<p>On September 3rd I'll (stupidly) be attempting to complete the Vitruvian Half Ironman Triathlon at Rutland Water, Leicestershire. For those who don't know quite what this involves it is a 1.9km open-water swim, an 85km bike ride and a 21km run.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm guessing it's going to hurt quite a lot, and be by far the biggest challenge I'll have ever put myself through but it's for a great cause so worth every bit of cramp, aching muscles and exhaustion!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>As well as my challenge, on 4th and 10th September my dad (Phil) is, once again stupidly, attempting 1/6th of an Ironman Triathlon over 2 events (NW &amp; Tatton). For those who don't know quite what this involves it is, in total, a 0.6km pool/open-water swim, a 30km bike ride and a 5km run.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Following on from the great fundraising work done by Matt Longbottom (Jess, my girlfriend's brother) for the MS trust over the past couple of years&nbsp;we're aiming to raise as much as possible for that same charity. Matt was diagnosed with MS in 2008 so it's a cause that's close to our hearts. Every penny and pound will be gratefully received and very much appreciated, so thank you!</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>