<p>Some time ago, when I firmly believed I was going to have lost loads of weight by the summer, I was asked by a doctor friend if I would run 10K for an asthma and allergy research charity. &nbsp;Knowing the terrific work she does in this field, how tough it is to get funding, and how easy 10K would be "in the future", I blithely agreed.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>So, on 10th July, still 30-odd kilos/&gt;4.5 stone/&gt;65 lbs over my proper healthy weight I will be doing said run. &nbsp;Because - with the exception of losing weight - when I say I'm going to do something, I do it.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>If this is not impressive/stupid/hilarious enough for you, I won't be wearing conventional running shoes either. &nbsp;I've been slowly re-learning how to run in Vibram FiveFingers "barefoot running shoes". &nbsp;Check 'em out. &nbsp;The only cushioning between this behemoth and the tarmac is what nature provided me with (which, as it happens, is flat feet - thanks nature, you idiot) and a thin layer of rubber.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>And yes, I do mean "re-learning how to run". &nbsp;Running barefoot/in VFFs is completely different from running with heel support. &nbsp;So, despite my modest running experience over the years, this is completely different and completely new.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>So please sponsor me and help this small, but very important charity. &nbsp;I don't have a very big target to reach, but it would be good to smash it, and then some.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Come on. &nbsp;It'll be funny.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>