More than 5.2 million people suffer from asthma in the UK!

That's why we'd like to help promote awareness and understanding about asthma by swimming across the English Channel.  Hmm, it has to be said - 'no pain, no gain....'  You can help to make this Channel crossing as successful as possible.

With your assistance this extreme endurance swim can really count

We're going to the extreme - swimming across the English Channel in September 2008.  We're doing our part, but we need your help too.  Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Asthma UK gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

What's it going to take from us?

- 35000 metres in 12 hours (that's the goal)

- 1.8 miles approx per hour

- 10 kts wind thus 3 - 4 foot waves

- Sea temp 15 - 17 degrees (most pools are 25 - 28 deg)

- and as for ships...> http://www.shipais.com/currentmap.php?map=folkstone

Did you know...

Maintaining an active lifestyle is important for both physical and mental health. Asthma is not a reason to avoid exercise. With proper asthma diagnosis and the most effective asthma treatment, an asthma sufferer should be able to enjoy the benefits of an exercise program without experiencing asthma symptoms.

Asthmatic kids sometimes find that exercise can bring on attacks, making them reliant on the use of rescue inhalers, but many of these kids can swim without experiencing any difficulties. Swimming, which is a strong endurance sport, is generally well tolerated by many people with asthma. It is also an excellent activity for maintaining physical fitness.  Indoor swimming is especially favoured because the warm, moist environment makes breathing easier, as long as the pool is not over-chlorinated.

So please sponsor us now!  Thank you for your support!