In April 2009, I finally decided to lose some weight and get fit. As I write this, I have just lost my first stone but I still have some way to go yet.

I'm currently following the Couch To 5K running plan and should finish it a few weeks before the London Tree-athlon. To give myself a target and further incentive, I have decided to enter the London Tree-athlon - my first ever 5K race.

I would appreciate your donation; I only have a small target to reach so it doesn't have to be a large sum.

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