Any one who knows me will know that I'm much more of a party goer/drinker than a fitness fanatic. But with an aim to get myself fit and healthy, I have (maybe somewhat stupidly) entered myself to run a half marathon - HAHA. The race will take place along the beautiful beaches of Gordon's Bay in Cape Town, South Africa on the 16th of April. That's just 6 weeks to get myself prepared to run 21.1k! So far I've managed a 7.5k in training and just about swerved from passing out. My page photo is a photo of me straight after that 7.5k run - I dread to think how red my face can get after 21.1k's!!
Being able to complete the race will be an enormous personal achievement, but if I can raise some money for a great cause whilst doing so I will be extremely chuffed! An old family friend, Fiona Medley, has recently set up a charity called 'Something to look forward' for people affected by cancer. The organisation offers people with cancer, and their families, access to a variety of gifts from restaurant meals, days out, beauty treatments, hotel stays, and tickets for events and attractions. Having something positive to think about and then experience is essential whilst going through difficult times. If you'd like to find out more about this inspirational charity please visit http://www.somethingtolookforwardto.org.uk/
It would mean a huge deal to both myself and the charity if I could raise any amount of money. Please donate anything you can for this great cause, and wish my sweaty red face good luck :D
