<p>Prior to turning 30 last year, I decided to make significant changes to my life and took up cycling (as well as giving up smoking and alcohol!).&nbsp;</p> <p>From my first perilous journey on a Boris Bike down Farringdon Road to buying my first bike in 15 years, I have fully embraced cycling as part of my daily routine.</p> <p>However, I like to keep things interesting, and so having a challenge to focus on is really important. I have decided I want to cycle London to Brighton for Addaction in September.&nbsp;</p> <p>Addaction is a very important charity, giving people a lifeline out of lives plagued by drug and alcohol addiction.&nbsp;</p> <p>Please help me along in my challenge and also reach out to thousands of people affected by substance misuse.&nbsp;</p>