From Last to First

Charlie Spedding joined Gateshead Harriers when he was 16 and competed in distance races for 20 years. He now runs occasionally, and also enjoys long distance cycle trips. Working as a community Pharmacist in the North-East of England, he passionately believes most people could improve their health with more regular exercise. He has been a summariser with Radio 5's London Marathon coverage for 17 years. Charlie is an optimist by nature, despite being a life-long Sunderland supporter. He has three children, four step-children, and lives in Newcastle with his wife, Christina.