Runner Nikki Evans signs up for Gold Coast Marathon 2020 as new year’s resolution

Gold Coast mum Nikki Evans has decided on her New Year’s resolution – now she has six months to make sure she’s ready for it.

GOLD Coast mum Nikki Evans has made her New Year’s resolution – and now she has six months to prepare for it.

The 30-year-old mother-of-two hopes to achieve a dream by taking on the 2020 Gold Coast Marathon alongside thousands of other runners.

She said it was deciding she was “done having kids” that spurred her into finally signing up.

INCREDIBLE NEW PRIZE TO BE OFFERED FOR MARATHON WINNERS

“It’s always been a goal of mine, always one of those bucket list items I wanted to tick off,” she said.

Nikki Evans has finally decided to take on her first marathon. Picture Glenn Hampson

“This year I decided now I’m finished having babies, it’s the year I’m going to make it happen for myself.

“I’ve done three half-marathons and a 30km run before but I’ve never done the full marathon before. I’m really excited to challenge myself and see what I can achieve.”

The Benowa local is already in training with a running coach to make sure she is in top shape come race day. The marathon program will be run over the weekend of July 4-5.

No doubt her children, aged four and one, will be on the sidelines cheering her on.

And there is extra incentive for the professional marathon runners to get onboard this year.

A big boost in prizemoney is expected for the 2020 event, along with an extra incentive carrot of an as yet undisclosed pot of gold for breaking records.

KEEP UP WITH THE CONVERSATION. 50% OFF FOR THE FIRST 12 WEEKS. T & Cs APPLY

Marathon organisers earlier this month predicted a spike in numbers, with Events Management Queensland CEO Cam Hart saying there was “significant interest” so far.

“(There is) a 2 per cent increase in entries compared to the same period last year,” he said.

“The New Year is a popular time for people to set goals and commit to new challenges for the year ahead.

Thousands are expected to take on the marathon this year. Picture: Marathon Photos

“This has been reflected in these strong opening numbers and positive social media engagement and commentary on the event.”

Village Roadshow Theme Parks has also come onboard as the naming rights’ sponsor in a three year agreement with one of the biggest and best run marathons in the world.

93-YEAR-OLD MARATHON RUNNER SHARES HIS SECRET

For information about ticket prices and how to enter, visit goldcoastmarathon.com.au/enter