Fundraiser Spotlight: Dan’s Offshore Challenge
Meet Dan Potter – one of our incredible Great North Runners, and possibly the only one doing laps on an oil rig helideck!
Dan’s training for September’s race comes with a twist: every two weeks, he’s offshore. But that hasn’t stopped him clocking the miles – from an 18km treadmill slog (his words: “soul destroying” 
) to 130 laps around the helideck for a 10k! No seasickness reported… yet.
) to 130 laps around the helideck for a 10k! No seasickness reported… yet.Dan says:
“Joining the FareShare team for the GNR came at the perfect time. I wanted a new challenge after a quiet year, and supporting FareShare was a no-brainer – I know the great work they do through my kids’ school. Training’s been tough, but now I’m running 50km a week, my 5k time is down to 24 minutes, and I’ve lost 12kg. First half marathon attempt is this week – wish me luck!”
We’re SO proud to have Dan flying the flag (and treading the deck), raising funds for us. Thanks for going the extra nautical mile!
To support Dan’s fundraising efforts visit our Just Giving Great North Run page.
