Marathon Des Sables - The Ultimate Challenge

The 2026 challenge is the toughest Ultra Marathon on the planet, the mighty, Marathon Des Sables - LEGENDARY.

The world famous Catherine McEwan Foundation challenge is back for 2024 and taking on Ironman, Kalmar, Sweden.

🏊 2.4 Mile Swim
🚴 112 Mile Cycle
🏃‍♂️ 26.2 Mile Run

#allinforcrohnsandcolitis #IBDscotland #Crohnsscotland #IBDscotland

05/04/2026

Todays update....💜

05/04/2026

Todays action...

04/04/2026

Twas the night before the MDS Legendary ....

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Photos from Marathon Des Sables - The Ultimate Challenge's post

04/04/2026

Scenes from 1st night & sunrise in camp....⛺️

If you can help us make a difference please click the link...💜

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04/04/2026

This 💜

02/04/2026

Might be the last chance to get an update as the service in the desert is supposed to be grim....however we will do our best!

Thanks so much for all the love! 💜

Donate Here If ye Can! 😉💜

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02/04/2026

Waiting on transport to our first stop....Ouarzazate....4 hours drive, It's called the "Gateway to the Desert"....overnight there before a further 8 hours tomorrow to our first camp.... 😄🌞

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01/04/2026

Next stop Morrocco 🌄🌞

Donations most welcome to help give hope to those affected by Inflammatory Bowel Disease 💜

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