If you are, we want to hear your stories.

Go to northernecho.co.uk and click on the button which says “Get involved with the news in your community. Send your stories and photos now”.

Tell us in 150 words why you’re taking on the world’s biggest half marathon.

Don’t forget to include your full name, age, where you’re from, and a contact number in case we need more information.

And remember to tell us how people can sponsor you if you’re raising money for a good cause with your efforts.

Attach a photo and submit your story by 5pm on Thursday, and we’ll publish as many as we can next week in the run up to the big day.

Good luck with any last minute training, and we look forward to hearing why you’re pulling on your running shoes.