<p>Hi Folks</p> <p>It's time to dust off the old pumps once again and trundle my way around the Great North Run course.</p> <p>This year I am running in aid of the Pituitary Foundation which is a cause that means a great deal to me and my family.&nbsp; While there are many excellent chairites supporting a wide range of great causes in the UK and beyond, there are very few that provide support to those suffering from brain illnesses or injuries.&nbsp; The Pituitary Foundation is one such organisation providing national support, information and advocacy&nbsp;for pituitary patients, their families, friends and carers.&nbsp; It really is a temendous charity which is deserving of support.</p> <p>Given my customary lack of preparation for the big day, I am sure that the thought of your kind donations will provide the extra boost that I will need when my lungs are bursting and my legs wobbling.</p> <p>For those of you hoping to catch a glimpse of me on TV, I'll be the fat, purple&nbsp;guy 49,000 places behind the skinny chap with the Kenyan or Ethiopian kit on.</p> <p>Your kind donations, large or small, will be very gratefully received so thank you very much in advance for your help.</p> <p>Best regards</p> <p>Steve</p>