Today is the day— the ballot to enter the London Marathon 2016 is open and waiting for you. In case your new to this, here's how it works: enter your name and running profile on the VMLM website before Friday (8 May 2015).You'll receive an email with a reference number confirming you've entered the draw. In October, you'll find out by post if you've been successful. Simple. Do it— a lot can change in a year, right?

The Details

What: Virgin Money London Marathon

When: Sunday, 24 April 2016

Where: London

Distance: 42.2 km / 26.2 miles

Fit Factor: 5/5

Why we’ve entered: The London Marathon is considered to be one of the greatest races in the world— plus, we're hoping for a little home-town advantage

Race mantra: #BeMorePaula

Run it: There is a ballot process for this. Visit the official website for more details

Follow it: We'll be tweeting about our training for this and other events, join the conversation @ELLEfitteam #ELLEfit

Find out more: Visit www.virginmoneylondonmarathon.com for information about this and other events