Jasper Blacklock

TCS London Marathon 2025

I'm taking part in the TCS London Marathon as part of #TeamStroke

I joined #TeamStroke for the TCS London Marathon 2025.

There are over 1.3 million stroke survivors in the UK, with 100,000 strokes happening in the UK each year. That's one stroke every five minutes.

We're here to support people to rebuild their lives after stroke. We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after stroke, so we work with the stroke community to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support. We rely on your support to provide vital services, campaign for better stroke care and fund research into preventative and rehabilitative treatments.

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My updates

Thame Trail Ultra ✅

Wednesday 23rd Oct
On Saturday 19 October, I completed my first ultramarathon - the Thames Trail Ultra, which is a 48 mile race from Iffley to Henley-on-Thames. The first 20km was just pure mud and water - it was like ice skating. That fully drained my energy and strength and I was close to pulling out after checkpoint two (less than 30k in). Apparently around 20 people dropped out of the race and most of those did so between CP1-CP2. I dug deep and found a couple of people to run with and it completely changed the race. I couldn’t have done it without their support, which goes to show how important community is. Seeing family and my dog at the checkpoints was also a big boost. I Overall, it was a realllllyyyy rough but rewarding day and I learned so much! 

Now, I am going to rest for a week as my body is in bits 😂 I think I’ll then focus on a bit of shorter distance running for the rest of the year before picking up London marathon training in January. Thanks for everyone’s donations so far - it really means a lot. 

Last long run before the ultra

Sunday 6th Oct
Yesterday, I did my final long run (50k) before the ultra. I’d originally planned to do this with more than two weeks to go, but life got in the way! Now, I’m going to enjoy a two week taper with less exercise, plenty of rest and then plenty of carbs on the final week. I was feeling quite nervous (and tbf I still am) about the race, but this run and the time (5hrs40) has given me a big mental boost. 

LONDON MARATHON 2025!

Wednesday 18th Sep
So today I got accepted to run for The Stroke Association in the London Marathon 2025. It's been a dream of mine to run in this legendary race and I couldn't think of a better cause. In 2024, I ran the Brighton Marathon in aid of The Stroke Association, so I am super happy to be able to raise even more for them in 2025.

As part of my fundraising efforts, I will be be taking on some other races ahead of London; I will also be doing some more fun fundraising activities that people can get involved in along the way, so keep your eyes peeled for those.

My first challenge is just a month away when I will be attempting to complete the Thames Trail ultramarathon (75km). Wish me luck!!!

If you can contribute absolutely anything at all along the way, I would be so grateful - it's all going to a fantastic cause. 

Thank you to my sponsors

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Alex Gage

Good luck brother ❤️

£53

Geoffrey Maskell

£50

Thalessa Saliba

Well done on your ultramarathon Jasper, so proud of you. Here’s to many more marathons and ultramarathons that I’m sure will come ✨🙏🏻. Good luck on your London Marathon, have fun out there 😊☺️

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Lewis Wright

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Zach Hemsley

Smash it brother!x

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Tomas Hyland

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Ruby Goom

Good luck Jazzy B! X

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Lizzie Twells

Good luck Jasper!

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Lucy Whiteside

Go on legend!! 🏃🏼🩵

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Sarah Bonner

Wishing you the best of luck (keep up with the food content too!) X

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Sophie Robertson

Amazing achievement Jasper - well done!

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Megan Sheridan

Good luck king 🤴 you’ll smash it! X

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Harrison And Tasko

See you on race day mate!

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Nathaniel Collis

Keep smashing it 👊🏻

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Nicola Rowlinson

Good luck Jasper - Great cause

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Harry Jackson

Good luck Jasper, I’m sure you’ll smash it!

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Jack Spittlehouse

Good luck 💪🏽

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Eddie Nock

Well done, Jasper!