultra Marathon

By Tom Slack

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12 laps - 50 miles (80km)

I found a way. 
Not because I’m fit, strong or capable but because I simply refused to stop putting one foot in front of the other so l could see what might happen next.
I reached my limit countless times, my body gave up, but my mind never did.

I did this to understand what my mind was capable of when my back is truly against the wall and the self belief and learnings l’ll take from this are truly priceless.
They’ll stay with me for the rest of my life.

I needed this, I needed the test and more than anything I needed this feeling.
The pain, the discomfort but most importantly - the feeling of pride.
It’s a huge thing to be proud of yourself.

For the first time in such a long time my head feels calm

Hardwick Hall - Back Yard Ultra

On the 13th September I will be taking on the backyard ultra at Hardwick Hall. 
All support is appreciated ❤️ if anyone is local and wants to drop in and share some words of encouragement that would be wonderful. 

Thank you

Huge thank you to everyone for your support, donations and messages! 
Please keep sharing and spreading the word! 
The main goal is to raise awareness ❤️

Slight setback

Ive not written much on here but thought I’d drop in for an update as I am a few days out from the Great North.
I have sadly spent the past week trying to shift a sore throat. Not ideal on the build up to some running events but we keep pushing on 👍🏼

Devastating news – Matthew Jones

Last month, I lost my friend Matty — someone who proudly served his country with honour and strength. But like too many veterans, that service came with lasting, invisible battles. In the end, those struggles became too heavy to carry, and Matty tragically took his own life.


I had already committed to running in support of a mental health charity, but after this heartbreaking loss, I know there’s no cause more fitting. This run is for everyone fighting silent battles we may never see, and for you Matty.


Let’s keep the conversation going. Let’s look out for one another. And let’s honour those we’ve lost by fighting for better support for those still here.


Rest easy, Mate ❤️

13th Sept - Backyard Ultramarathon

A backyard ultramarathon is a type of ultrarunning race where runners complete a 4.1 mile (6.7 km) loop every hour, on the hour, until only one runner remains. It’s a race of endurance, pacing, and mental toughness, not speed.

Wish me luck 🍀 

7th Sept - Great North Run

The great north run is a half marathon, I will be taking part in this event on Sunday 7th Sept - 6days before the start of my backyard ultramarathon 

Mental health treatment for veterans.

In September I will be taking part in two events.

- The Great North Run (7th Sept)

- Rasselbock Backyard Ultra - Hardwick Hall Estate (13th Sept)

I am taking the opportunity to raise money and awareness for the Combat Stress charity.

Combat Stress is the UK's leading charity for veterans' mental health. For over a century, they've helped former servicemen and women deal with issues like trauma, anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. Today, they provide support to veterans from every service and every conflict.

I’m taking on vital steps towards ensuring veterans can get the support they need.

Thank you so much for your support.

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My Achievements

Thank you to my Sponsors

£58.56

Kenny Jones

Smash it buddy

£50

Ken Jones (matty's Dad)

This means so much to me and Matt's mum, thank you Tom and good luck.

£50

Britt

Go smash it mate! Love from Britt

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Tom Gardner

Great effort for a great cause!

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Vic,dan, Charlie,bonnie <3

Proud of you!

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Vito

Good luck mate

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Guy Slack

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Kyle Crawford

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Gemma (matty’s Sister)

Go smash it Tom, I really appreciate you doing this ❤️ Matty would be so proud of you 🥰

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Richard Denton

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Treena Slack

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Niki

Thankyou ❤️‍🩹 this means the world xx

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Aron

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Ben Crawford

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Goldy

Go on Slacky. You’ll smash it mate.

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Brian C

Nice one legend!

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Julie Williams

All the best in your races Tom,sending love from us all.

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Martin A

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Craig And Gemma

I know you will do this mate and when it gets tough think of your mate 💪🏻👊🏻

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Joe, Emma, Perry, Aspen And Denver

Good luck pal go smash it from the Franks x

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Michelle Harris

Good luck Tom! From all the Harris’ xx

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Lewis

Go smash it mate!

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Rick Slack

Good luck Tom

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Smash it 💪

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Good luck buddy

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Jon I

Go smash it bud... great cause!

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Jarad Clayton

Go one more 💪🏼

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Gaz Wathan

Good luck bud, you’ll smash it!

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Guy D

Good luck Tom!

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Maureen

Good Luck Tom ! Xx

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Tony Z

I’m sure you’ll smash it mate 👏👏👏👏