7by7runner’s Weblog

In 63 days the 7by7 Bridge Run will begin.

Seven laps of the seven bridges that join up Sydney Harbour in seven days.

Each lap is 25 km; 175 km over the week.

Yesterday I postponed the start date from 14 March to 1 May as I felt I lacked the necessary support to make the event successful- not just one lone runner pounding the pavement for no good reason.

So what is the good reason I am doing this, I hear you ask.

I intend to raise $70,000 for the Sydney based charity, Father Chris Riley’s Youth Off The Streets.

The tag line for the event is ‘Reconnecting to our youth’, and crossing the bridges is full of symbolism in this regard.

Check back in and see my progress- I’ll be talking about my training, the route, overcoming injuries and recovery.

100% of decisions are made by those who turn up- get running!