British marathon runner Mahamed Mahamed is balancing intense training for the London Marathon with the spiritual demands of Ramadan. Based in Ifrane, Morocco, he trains at night under floodlights alongside other Muslims observing the Islamic holy month. His training schedule involves sessions at 4pm, breaking fast, attending mosque, and completing a second session before limited sleep.

Mahamed's days extend into the early morning hours as he refuels, prays, and attempts to maximize rest between training blocks. The 2024 London Marathon fourth-place finisher describes the dual challenge as "a little bit hard" but emphasizes Ramadan's importance in his life. "It makes me focus as well. It makes me understand who I am and what I could do," he explained.

Among four active British runners to have clocked under 2:08, Mahamed sees himself as part of a "new era" cohort alongside Alex Yee, Emile Cairess, and Philip Sesemann. After targeting a personal best in London, he will compete for a European Championship medal in Birmingham this summer, demonstrating remarkable dedication to both his faith and athletic ambitions.