Just over a year ago my life took a different path to the one I thought it was going on. I became a single mum, a role I never imagined myself in. With the support of amazing family and friends I stayed focused and positive that things would work out for the best.
Sport and fitness have always been my passion and when I was low, angry, lonely, lost I would find my release, my happy place at the gym, on my bike, running along the beach or walking with the dog (most of the time with a two year old in tow!).
Over the past year I took up competing in duathlons. In April 2016 I bought my first road bike and was instantly hooked. I was told that I had potential to be a strong duathlete and if I trained hard I could make it to the World Championships. I thought the idea was utterly ridiculous but not being one to turn down a challenge I trained hard over the winter. I juggled training around work and single parenting and with the help of great friends I put in all the training I could.
Well it turns out the hard work, early mornings, mum-guilt, tiredness and aches and pains were all worth it…I qualified!! I still can’t quite believe it! I’m going to Canada this summer to represent Team GB!!!!
My training has been my drive, motivation and focus and I just hope I've inspired and motivated others to never give up, even when life throws you a bad hand. I'm living proof to keep looking forward, stay positive and never give up.
I have set up this Crowdfunding page to help me fund my Team GB dream.