Any day that I am too busy to run is a day that I am too busy

“I became a great runner because if you are a kid in Leeds and your name is Sebastian you’ve got to become a great runner.” Lord Sebastian Coe

It’s not just Rohan who’s turning 40 this year. I am too. I know it’s only a number, but these things make a difference.

I cycle every day to the shop but never really exercised aside from that. My weight slowly increased… we all know the story.

I would like to say that I am not and probably never will be a ‘runner’ however earlier this year in a moment of clarity, I signed up to do the Great North Run as a fundraiser for Saint Michael’s Hospice

I think that it was partly a lifestyle change, as well as a way to do something good for somebody else. A great many of our customers sign up for charity treks rather than holidays and I can understand why. Last year we raised money for The Yorkshire Air Ambulance through the Rohan Harrogate Lectures. This year I have teamed up with Saint Michael’s Hospice

Next time you come in to see us bring some small change, put it into the box for the hospice. Every little helps and I know that your support means a lot.Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

So please dig deep and donate now.