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TV presenter signs up for Great North Run
CHILDREN'S TV presenter Mark Rhodes has signed up for this year's Great North Run.
Mark – one half of Sam & Mark – will pound the streets of Newcastle and South Shields to raise cash for Christian Aid.
This Morning regular Mark, 28, who co-hosts radio and TV shows with Sam Nixon, commentated on the Junior Great North Run for CBBC in 2007.
He said: "I was struck by the incredible atmosphere the race generated among the runners and supporters.
"I remember thinking what a massive accomplishment it was for anyone who finished it. So when Christian Aid asked me to run it for them, I decided to say yes.
"I hope people can put their hands in their pockets and sponsor me.
"For the experienced runners, it may feel like a walk in the park, but not me.
"I've been doing 10k runs here and there, but completing the full race will be a massive, massive accomplishment for me. I can't wait to see the atmosphere and the buzz of the crowd."
Anyone who wants to sponsor Mark can visit www.justgiving.com/samandmarktv. Money raised will go to help poor communities.
* Are you doing this year's Great North Run? Call the newsdesk with your story on 427 4836.
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Saturday 04 February 2012
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