2011 will be the 30th year of the Belfast City Marathon and it will prove a memorable experience for eight first-timers who have all decided to radically alter their lifestyles and take on the challenge of a lifetime. They will be joined by larger-than-life radio host Stephen Nolan whose battle with the bulge has been well documented.

After six months of hard work, marathon day finally arrives, but who, if anyone, will make it to the finish line? And will the infamous Stephen Nolan even turn up? Show less