Cassie’s London Marathon Challenge

At Hobson’s Choice, we’re proud of our team, and today, we want to celebrate one of our designers, Cassie Nelson-Hall. On April 27th, Cassie will run the 2025 London Marathon, raising funds for Leukaemia Care, a charity supporting those affected by blood cancer.

For Cassie, this is personal. Both her parents have been diagnosed with rare blood cancers. “Seeing first-hand how this illness affects families has been a huge motivator,” she shares. “Leukaemia Care does amazing work, and I want to give back.”

The Challenge of Training Cassie’s marathon prep includes three runs a week—interval training, long-distance runs, and strength workouts. “Running is tough, but training with friends has kept me going,” she says. “The hardest part is staying motivated after a tough week.”

From blisters to learning how to fuel her body, it’s been a journey. “I never realised how much food and water I’d need just to keep going!” she laughs. With 50 days to go, Cassie is gearing up for her longest training run—22 miles—before tapering for race day.

Advice for Runners Cassie’s top tips: “Start training early, prevent injuries, and get the right trainers!” She also recommends following a plan: “It takes the guesswork out of training. And always have a reward after a long run!”

How You Can Help Cassie has raised over £2,100 and is close to her goal. Every donation makes a difference. “I’d love to exceed my target—please support if you can!”

If you’d like to contribute, click below to donate. Every pound helps provide vital support to families affected by blood cancer.

Follow our social channels for Cassie’s progress updates. Thank you for your support!

The Hobson’s Choice Team